Pension Fund Accounts Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a skilled finance professional for a 6-7 month contract with a local authority in London. The role supports financial management, accounting and reporting for the London Borough Pension Fund, currently valued at about £2.2bn.

You will interact with Fund Managers, London CIV, auditors, and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include leading Pension Fund reporting and ensuring CIPFA-aligned quality, consolidating monthly reports, and performing complex

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector or pension fund accounting.
• Proven ability with complex reconciliations and general ledger systems.
• Experience working with auditors and financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Pension Fund Report & Accounts with the Investment & Accounting Manager.
• Ensure financial reporting meets CIPFA standards and is high quality.
• Prepare and maintain monthly Fund Manager and London CIV transaction reports.
• Conduct complex reconciliations across pension fund accounts and update the Council’s financial systems.
• Clear suspense items monthly and align with chart of accounts.

Skills

Public sector accounting

Reconciliations

GL systems

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

ACCA/CIPFA/CIMA/AAT

Job description

Hackney, United Kingdom | Posted on 24/06/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

6-7 month contract position with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 6-7 month contract position with a local authority, focused on supporting the financial management, accounting, and reporting of the London Borough Pension Fund, valued at approximately £2.2bn. The role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all financial transactions, reconciliations, and reports related to the Pension Fund. This includes interactions with Fund Managers, London CIV, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compilation of the Pension Fund Report & Accounts in collaboration with the Investment & Accounting Manager.
• Ensure all financial reporting meets CIPFA requirements and is completed to a high professional standard.
• Prepare and maintain monthly Fund Manager and London CIV transaction reports, ensuring all holdings are accurately reflected in the Statement of Accounts.
• Conduct complex reconciliations across pension fund accounts and ensure accurate entries within the Council’s financial systems.
• Clear suspense account items monthly and ensure alignment with the chart of accounts.

Requirements:

Essential Experience Required

• Strong background in financial accounting, ideally within the public sector or a pension fund environment.
• Proven experience with:
  • Complex financial reconciliations
  • Suspense account management
  • General ledger systems
• Experience handling large financial datasets (e.g., multi-billion-pound funds).
• Experience working with auditors, investment managers, and financial stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Relevant accounting or finance qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA) is desirable but not explicitly required.
• Evidence of strong experience in pension fund accounting and Local Government is essential.

Additional Information

• Please note we work on a bi-weekly payment schedule.