Our client is seeking a Pensions Fund Accountant with a proven accounting background gained within either an accounting practice or a third party pension's provider. For this role you will need a broad knowledge of accounting techniques including reconciliation, ear-end processes etc. Your role: Preparing pension scheme Trustee Report & Accounts. Reconciling investment transactions. Preparing all the necessary working papers & reconciliations of the financial statements. Liaising with auditors and investment managers. Preparing self-assessment tax returns (SA970). Providing assistance with cash books and pensioner payrolls. 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. E.g. Administration, Payroll, Client Banking, Actuaries. Ensuring the accurate updating of time recording system (Virtual Office) for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities. The person: A proven accounting background gained within either an accounting practice or a third party pension's provider. Experience should include a broad knowledge of accounting techniques including reconciliation, year-end processes etc. Previous Pensions Fund Accounting (PFA) experience would be desirable although not essential. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience of Profund Aviary would be of advantage. Previous experience of checking work of other team members. Studying towards or have obtained a recognised accountancy qualification, e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, etc. (Although, applicants deemed 'qualified by experience' would be considered.) High degree of numeracy. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. An aptitude for working with people both internal and external of the organisation. Excellent interpersonal abilities, able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues and clients. A client focused approach Flexible approach to work pressures.