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Lead Financial Operations Analyst (Hybrid)Location: New York City, NYPay: Competitive compensation and benefitsIndustry: FinTech / Financial Services

A global financial technology company is seeking a Lead Financial Operations Analyst to join its growing Finance team. This is a strategic, hands-on role focused on driving automation, scalability, and operational excellence in financial processes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and process automation, with a passion for leveraging AI and technology to streamline operations.

This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 remote). Candidates must be commutable to the NYC office.

Responsibilities Include:

+ Oversee and execute weekly/monthly financial close activities and reporting models

+ Reconcile transactions and maintain accurate financial data across systems

+ Ensure compliance with international regulations and internal policies

+ Lead initiatives to automate reconciliations and financial workflows using AI tools

+ Collaborate with Engineering to reduce manual processes and improve scalability

+ Partner with Compliance, Business, and Product teams to support risk management

+ Advise development teams on financial impact of platform changes

+ Mentor junior team members and contribute to building a U.S.-based FinOps team

+ Maintain internal documentation and propose innovative approaches for efficiency

Benefits:

+ Hybrid Schedule (work from home 2 days a week!)

+ Opportunity to work with cutting-edge financial technology

+ Career growth and leadership opportunities

+ Competitive compensation and benefits package

This role is critical to scaling our financial infrastructure and implementing automation across operations. If interested, please send your most up-to-date resume along with your availability for a quick 10-minute phone call this week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Key Responsibilities - Financial Operations & Reporting - Oversee and execute weekly/monthly financial close activities and reporting models. - Reconcile transactions and maintain accurate financial data across systems. - Ensure compliance with international regulations and internal policies. - Automation & AI Integration - Lead initiatives to automate reconciliations and financial workflows using AI tools. - Collaborate with Engineering to reduce manual processes and improve scalability. - Research and implement new technologies and best practices for FinOps. - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Compliance, Business, and Product teams to support risk management and customer service. - Advise development teams on financial impact of platform changes. - Leadership & Growth - Mentor junior team members and prepare for future management responsibilities (1–2 direct reports possible). - Contribute to building a U.S.-based FinOps team and shaping operational strategy. - Documentation & Continuous Improvement - Maintain internal documentation for FinOps processes. - Propose innovative approaches to improve efficiency and scalability. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field. - 7+ years of experience in financial operations related roles (management experience preferred). - Strong background in financial reporting, data analysis, and process automation. - Proven experience implementing automation/scripting using AI tools. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams. - Hands-on, detail-oriented, and curious—comfortable navigating complex systems. - Broad knowledge of financial markets and operational risk management. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in cryptocurrency, blockchain, or FinTech (huge plus). - Programming skills in SQL, Python, or JavaScript. - Familiarity with banking frameworks and payment systems. - Demonstrated thought leadership (e.g., certifications, blogs, community talks).

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.