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Sector: Administration and Secretarial
Role: Specialist
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Reconciliations Specialist
Reading
Hybrid
Full Time / Part Time
Permanent
Ref: REQ002865
XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential.
Our Pension Fund Accounting team continues to grow and we are now looking for a Reconciliations Specialist to join our vibrant Reading office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in an administration support role where they have gained knowledge and experience of using MS Office Products.
The Role:
As a Reconciliations Specialist within our Pensions Fund Accounting team with XPS you will be involved in...
* Completing daily bank reconciliations to capture all monies received accordingly.
* Investigating any unreconciled monies until resolution.
* Investing monies in (transfers in and contributions) within SLA.
* Preparing all the necessary reconciliations for inclusion in the financial statements.
* Liaising with administrators and investment managers.
* Reconciling units and cash for all investment movements via a Global reconciliation.
* Keeping abreast of technical and legislative developments within the pensions industry.
* Ensuring company policies and working procedures are implemented and adhered to by self.
* Forging strong working relationships with other teams in order to provide a total service to our clients.
* Ensuring the accurate updating of time recording system for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities.
Your profile
Essential Criteria
* A proven reconciliations background gained within either an accounting practice or a third party pension's provider.
* Previous reconciliations (cash and units) experience would be essential.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook and with excellent Excel skills, including macros, pivot tables and lookups.
* Educated to a minimum of A Level or Degree or equivalent standard.
* Strong Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification - minimum grade B.
* Studying for or a willingness to study for a relevant qualification (either pensions or accounts).
What we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
* 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
* Flexible Bank holidays
* Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
* Healthcare cash plan
* Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work
* Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
* XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings)
* Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
* Access to a digital GP service
* Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events
* Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS
What next: If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
* Right to Work confirmation
* DBS Disclosure check
* Employment or educational references covering five years
* Satisfactory credit check
We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued.
Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list.
XPS try wherever possible to respond to all applicants if for any reason you have not heard from us within 28 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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