Financial Analyst Forensic Accounting

McLarens; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Career development

Job summary

McLarens is seeking a Graduate Financial Analyst to join our Forensic Accounting team in London or Manchester, starting October 2026. You will analyse insured losses and support on-site investigations alongside experienced loss adjusters, engineers and surveyors.

The role offers ACA study support and a clear path to professional qualification (Dip CILA). We provide technical training, exposure to global clients, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement to balance work and study commitments.

Qualifications

• ACA qualification in progress or planned with support.
• Dip CILA examination path with company support.
• Strong organisation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and assess insured financial losses from inception to settlement.
• Examine financial documentation alongside insurance policies to determine coverage.
• Accompany Loss Adjusters and senior team members to on-site investigations and damage surveys for claims.
• Perform detailed analysis of financial and non-financial information.
• Prepare reports for loss adjusters, insurers and lawyers.
• Assist in presentations and training as part of the forensic accounting team.
• Undertake projects and other ad hoc work as required.
• Must hold or be working towards a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; manage relationships with team and clients.
• Thrive in a high-pressure environment with drive to meet targets.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Driving licence

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA qualification (in progress)

Dip CILA (study plan)

Job description

As we continue to grow in EMEA, we have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate to join our Forensic Accounting team as a Financial Analyst based in our London or Manchester office, starting October 2026. Individuals must have a desire to commence and progress their career within the accountancy profession and to join a leading global loss adjusting business. This is a great prospect for the individuals to develop expertise working alongside highly qualified Loss Adjusters, Engineers and Surveyors. The candidate will study and complete the ACA accounting qualification (Institute of Chartered Accountants for England and Wales). The necessary support and time to complete this will form part of the opportunity.,

• Analyse and assess insured financial losses from inception to settlement.
• Examine financial documentation alongside insurance policies to determine coverage in the event of a financial loss.
• Accompany Loss Adjusters and senior members of the forensic accounting team to on-site investigations and damage surveys for claims as required; inspecting physical damage and understanding the operations and finances of a business.
• Perform detailed analysis and review of both financial and non-financial information.
• Preparation of reports for loss adjusters, insurers and lawyers.
• Assist in presentations and training as part of the forensic accounting team both internally and to clients.
• Undertake projects and other ad hoc work as required.
  Must hold or be working towards a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to self-manage your workload, manage multiple priorities and conflicting demands.
• A methodical, accurate and analytical approach to work.
• A sense of responsibility for and pride in the quality of your work.
• Enthusiastic to commit to completing professional examinations (Dip CILA).
• Competent with MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; clear, concise and structured.
• Strong relationship / stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with your team, colleagues and third parties.
• Thrive in a high-pressure working environment with the drive to meet and exceed targets.
  Compensation: Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Development: Access to technical training, global knowledge-sharing and career growth opportunities.
• Wellbeing & flexibility: Support to balance professional and personal life (e.g., hybrid work, flexible schedule where applicable).
• Global exposure: Opportunity to work with colleagues and clients across different countries.
• Inclusive culture: A collaborative environment where your voice and contribution are valued.