Senior Finance Analyst at LegalAndGeneral

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Operations, Expense Journals, Intercompany Invoicing, Fund Recharges, Fixed Asset Management, IFRS16, International Payroll, Financial Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Accounting Systems

Industry

Financial Services

Description

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. Our global asset management business provides our clients and partners with complex, responsible investment solutions, working internationally across public and private markets. Who we are We are one of Europe’s largest asset managers and a major global investor across public and private markets. Asset Management is a critical driver of our Group strategy. The business aims to work synergistically with our Institutional Retirement and Retail divisions to benefit our clients and customers, and deliver enhanced shareholder returns. Our investment philosophy and processes are focused on creating value over the long term. We believe that incorporating financially material sustainability criteria, when relevant to our clients, can create value and drive positive change. Job Description We’re recruiting for a ’Senior Finance Analyst to join us. We’re offering a competitive base salary. We are looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to join a busy and collaborative Finance team supporting an international Asset Management division. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial operations, partnering with stakeholders across global markets, and contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes. You will be part of an inclusive team environment where diverse perspectives are valued and where you can develop your skills and make a meaningful impact. What you’ll be doing: Preparing and posting expense journals for international subsidiaries across multiple regions Calculating and processing intercompany invoices and fund recharges Managing fixed asset registers including Right of Use assets under IFRS16 Processing payments and maintaining accurate financial records and logs Supporting the accounting and processing of international payrolls Monitoring and updating headcount and cost centre data within finance systems Providing timely and accurate financial information and insights to stakeholders Supporting continuous improvement by enhancing processes and bringing activities in-house Who we’re looking for: AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) Understanding of core accounting processes and principles Strong Excel and general IT skills Experience working with accounting systems (desirable) Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines Experience within a UK financial services environment (desirable) 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 many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online We’re creating net‑zero carbon workplaces by 2030 by investing in our sustainable, modern offices across the UK, all designed to bring people together and elevate the in‑person experience 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. Permanent/Regular or Fixed Term Contract/Temporary: Permanent (UK and ROW) / Regular (US) L&G Business Unit: Legal & General Investment Management L&G sub Business Unit: LGIM Primary Location: Cardiff, Four Central Square Job Family: Finance

Responsibilities

The role involves managing financial operations for an international Asset Management division, including expense journals, intercompany invoices, and fixed asset registers. You will also support international payrolls and provide financial insights to global stakeholders while improving internal processes.