Financial Analyst

Company Description Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We've been safeguarding people's financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. We are one of the world's largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. L&G Asset Management is one of Europe's largest asset managers, providing clients and partners with complex, responsible investment solutions, across public and private markets. As a global investor, we are present where our clients most need us - from Hong Kong and Singapore, to Chicago and major European financial hubs. Created by combining our investment management (LGIM) and asset origination (LGC) capabilities, our Asset Management division works with our Institutional Retirement and Retail divisions to benefit our clients and customers - which include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions - and deliver enhanced shareholder returns. Joining us means becoming part of a market-leading team, with capabilities across the full spectrum of asset classes, with an enduring commitment to responsible investment and creating long-term, sustainable value for our clients and partners. Job Description We're recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join us on a full-time, permanent basis. We're offering a competitive base salary. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about financial control, enjoys working with data, and thrives in a collaborative environment with an eagerness to learn. You'll play a key role in maintaining a robust financial framework and supporting the Asset Management division with accurate and timely financial insights. The ideal applicant should be working towards achieving an accounting qualification. L&G will provide study support for you to complete an accounting qualification as part of this role. What you'll be doing: Reconciling cash positions between internal systems and external custodians Calculating daily liquidity to support trading decisions Reconciling trades on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis Posting journals in the financial reporting system Maintaining and improving financial controls and documentation Updating monthly management information schedules Supporting process improvements and contributing to project work Managing internal and external queries through the team mailbox Qualifications Who we're looking for: Studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with significant on the job" accounting experience Strong understanding of accounting principles including double-entry and accruals Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word, with a willingness to learn new systems Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal A collaborative team player who shares knowledge and supports others Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, especially at month-end High level of motivation and a proactive approach to learning and development Strong numeracy skills and confidence working with financial data Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service. There's also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only) There are the many discounts we offer - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. "videos":{"title":"Videos To Watch","urls":["https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djTs2V4JUFs"]}}},

Location: Cardiff, GB

Posted Date: 5/24/2025