Payments Operations Analyst

Funding Circle is the world’s leading marketplace exclusively focused on small businesses — more than $2bn has been lent to 15,000 businesses in the UK, USA, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands. Today, businesses can borrow directly from a wide range of investors, including more than 47,000 people, the UK Government, local councils, a university and a number of financial organizations.

Payment Operations is critical to our business operations here at Funding Circle. As a Payments Operations Analyst you will be joining our expanding Finance team. In this role, you will provide daily operational support to the flow of funds between borrowers and investors, perform daily reconciliations between systems and cash, and assist in developing and streamlining the daily operations to enhance controls and mitigate risk. You will work with the rest of the Finance team on ad hoc financial projects and analyses as they arise.

* Provide daily operational support for contributions and distributions of funds to and from borrowers and investors via ACH, wires and checks * Identify, review and resolve exceptions as they arise * Perform daily reconciliations between systems and cash transactions * Help to streamline treasury processes and procedures and enforce cash controls * Assist with other ad hoc financial projects as they arise

* 1-2 years of relevant experience in payments or financial operations * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related Business discipline * Analytical and inquisitive mindset with keen attention to detail * Strong Excel abilities and technical aptitude * A team player who can problem solve and is able to work on a variety of projects simultaneously * A strong work ethic, enjoy getting your “hands dirty,” and excel in a fast-paced environment * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Must be self-directed and able to work independently