Service Care Solutions
Financial Analyst
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Financial Analyst - Pensions
Location: NW London
Contract: Temporary (6 months)
Salary: £450 per day umbrella / £391.64 PAYE Inclusive / £349.46 PAYE Exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
Contact: rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in London for a Financial Analyst to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will play a key role in the financial management and reporting of the Pension Fund. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong accounting experience and an understanding of pension fund accounting, particularly within the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce accurate Pension Fund financial reports, annual accounts, annual reports and supporting working papers.
- Reconcile the financial ledger to LGPS and Teachers’ Pension records, resolving discrepancies and ensuring accurate income and expenditure reporting.
- Complete year-end adjustments, statutory returns, account disclosures and respond promptly to audit queries.
- Provide financial monitoring and analysis, support Pension Fund Committee and Board reports, and assist with investment strategy and transactions.
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Candidate Criteria
- Qualified accountant or equivalent experience, with strong knowledge of financial accounting and controls within local authority.
- Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, year-end processes and statutory returns; local government or pension fund experience is desirable.
- Strong analytical and systems skills, including Oracle Financials, with the ability to identify trends, variances and financial risks.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information and work to strict deadlines.
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If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive compensation for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
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