Finance Transformation Business Analyst - Scotland

Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you’re encouraged to #BeYourselfAtWork. We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It’s important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table – so we’d love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help.

About Capco

Capco is a global technology and business consultancy, focused on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry.

We are:

• Experts in capital markets, banking and payments and wealth and asset management
• Deep knowledge in financial services offering, including e.g. Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc.
• Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there
• Focus on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture

Role Description

As a Finance Transformation BA at Capco, you will work as part of a transformation team, leading and supporting analysis on finance transformation projects. You will spend time with clients dealing with challenges as they arise and gaining valuable experience and exposure to how projects and client organisations work across the financial services industry.

AS PART OF THE FINANCE, RISK, REGULATION & COMPLIANCE TEAM AT CAPCO, THE FINANCE TRANSFORMATION BA WILL

• Lead and support on business requirements definition by providing timely, value-added services that meet or exceed expectations
• Agree the approach to the analysis and requirements definition, including reviews and sign- offs.
• Liaise with internal control functions in particular Operational Risk as well as the business
• Manage stakeholder expectations spanning global business areas with conflicting priorities
• Ensure timely escalation and control of risks, issues, dependencies and timelines
• Develop long-term trusted advisor relationships with external clients and industry contacts
• Understand business models and helping translate them into business requirements and test scenarios for handover to IT partners
• Work collaboratively with Capco teams in identifying opportunities for and securing new business
• Support the sharing of knowledge and experience with the team to help develop your colleagues and the capability of the firm

Skills and Experience

• Accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) (desirable)
• Demonstrate strong understanding of accounting principles and processes
• Good understanding of the role of the Finance function within financial services organisations
• Understanding the impact of the relationship between finance and other functions
• Experience in working with the C-Suite - CFO, CRO, CDO community
• Experience of the impact of regulations on finance in Financial Services
• Experience of delivering transformation projects within finance functions, including finance/ regulatory transformation, resource management, budgeting, communications and governance
• Understanding of the project lifecycle from requirements through to implementation
• Strong Business Analysis and demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to Work with technology partners to translate requirements into functional and technical design
• Experienced at running workshops to lead discussions, gather requirements and mitigate risks
• Knowledge of formal project management methods e.g., Agile, PMI, Prince 2

WHY JOIN CAPCO?

You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry.

We offer:

• A work culture focused on innovation and building lasting value for our clients and employees
• Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepen existing expertise
• A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partners and directly with clients
• A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture
• Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity / adoption / shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement

NEXT STEPS

If you’re looking forward to progressing your career with us, please do not hesitate to apply. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

To learn more about Capco and its people check out the website on www.capco.com