Finance Analyst, Global Ventures

Finance Analyst, Global Ventures

A bit about us

We’re Hyve - organiser of the world’s fastest-growing and most forward-thinking B2B events. As the chosen event partner to many of the world’s leading companies, our platforms play a critical role in their strategies - helping them enter new markets, accelerate growth and connect with the people who matter most.

Our portfolio features some of the world’s leading events in sectors like ecommerce, healthcare, edtech, and fintech. We’re growing fast with an entrepreneurial culture that empowers big ideas and quick action, plus an ambitious acquisition strategy bringing exciting new events into our mix.

Alongside our market-leading events, we’re building tech and data-driven products that supercharge connections – from one-to-one meeting programs and curated table talks to year-round engagement platforms.

Whatever your role, you’ll join a global team redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow – working with some of the most talented people in the business. 

Think that sounds good? Wait until our talent acquisition team tells you about the culture.

A bit about you

First things first: whatever your background, beliefs or ambitions, there’s a culture of belonging at Hyve — and everyone is welcome. The question isn’t where you’ve come from, but where you want to go.

You’ll thrive here if you’re curious, collaborative and not afraid to challenge convention. We look for people who take pride in what they do, who are excited by change and always moving forward. The kind of people who stay open, keep learning, and look for better ways to make an impact.

Our shared behaviours guide how we work: we dare to do things differently, own our work, embrace collaboration, stay true to ourselves and others, and remember that optimism wins.

If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in. 

A bit about the division
 
Global Ventures is Hyve’s dedicated accelerator unit which launches new events and supercharges new ventures. This is where event launches are born and new products are accelerated, powered by obsessive customer focus, rapid experimentation, simple decision-making and entrepreneurial energy.  

A bit about the role

This position will play a key role in supporting the newly formed Global Ventures division. The Finance Analyst will be responsible for delivering the financials for the Global Ventures Portfolio, which includes Shoptalk Luxe, Bett USA, Possible Europe, LegalTechTalk USA (and many more exciting ones to come!) working closely with each Event Director to analyse revenue forecasts, track spend and develop budgets in line with the strategy of each show. The role will also support the on month end activities and ad-hoc finance support across the division.

As part of your job, you’ll:

• Maintain and update budget and rolling forecast on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy, flagging any risks & opportunities 
• Prepare budget template, updating for actuals, to produce presentation materials
• Coordinate monthly cost meetings with each department to ensure they are on track to achieve latest forecast, keeping cost trackers updated with actuals. Review results with Director of Finance and post accruals or any other journal corrections required to ensure risks and opportunities are factored into the rolling forecast 
• Complete month end close, ensuring tracking of event costs and preparing accruals, journals and prepayments
• Provide variance commentary against budget & reforecast for the month end close reporting
• Ensure revenue reconciliations are completed monthly
• Complete monthly reviews of Open PO’s, T&E expense, and ad hoc spend for each event 
• Support onsite rebook process and tracking
• Prepare weekly trading submission
• Produce monthly balance sheet reconciliations for working capital accounts related to Global Ventures events
• Ad hoc data analysis as required by Event Leadership and Finance

Here’s what we’re looking for from you: 

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a finance, accounting, or FP&A role
• Working knowledge of general ledger processes and journal entries
• Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar) preferred
• Exposure to Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus
• Comfortable working directly with non-finance business partners to gather inputs and communicate financial information clearly
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• A self-starter who takes ownership of their work and actively seeks to grow their skills
• Motivated by learning and comfortable asking questions in a fast-moving environment
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Ready to make some great experiences? Your Hyve adventure begins with one click-Apply now!