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Our FINStart Rotational Program opportunities will be available soon! In the meantime, we would love to engage with those who are looking to kick start their career in 2024 and be part of our talent pool.

Please note that this is not a job application; you are simply registering your interest at this stage. Please do actively apply for roles if you see something of interest to you.   

About our FINStart Rotational Program

This unique development program is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your career, by enhancing your skills, building meaningful relationships, and participating in challenging and innovative projects while rotating through various areas of the firm.

You will be supported with mentorship and training throughout the program to help guide your career development and while you take on various challenges you will get to work with awesome people in a highly collaborative environment.

 

Here’s what you can expect.

• An introduction to Finastra that will provide an overview of the structure of our company, the way we do things and many of the people you’ll be working with. 
• Exposure across multiple areas of Finance and Accounting 
• On the job activities that include comprehensive role-specific training as well as the development of your ‘soft’ skills. 
• Exposure to the main business functions associated with your role, including rotations to various functions within Finastra's Finance function to gain an understanding of the business as a whole. Rotations may include will begin in Product & Technology Finance, Sales Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, or Procurement. 

What you’ll do.

• Build financial models, run scenario analysis and provide data analytics to identify areas of risk and opportunity within the business 
• Prepare financial reporting for weekly, monthly or quarterly close requirements with analysis of key drivers, providing business performance assessment and ideas for improvements 
• Leverage data to summarize, analyze and recommend in order to influence decision making 
• Continuous process improvement, leverage market best practices, standardization and automation 
• Engage with business partners, both within Finance as well as other areas of the organization, collaborating to achieve shared goals and objectives 
• Complete special projects that will be presented to executive leadership  

 
Rotation pathways will depend on various factors, including your career interests, development needs, location, and business demands. Once you have completed the FINStarter program, you will have the opportunity to align yourself with an area of our business based on your interests, capabilities, and business need. 

What you’ll need.

Experience 

• BBA or equivalent in Finance or Accounting
• Interest in software / technology sector 
• Good mathematical and PC skills, Excel proficiency 
• Prior internships or experience working in an office environment preferred. 

Competencies 

• Positive attitude with a desire to learn and grow 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Quick learner with a desire to put academic theories into practice 
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong work ethic and deadline driven 
• Team player 
• Self-starter, ability to work in a virtual environment as needed