Financial Analyst

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business.  We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/5 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors.  Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.    

We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: We challenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Financial Analyst to join our global team.

Position Overview:  

The Finance Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial management, reporting, planning, and analysis activities of the business. This role has a broad remit over all parts of our finance function, supporting financial insight to support decision-making, and partners with stakeholders across the organisation to drive business performance

Responsibilities:  

Sales Ledger: 

• Generate and issue all invoices on a quarterly basis
• Minimise debtor days by developing client relationships and through proactive debtor management.
• Act as the central contact for all sales ledger queries and demonstrate thorough client knowledge.
• Promptly and accurately allocate receipts across all clients and services.
• Periodically report revenue and aged debtor performance with effective analysis

Purchase Ledger: 

• Process all purchases invoices across all group entities
• Review and approval of employee expense claims
• Assisting with supplier queries

Banking and Cash:

• Own all day to day banking relationships
• Post and Reconcile bank statements and transactions
• Process bank payments within an effective authorisation framework

General Ledger:

• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation process.
• Contribution to the month end close process

Management Information:

• Own financial analysis to support with financial forecasting and budgeting
• Assist with the annual financial audit process
• Assist with processing of local tax returns (e.g. VAT)

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve efficiency.
• Support implementation and optimisation of finance systems.
• Improve data quality, controls, and reporting processes.

Qualifications:  

Essential

• 2–5 years' experience in finance and accounting
• Strong analytical skills.
• Comfortable working with Excel
• Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Desirable

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline.
• ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification (or studying towards).
• Experience in financial services, fintech, technology, or a high-growth environment.

About You

• Good knowledge of financial and accounting procedures and experience using financial software
• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data
• Proactive and organized with the ability to prioritise workload and meet urgent and multi-layered deadlines
• Proactively suggest process & system improvements
• Support and foster friendly interpersonal relationships both internally and externally
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with the ability to embrace and champion change

Being part of Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We’re not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.   

Benefits:   

• Private Medical Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to support your health 
• Life Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones 
• Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most
• Hybrid Working – Supporting work/Life Balance
• Annual Leave – With extra days that grow the longer you’re with us
• Pension Scheme – Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future
• Wellness Budget – Investing in your health with a gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s ups and downs
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave – Because family matters
• Career Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow
• Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about
• Work from Anywhere – Choose your backdrop