Finance Analyst

Royal London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in the UK is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their established finance team in a hybrid capacity. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills in finance operations while supporting the journey to becoming a qualified accountant. Candidates should be recent graduates or hold equivalent qualifications, with strong Excel abilities and a passion for a long-term finance career. Competitive benefits emphasize a strong inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Up to 14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or equivalent qualification preferably in Accountancy, Finance, or Mathematics.
• Good Excel and IT skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Team player with ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Tenacious and can-do attitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accounts receivable process runs accurately and on time.
• Ensure month-end close occurs timely with accurate journals.
• Oversee the rebate process and carry out balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide insight and analysis for aged debtor reporting.

Skills

Cognos

Forecasting

Hyperion

Microsoft Access

Pivot tables

Accounting

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Financial Planning

Education

Qualification in Accountancy Finance or Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Finance Analyst

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid 50% home / office based

Closing date: 31st October 2025

We have an exciting opportunity for Finance Analysts to join our established Finance team at Royal London Asset Management. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about building a long-term career in finance and are committed to becoming a qualified accountant.

In this role you'll gain a solid foundation in finance operations FP&A and financial close processes. We are committed to supporting your professional growth including helping you work towards your professional accountancy qualifications. Afterwards you'll have the chance to rotate through various finance departments broadening your expertise and experience.

You’ll be part of a friendly and diverse team bringing together a wealth of knowledge and experience in finance.

About the role

• Ensure that the accounts receivable process is run accurately and on a timely basis liaising with the Client Account Manager CAM team where required and carry out receipting of cash against invoices.
• Ensure the month end close occurs on a timely basis and all associated journals are accurate and complete.
• Oversight of the rebate process.
• Carry out balance sheet reconciliations
• Provide insight and analysis to other teams within finance for example aged debtor reporting and monthly handover of revenue.
• Work closely with the Statutory Accounting Team to ensure the audit is managed effectively and all actions are closed in a timely manner.

About you

• Recent graduate or equivalent qualification preferably in a course focused on Accountancy Finance or Mathematics.
• Good Excel and IT skills essential.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Team player.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines taking ownership and responsibility.
• Tenacious and can do attitude.
• Willingness to challenge and contribute to change.
• Thorough approach and attention to detail.
• Passionate to build a long-term career in Finance and as a chartered accountant.

About Royal London Asset Management

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) part of the Royal London Group is one of the UKs leading fund management companies working with a wide range of clients across the globe to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term client-driven focus means that we have a long-standing commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients capital exercising their rights and influencing positive change.

Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive responsible enjoyable and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered Trustworthy Collaborate Achieve.

Weve always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits

Inclusion, diversity and belonging

We're an Inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected whatever their background.

Required Experience: IC

Key Skills

Cognos, Forecasting, Hyperion, Microsoft Access, Pivot tables, Accounting, Analysis Skills, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Planning

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1