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.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Financial Reporting & Accounts
• Lead the compilation: 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.