Market Data Financial and Accounting Specialist

Citigroup, Inc.; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking a Market Data Financial and Accounting Specialist in Belfast. The role involves financial analysis, procurement activities, and developing cost benefit reports. The ideal candidate will possess relevant finance experience, process improvement skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This position offers competitive benefits, including a hybrid working model, generous leave, and career development resources.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Annual performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee discounts

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance roles with a focus on analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to improve financial processes effectively.
• Expertise in handling and analyzing large financial data sets.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost benefit analyses and reports on financial activities.
• Monitor vendor landscape and regulatory changes impacting business.
• Assist in correcting inefficiencies and report inconsistencies.

Skills

Relevant finance experience

Experience in process improvement

Knowledge of financial products

Experience with large data sets

Understanding financial commentary

Ability to work under pressure

Strong teamwork skills

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview

The Market Data Financial and Accounting Specialist is an intermediate level position responsible for participating in procurement activities such as defining the need for goods and services, negotiating price contracts and authorizing payment for goods and services in coordination with the Corporate Services team. The overall objective of this role is to acquire goods and services requested by company personnel in support of the company's business.

What you’ll do:

• Develop cost benefit and build versus buy analyses as well as identify/implement transparencies of existing costs and impact of potential expenses
• Participate in projects that target trading and post trade efficiencies
• Monitor and track developments in vendor landscape and changes to regulatory requirements that affect each business unit
• Develop cost benefit reports based on necessary analysis with data points that include trade volume, fee schedules, and vendor contracts
• Identify and assist in correcting inefficiencies and inconsistencies in data and reports
• Develop subject matter expertise in expense management systems and tracking applications
• Assemble the analysis necessary to develop cost benefit, profit and loss, and cash impact reports
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

What we’ll need from you:

• Relevant finance experience
• Experience in process improvement related to financial functions
• Knowledge of financial products and general accounting
• Experience with large data sets (for financial analysis, reporting, or reconciliation)
• Understanding financial commentary explanations for various scenarios such as Budget, Actuals, MoM, Year-over-Year
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Adaptability to unexpected changes in requirements or expectations
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

What we can offer you

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best‑in‑class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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