Settlements Analyst (Hybrid)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities provider in Northern Ireland seeks a detail-oriented Settlements Analyst to join their finance operations team. This pivotal role ensures the smooth operation of financial processes within a fast-paced, regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a focus on accuracy, contributing to the financial stability of the company while enjoying benefits like hybrid working options and comprehensive medical insurance.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Private medical insurance

Enhanced employer-matched pension

30+ days of annual leave

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Collaborative team culture with career progression

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a finance admin or transactional finance role.
• High attention to detail and accurate work.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce and validate weekly and daily settlement documents and financial reports.
• Conduct routine cashflow checks and monitor credit risk activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory codes and strict settlement deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related discipline

Job description

Settlements Analyst

VANRATH is delighted to be partnering with a leading utilities provider in Northern Ireland that plays a vital role in the energy and infrastructure sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to step into a key role as a Settlements Analyst, contributing to the financial stability of a fast-paced, regulated environment.

What You'll Get

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and mission-driven finance operations team at the heart of the energy sector. In return, you'll benefit from:

• Excellent salary +bonus

• Hybrid working options for improved work-life balance

• Private medical insurance & enhanced employer-matched pension

• Flexible start and finish times

• 30+ days of annual leave

• Free on-site parking

• Cycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits

• A supportive, collaborative team culture with clear career progression opportunities

What You'll Do

As a Settlements Analyst, you'll ensure the smooth operation of the energy market's financial processes. You'll manage and verify data for settlements, handle reporting tasks, and support operational compliance. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Producing and validating weekly and daily settlement documents and financial reports

• Conducting routine cashflow checks and monitoring credit risk activities

• Working across various internal systems to track, review, and process financial data

• Publishing time-sensitive market reports and key stakeholder communications

• Responding to internal and external queries and escalating issues when needed

• Supporting continuous improvement efforts including process changes, training, and testing

• Ensuring full compliance with regulatory codes and strict settlement deadlines

About You

You'll be someone who thrives in a structured, time-sensitive environment and enjoys working with data and finance systems. You are team-oriented, accurate, and proactive in your work.

Essential Criteria:

• 1-2 years' experience in a finance admin or transactional finance role

• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy

• Strong Excel skills and comfort using multiple systems/tools

• Effective time management with the ability to work under pressure

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Desirable Criteria:

• Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline

• 2+ years' post-graduate experience in a financial or analytical role

• Experience working in a highly regulated or process-driven environment

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.
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