Finance Operations Analyst in London

At Mako, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in pursuit of our collective ambition; excellence in trading. Our diverse community is connected through a commitment to being the best we can be with the highest standards of integrity. The finance team drives success by managing accounts payable, bookkeeping, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management. They ensure compliance through regulatory reporting and audits while maintaining financial integrity and shaping Mako's strategic financial future.

The Finance Analyst will take ownership of the accounts payable and cost allocation processes, supporting the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring effective control over expenses. The role will involve processing invoices, managing allocations across cost centres and entities, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end reporting.

Alongside core responsibilities, the role will focus on improving the efficiency and scalability of finance processes. The successful candidate will be expected to identify inefficiencies, reduce manual rework, and contribute to the automation of workflows, including invoice processing and cost allocations. This role offers exposure to a broad range of finance activities and the opportunity to develop both technical and process improvement skills within a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll be involved in:

• Processing supplier invoices, expenses, and credit cards
• Performing reconciliations across banks, suppliers, and balance sheet accounts
• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audits
• Liaising with internal teams and suppliers to resolve queries
• Taking ownership of the accounts payable and allocation workflow
• Identifying inefficiencies in invoice processing and cost allocations
• Reducing manual rework and improving process accuracy
• Supporting and implementing automation and process improvements

What we need from you:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive and curious mindset toward improving processes
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work with different teams
• Comfortable working with data and financial systems
• Evidence of interest in technology, process improvement, and AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Python, automation tools, advanced Excel)
• Willingness to take ownership and continuously improve workflows
• A related degree in finance, accounting, or business (desirable)

Benefits

At Mako, we are welcoming, inclusive and collaborative. We work fast and smart in a supportive and dress-down environment that allows colleagues to be themselves and achieve great things. We uphold the principles of a flat structure that offers unrivalled engagement with senior leadership and career development opportunities.

• Flexible leave and hybrid working policies
• Private health and dental insurance
• Generous pension scheme
• Free access to the Mako gym
• Employee wellbeing guidance and support
• Opportunity to become involved in the rewarding work of the Mako Foundation

About Mako

Mako is a leading options market maker with a global trading footprint. It has been at the forefront of options market making since 1999, from the open-outcry trading pits to screen trading and automated algorithmic execution strategies that are driving the future of the industry. From offices in London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Singapore, Sydney, Brisbane and Chengdu, Mako offers the best-in-class liquidity solutions across Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX derivatives markets and prides itself in its entrepreneurial, collaborative and philanthropic culture.