Job Purpose
Reporting to the EMEA LFO the Financial Analyst plays a key decision-support role in the finance department.  This role provides the financial support for the Global Delivery business in EMEA and support to Global LFOs

Principal Tasks

• Support and influence business decisions including expense management and the distribution and presentation of internal management reports
• Responsibility and oversight for MIS package with business driven financial commentary with view to keeping management informed with regard to financial performance and business drivers including monthly results flash, monthly and quarterly business reviews.
• Forecasting and rest of year risks and opportunities with potential levers, including providing insight to forecast and future performance
• Lead the presentation of financial results in monthly meetings with business partners
• Point of contact for any financial analytics or analysis required by the regional line of business or Global LFOs
• Interface with CAO function / regional line of business to source key inputs for Budget, MYF and other key financial data as required
• Co-ordination of contractor requests / extensions as per Finance guidelines & approval framework
• Support the Regional Financial Planning & Analysis team and the Head of Finance in ad hoc projects and analysis as required
• Review of P&L liaising with operational leads to identify growth areas or plan for structural changes
• Interface with State Street global financial analyst and comptroller community to source financial data and assumptions or provide local financial insight as required
• Collaborate & leverage the Expense Insight centers and Central reporting in report / analysis preparation

Qualifications
- Expectation of minimum 7+ years’ experience in financial analysis (non-industry specific) or equivalent depth of experience
- University degree MBA or equivalent in Finance/Economics
- Advantage to have professional Accountancy qualification – in progress is acceptable
- Demonstrated track record of academic success and practical business experience
- Commercial acumen – ‘know what needs to be done’
- Ability to execute tasks efficiently/ effectively – i.e. demonstrate value-added in previous roles
- Initiative self-starter decisive good fit with team
- Good numerical and analytical abilities with the ability to communicate complex concepts
- Good organization skills and sense of detail
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Skilled communicator both verbal and written good presentation skills
- Ability to work both independently and across teams.
- Fluency in written and oral English is required

Disposition
- Looking for an ambitious high performer with ability and willingness to move ahead.
- The ideal candidate will be at Senior Financial Analyst Stage (preferably) in their career

- Self-motivated, flexible, personable with good communication skills both verbal and written with ability to interact with people across all levels.

Someone who thrives working in a fast paced, challenging international environment with multiple and competing priorities
 

Computer Skills
- Advanced working knowledge of Excel
- Advantage to have experience with Excel add-in databases (Essbase Q&A); Khalix and Oracle preferred but not essential
- Aptitude for learning new systems essential.

Talent Differentiators
- Fuel Innovation
- Influence Courageously
- Collaborate for Results

We Offer

- Employee savings plan;

- Premium life insurance package;

- VIP medical package;

- Multisport card/cinema tickets / money transfer

- International operating environment;

- Language classes;

- Soft skills trainings;

- Technical workshops
 

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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