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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in East London, are looking for an experienced Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join their team and play a crucial role in their pension fund operations.  

Position: Pension Fund Accounts Officer
Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) 
Contract Duration: Temp (Dec 2026) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Purpose:

• Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the compilation: You will work closely with the Manager to compile the Pension Fund Report & Accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and timely.
• Complex Reconciliations: You will take ownership of complex reconciliations, ensuring they are recorded accurately within the Council’s financial reporting systems.
• You will be responsible for clearing Pension Fund suspense account items on a monthly basis, ensuring alignment with the chart of accounts.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation - preferred but not essential. 
• Experience with complex financial reconciliations, suspense accounts, and general ledger systems. 
• An understanding of CIPFA requirements and pension fund
  accounting is highly desirable.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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