OverviewWe are currently seeking an experienced finance professional to establish and own a new cost analysis and management information role within the Finance team. This is a newly created role with responsibility for designing and implementing robust cost allocation/tracking processes and MI reporting to support strategic decision making within Susquehanna. This role will be the primary contact for cost transparency, partnering closely with senior management and the US cost analysis team. Role requires provision of insights beyond just reporting numbers, helping management address matters proactively.This role will give you the opportunity to gain exposure to our trading operations and work closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced trading environment. You will possess technical expertise as well as a proactive mindset, someone who enjoys problem solving, learning new things and finding better ways of working.Major activities and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Design and implement cost reporting and analysis from the ground up, ensuring transparency, consistency, and alignment with business strategyDefine cost drivers and allocation principles across trading desks, strategies, and support functionsDevelop the variance analytics against budget.Own ongoing maintenance and evolution of cost reporting and analysis as the business grows and changesBuild and deliver high-quality MI reporting for senior management, including:Cost performance vs budgetCost-to-income and cost efficiency metrics by desk/strategyTrend analysis and forward-looking insightsDevelop clear, decision-oriented reporting packs suitable for senior managementEnsure MI is scalable, automated where possible, and fit for a high-growth, high-complexity environment.Lead the annual budget process for European business.Act as a trusted finance partner to senior stakeholders across Susquehanna.Work closely with the US cost analysis team to align methodologies, reporting standards, and governance.Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholderEstablish governance around cost attribution, data quality, and reporting standards.Partner with Technology and Operations to improve underlying data flows and systems.Identify opportunities to enhance cost discipline and operational efficiencySupport strategic initiatives, desk-level reviews, and investment decisions through detailed cost analysis.Respond to ad hoc requests from senior management with tight turnaround times.What we're looking forAccounting or Finance Qualification ( ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)4 + years experience in FP&A or similar analytical/reporting role, preferably within financial services.Demonstrable experience building MI reporting or cost frameworks from scratch rather than inheriting an established process.Advanced excel skills and strong data manipulation capability as well as experience with analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL.Highly analytical with strong attention to detailClear communicator able to simplify complex financial conceptsProactive, self-starting, and resilient in a fast-paced environmentAbility to take ownership of processes including introducing automation and other workflow improvements.About SusquehannaSusquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will not be eligible for an agency fee.