Pensions Accountant
Location: Bath
Contract: Temporary (4 month initial)
Rate: £400 Per Day Umbrella
Start date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working*
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Bath for a highly skilled Pensions Accountant on a 4-month temporary contract. This role will be pivotal in managing key financial processes, including the reconciliation of investment accounting information and year-end reporting. You will support both the Accounts and Investments teams by streamlining processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and assisting with system upgrades such as Agresso. We are seeking a professionally qualified accountant with strong experience in financial systems, budget management, and compliance with audit requirements.
Main responsibilities
1. Lead the reconciliation of investment accounting information between Custodian and Manager records for year-end, as well as other reconciliations including payroll, bank, and PAYE, ensuring accuracy and compliance with audit requirements.
2. Review and enhance accounting processes for both the Accounts and Investments teams, with a focus on efficiency and meeting audit standards, including the iConnect reconciliation project and system upgrades (e.g., Agresso).
3. Support budget preparation and monitoring, set up manager budget informatio...