Finance Transformation Analyst at ION Group

London, England, United Kingdom

ION Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business subject
  • 1-3 years post-qualification experience
  • Experience working in project-based or deadline-driven environments (finance transformation projects are a significant advantage)
  • Excellent understanding of common industry standard business practices related to Accounting (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Invoicing)
  • Problem-solving ability with strategic and creative thinking
  • Strong business analytics skills and fluent IT literacy
  • CIMA, ACA, or ACCA qualification (highly desirable)
  • High level of critical thinking to develop solutions across multiple situations
  • Experience using or managing cloud-based ERP systems (experience with NetSuite ERP or SAP is a major advantage)

Responsibilities

  • Help deliver new or enhance existing technological solutions within ION’s core finance applications landscape to ensure continuous support for evolving needs
  • Provide ongoing technical support, end-user training, and fulfill system enhancement requests for existing users within ION Group’s core finance applications
  • Support the onboarding of newly acquired businesses to existing finance applications and the integration of inherited applications into the core applications landscape
  • Assist with the implementation of a robust governance and controls framework across ION’s core financial applications to support the Group’s target for full audit reliance on IT general controls

Skills

NetSuite
SAP
ERP
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Payable
General Ledger
Invoicing
Business Analytics

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$426.5MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mental health care
401K plan
Performance bonus
Supplemental workers' compensation
Family medical leave & parental leave
PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off
Commuter checks
Company social events
Employee assistance program
Free lunch
mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.
US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.
Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.
The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.
ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.
The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.
Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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