Description
Our local government clients in Hackney, London, are seeking a Pension Fund Accounts Officer. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role; it is a chance to work at the heart of financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. We offer hybrid working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
Responsibilities
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Financial Reporting & Accounts
- Lead the compilation: You will work closely with the Manager to compile the
- Pension Fund Report & Accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and timely.
- Ensure compliance: You will ensure our Report and Accounts meet all CIPFA
- reporting requirements and are produced to the highest standard.
- Manage the £2.2bn portfolio data: You will develop and prepare the monthly transaction data
- reports carried out by Fund Managers and the London CIV to ensure holdings are
- accurately reflected in the Statement of Accounts
Qualifications – Essential
- GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
- Degree qualification or equivalent level of experience
- Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM.
Criteria for Shortlisting - About You - What We're Looking for in the Ideal Candidate:
- We are looking for someone with a strong background in financial accounting, preferably in a public-sector or pension-fund environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Experience with complex financial reconciliations, suspense accounts, and general ledger systems.
- Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain accurate working papers and handle large datasets (relating to our £2.2bn fund) with precision.
- Communication Skills: Confidence in liaising with external auditors, fund managers, and internal stakeholders.
- Knowledge: An understanding of CIPFA requirements and pension fund accounting is highly desirable.
Compliance Requirements
- 3 Years References
- Willing to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process.
Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment Business for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.