Graduate Finance Analyst

Lendscape

Graduate Finance Analyst responsible for financial control and reporting at Lendscape. Engaging in process improvements and supporting accounting qualifications in a hybrid environment.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial acumen with expertise in billing processes, project management, and financial analysis. Proficient in core accounting principles and Excel, with a proactive approach to improving finance operations through automation.

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Billing Process OwnershipCore Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Analysis and ReportingExcel ProficiencyProfessional Accountancy Qualification

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Hard Skills

Billing ProcessesAccrualsPrepaymentsGeneral Ledger ProcessesFinancial AnalysisRevenue RecognitionDebtor ReportsTimecard ManagementBudgetingForecasting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailIntellectual CuriositySelf-MotivationProactive ApproachProfessional Communication

Tools & Technologies

AI-native ERP SystemsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACIMAAAT

Industry Keywords

Finance CycleCommercial AgreementsClient Relationship ManagementCredit ControlMonthly Management Accounts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take ownership of billing processes across professional services, recurring revenue, and enhancements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Maintain debtor reports, issue statements and reminders, and actively participate in credit control meetings to track and improve collections.
Build strong relationships with clients to resolve payment delays and manage aged debt, escalating high-risk balances where necessary.
Review sales opportunities and projects, ensuring alignment with commercial agreements.
Create and manage project structures, including milestones, to support accurate billing and revenue recognition.
Export, review, and upload timecards to appropriate projects, ensuring precise allocation against milestones.
Reconcile accrued and deferred income to the trial balance.
Work closely with Project Managers and Relationship Managers to ensure financial alignment across projects.
Resolve client queries and invoice disputes in a professional and timely manner.
Support the finance team and wider business with the implementation of new AI-native ERP systems and processes.
Provide support to the annual audit process, ensuring smooth operations.
Undertake ad-hoc finance-related duties as required.
Develop a strong understanding of the end-to-end finance cycle and business operations.
Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve finance processes
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and month-end reporting.
Support ARR and MRR analysis and provide insights to inform commercial decision-making.
Support the budgeting and forecasting process through financial analysis and planning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Maths, or another numerate discipline (minimum 2:1), or studying AAT.
Understanding of core accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals, prepayments, and general ledger processes).
Strong numerical aptitude and a natural inclination to question and investigate data.
Intellectual curiosity and self-motivation — someone who takes initiative and thinks independently.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
Ownership and Proactive Approach: Able to take ownership of tasks, work independently, and see work through to completion. Proactive in identifying, resolving, or escalating issues when needed.
Professional in manner and communication, able to adapt to different audiences.
Proficiency in Excel is essential, along with an interest in exploring automation for finance operations.
Motivation to pursue a professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private medical care and cash plan
Flexible working hours
Continuous training
Cycle scheme and sponsored gym
Learning and development
Wellness and mindfulness perks
Colleague volunteering
Life assurance
Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients