Senior Finance Analyst

About ZELP

ZELP is an agricultural technology company committed to creating a sustainable future for agriculture - one that meets the needs of present and future generations, promoting human and environmental health, animal welfare, and social and economic equity.

Our first focus is to develop and scale technology that measures and mitigates methane emissions in the livestock industry. Today, 1.3 billion people rely on the industry for their livelihoods and food security. However, it is the single biggest human-driven source of methane emissions globally, emitting more than both the oil & gas industry and the coal industry.

The deployment of our technologies on a global scale has the potential to drive half the global methane reduction needed by 2030, and to greatly transform the beef and dairy industries.

ZELP was an inaugural winner of the Terra Carta Design Lab, and has received funding and support from the European Commission, Innovate UK, The Global Methane Hub and the Gates Foundation.

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst with strong analytical skills and strategic business insight, capable of translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations for leadership, and lead the company's day to day financial planning, analysis, and reporting. This role will partner closely with the CFO to deliver strategic analyses that inform decision-making and support fundraising initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

Accounting, Reporting and Compliance:

• Produce financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.
• Implement and improve financial processes and internal controls, especially as the company transitions from pre-revenue to a revenue-generation stage.
• Oversee and optimize the company's R&D tax credit claims in the UK.
• Coordinate external audits and any financial due diligence processes.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Own all aspects of financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling.
• Monitor financial performance and provide data-driven insights.
• Conduct financial analyses to support business growth and efficiency improvements.

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering:

• Support the CFO in developing funding strategies and executing fundraising activities.
• Develop financial models to provide insights and support executive decision making processes. 
• Partner with the CEO on key strategic initiatives, offering financial guidance to drive business success.
• Present financial reports and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's economics and market dynamics.
• Monitor expenses, identify and drive cost-efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred and a deep understanding of accounting rules
• 3+ years of experience in finance management, preferably in a (technology-related) startup environment.
• Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, data validation, scenario analysis).
• Dominance of financial modeling techniques (three-statement models, discounted cash flow, sensitivity analysis, break-even analysis).
• Proven experience in financial planning, a deep understanding of business economics, and financial management.
• Previous experience in fundraising, and stakeholder engagement is a plus
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and risk management.
• Expertise in the UK R&D tax credit system and experience handling R&D tax claims.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.