Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager (6 months FTC)

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager to join their finance team. This pivotal role involves providing insightful financial guidance to pension scheme Trustees and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in pension scheme accounting and be a qualified accountant. The company values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for all team members. Join this forward-thinking firm and contribute to building Britain's future heritage while advancing your career.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance-related Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in pension scheme accounting is essential.
• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Pension Scheme Trustee Reports and Statutory Accounts.
• Manage financial transactions and ensure compliance with SORP.
• Oversee payroll cost accounting and manage deductions.

Skills

Pension Scheme Accounting

Financial Reporting

Stakeholder Engagement

Payroll Accounting

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA)

Job description

Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager (6 months FTC)

We are seeking a Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager to join our finance team in Hemel Hempstead.

Since 1869, we've been involved in building and civil engineering projects that set industry standards, including notable examples like the Eden Project, Olympic Stadium, and Bloomberg's award-winning building.

We look forward to future projects and opportunities. As a family-owned business, we offer a platform to advance your career while contributing to Britain's future heritage.

Role: Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager

Reporting to the Head of Transactional Finance, you will provide accurate, timely, and insightful financial information and guidance to the pension scheme Trustees and serve as a key contact for the Trustees, Pensions Secretary, Payroll, and Finance teams.

This pivotal role allows the right candidate to influence financial perception and demonstrate the value of proactive, forward-thinking management information across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Pension Scheme Trustee Reports & Statutory Accounts: Complete reports and financial statements with relevant notes, ensuring compliance with SORP.
• Complete HMRC Returns and ONS Surveys: Ensure timely submissions within deadlines.
• Manage Financial Transactions: Oversee transaction integrity, documentation, posting, and maintenance of pension scheme accounts, including investments.
• Provide FRS102 Calculations: Deliver annual financial statement calculations for companies with investments in the scheme.
• Manage Life Insurance Schemes: Handle management and renewals.
• Financial Accounting for Payroll: Ensure accurate payroll cost accounting, reconcile key balance sheet accounts, and manage deductions and payments to HMRC and benefits providers.

Your Profile:

• Experience in pension scheme accounting is essential.
• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA).
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders, auditors, and professionals via meetings, calls, and written communication.

Rewards:

We invest in your future with performance-related progression opportunities. Our rewards package includes flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

Join us in building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine values inclusivity. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're from an underrepresented group in construction. Our goal is to reflect society's diversity, fostering a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all team members.