Pension Fund Accounts Officer

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.