Senior Financial Systems Analyst

Bet365careers; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

bet365 is seeking a Senior Financial Systems Analyst to design robust data models and Vena-based solutions that underpin planning, forecasting, and decision-making across the business.

The role sits in the Finance Systems team, acts as a Vena subject matter expert, and focuses on data integrity, reporting, and scalable system configurations. Hybrid work from home is available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and reconciliation.
• Advanced Excel with Power Query.
• Understanding of financial data structures, controls and validation.
• Ability to translate requirements into practical system configurations.
• Experience with Vena or similar planning systems.
• Knowledge of PRINCE2 or Agile; BI tools like Power BI/Tableau.
• Strong data accuracy and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Vena data model.
• Reconcile financial data between sources and Vena.
• Build planning solutions within Vena from business requirements.
• Provide troubleshooting and user support to the Finance team.
• Use advanced Excel and Power Query for analysis.
• Identify opportunities to optimise finance systems and reporting quality.
• Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to define requirements and drive Vena usage.

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

Vena

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

Ready to build the foundations behind trusted financial reporting? We’re looking for a Senior Financial Systems Analyst to develop robust data models and system solutions that underpin planning, forecasting and decision-making across the business.

Full-time

Closes 04/11/2026

The Finance Systems team manages, configures, and develops Vena, the core solution for planning, analysis, and reporting. This function ensures data integrity, delivers robust reporting, and drives fit-for-purpose planning across the business.

This role acts as a Vena Subject Matter Expert, providing technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to the wider Finance team. The successful candidate translates complex business requirements into practical, scalable system solutions, ensuring our financial data remains accurate and actionable.

This role is eligible for inclusion in our hybrid work from home policy.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Expertise in financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliation processes

Advanced Excel proficiency, including Power Query, for manipulating and analysing large financial datasets

Strong grasp of financial data structures, controls, and validation processes

Aptitude for learning finance systems, data models, and planning solution configuration

Technical problem-solving skills with a focus on system optimisation

Ability to translate technical requirements into clear business language

High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data reconciliation and validation

Experience with Vena, EPM, CPM or similar finance planning systems

Knowledge of project management methodologies like PRINCE2 or Agile and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau

What you will be doing

Maintain and update the Vena data model to ensure it remains fit for purpose

Reconcile financial data between source systems and Vena to ensure data integrity

Build and maintain planning solutions within Vena by translating business requirements into functional system configurations

Provide troubleshooting and user support to the Finance team while developing deep systems expertise

Utilise advanced Excel skills, including modelling and Power Query, to manipulate data and perform complex analysis

Identify opportunities to optimise finance systems and improve the quality of reporting

Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to understand requirements, resolve system issues, and drive effective Vena usage

Hiring Statement

At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

We are a unique global operator with passion and drive to be the best in the industry. Our values form the foundation of culture and shape the unique way that we work. People are our superpower and we support you to be the best you can be.