FP&A Analyst
Posted on: 15 Feb 2022
San Francisco, CA
Job Description
About the Role
This role is suitable for candidates with fewer than 5 years of work experience. If you have more experience (and in FP&A related roles), consider applying to the "Senior FP&A Analyst" position instead.
The FP&A Analyst role will support all of Kraken's reporting needs by generating sophisticated financial and data-driven models. You are an ambitious individual who is excited by the challenge of solving tough, often ambiguous problems in this dynamic space. You are able to make well-informed recommendations based on data and analysis. You can communicate your findings and recommendations verbally and in concise and actionable reports. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn everything cryptocurrency are a requirement for this role.
What you'll do:
Identify any coding or mapping errors through reviewing the opex reports, and partner with Accounting to correct departments and align costs to the right Opex line items
Build and maintain annual budget models and ongoing quarterly forecasts in collaboration with all the functions across Kraken
Prepare and distribute management reporting as well as monthly/quarterly budget vs. actual reports and analyze variances with function heads
Perform data analytics such as Revenue by Product, Region, and Business Line as well as trend analysis (MoM, QoQ and YoY) on Revenue and Opex categories
Assist the Strategic Finance team in preparing monthly executive financial updates, Board of Directors’ presentations, KPI reporting, and investor updates
Support the Business Operations & Strategy and Corporate Development teams with ad-hoc reporting and data analysis to drive key strategic decisions on new and ongoing initiatives
Leverage existing databases maintained by Platform Accounting team to create advanced reports / data visualization using BI tools to help better reflect Kraken’s performance
Increase the productivity and efficiency of the FP&A team by creating best-in-class tools, processes and reports that lead to automation of manual and recurring tasks
Who you are:
Bachelors or Masters degree in finance or accounting
2-5 years of experience in an FP&A role with strong financial and variance analysis skills
Strong proficiency in Excel, GSuite (Google Sheets), financial modeling, and preparing presentations
Experience using an ERP system(s) such as Netsuite
Experience using budgeting tools such as Hyperion, Adaptive Insights or Anaplan
Comprehension and experience with BI and data visualization tools highly advantageous (Tableau, MicroStrategy, Power BI, SQL server reporting services etc.)
Attention to detail and first run accuracy is required
Problem solving and investigative skills, coupled with a creative analytical orientation
Ability to work in a deadline driven and multi-task environment
Intrinsic motivation with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the organization
Understanding of basic accounting concepts and principles
Understanding and familiarity with cryptocurrency is a plus
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Kraken
San Francisco, CA
As one of the largest and oldest Bitcoin exchanges in the world, Kraken is consistently named one of the best places to buy and sell crypto online, thanks to our excellent service, low fees, versatile funding options and rigorous security standards -- but this is only part of the story. We’ve been on the forefront of the blockchain revolution since 2011.
Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.
Who we are
Recognizing the importance of Bitcoin from the onset, and understanding that the exchange is the most critical part of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, Jesse Powell founded Kraken to give people the means to quickly and securely invest in the space. Since then, the company has grown by leaps and bounds with hundreds of employees spanning the globe. We’re a diverse group of thinkers and doers that are dedicated to making cryptocurrency available and accessible to the world and enabling people from all walks of life to invest in their independence.
What we do
Empowering investors
Whether you’re an advanced trader or a crypto-beginner, Kraken gives you the power to chart your own financial course. Our exchange has an ever-growing number of cryptocurrency pairs for you to invest in and a slew of tools and features for you to leverage as you grow your portfolio.
Supporting institutions
From over-the-counter trading to personalized white-glove account management, Kraken is the premier cryptocurrency investing solution for institutions of all sizes. We offer exceptional liquidity and competitive pricing for all our markets so you can achieve your investment goals quickly and confidently.
Join the revolution
Since Satoshi first mined Bitcoin’s genesis block in 2009, crypto has been changing the world - and the Kraken team is leading the charge. We’re looking for talented, inspiring people who are passionate about bringing cryptocurrency to the mainstream. If you’re interested in joining Kraken, click the link below to learn more about all of our open job listings.
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