Strategic Financial Analyst

Prodigy Finance - who are we?

Prodigy Finance is a platform that delivers socially responsible financial services, making it possible for students from more than 150 countries to fulfil their dream of studying at the world’s top universities and schools by financing their international postgraduate studies whilst delivering competitive financial and social returns to alumni, institutional and private investors.

This borderless and innovative model enables education loan financing to students from across the globe whilst using predicted post-degree affordability rather than present-day salary. Since 2007, Prodigy Finance has extended over US$1.8 billion through the platform to fund over 35,000 students.

Prodigy Finance is fueled by impact investors and other privately qualified entities who invest in tomorrow's leaders whilst earning a financial and social return. Prodigy Finance’s borderless lending model enables students to apply for a loan based on their future earning potential and not just their current circumstances and credit history.

Why join Prodigy Finance

• Be a part of a pioneering global growth company.

• Experience the excitement and learn from being part of an incredibly fast-growing young company.

• Be pivotal in scaling the business by identifying smart solutions and partnering with tech at the heart of it.

• Enjoy the agility and flexibility offered by a startup culture. A sociable, relaxed and friendly work environment (with a serious coffee culture where you can wear shorts to work)

• We will help you make your mark. You will have a real impact on the business and experience a steep learning curve with huge opportunities to grow and develop.

• Gain an inside perspective on the functioning of a venture-backed FinTech startup, backed by one of the top European VCs, learn day-to-day management and build functional expertise.

• Build a platform that helps to make a very real difference in the world.

What will you do in the role?

Strategic Finance is responsible for enabling and improving the strategic and financial decision-making for Prodigy. Our responsibilities combine more traditional elements of financial planning and analysis (FP&A), such as financial forecasting and trend analysis, with commercial and strategic tasks, including value creation frameworks, capital allocation decisions and broader financial problem-solving.

You will work together with the team on maintaining the financial forecast model, supporting the rest of the Strategic Finance team in input into ExCo and Board analysis and presentations, as well as partnering with the various business areas on specific analyses required to support them in their areas. You will also be involved in modelling the underlying funding facility models, ensuring these forecasts are accurately captured in our business plan.

What are some of the responsibilities of this role?

• Building and maintaining financial models to forecast business performance and support strategic decision-making

• Analyse financial data and trends to provide actionable insights

• Assist with building and maintaining funding facility models and supporting the capital markets team

• Assist with funding documents, required notices and monthly interest calculations

• Preparation of financial reporting and presentations for senior management and stakeholders

• Work closely with other departments to support strategic initiatives

• Assist in answering queries from internal and external stakeholders on our financials and forecasts

• Problem solving with the business

What would the ideal candidate be great at?

• Self-starter while working in a strong team environment

• Strong quantitative skills, including strong financial modelling skills

• A keen eye for detail and accuracy

• Great at making complex things simple

• Adeptness in the use of logic

• Balance conflicting demands and interests

• Excitement for learning and cross-area partnership

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Accounting or other relevant field. CA/CFA is an advantage
• 2 - 3 years of relevant experience with financial modelling (e.g. investment banking, corporate/structured finance, consulting, risk etc.)
• Excellent proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets. Whilst not required, experience with accounting software / Netsuite and Tableau is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Consistent track record of success and career progression
• Adaptable to change and the fast pace of a dynamic Fintech company