Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager (6 months FTC)

JR United Kingdom; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager for a 6-month FTC in Welwyn Garden City. This role involves providing financial information to pension scheme Trustees and managing financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have experience in pension scheme accounting and be a qualified accountant. The position offers competitive packages and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive packages

Flexible benefits

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in pension scheme accounting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Pension Scheme Trustee Reports & Statutory Accounts.
• Manage Financial Transactions and maintain pension scheme accounts.
• Ensure accurate Financial Accounting for Payroll.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)

Job description

Job Title: Pensions & Payroll Finance Manager (6 months FTC), Welwyn Garden City

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

Since 1869, Sir Robert McAlpine has been a leader in building and civil engineering projects, including the Eden Project, Olympic Stadium, and Bloomberg building. We are proud of our heritage and excited about future projects.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Transactional Finance, you will provide accurate and timely financial information to the pension scheme Trustees and act as a key contact for various stakeholders, including Pensions Secretary, Payroll, and Finance teams. This role offers the opportunity to influence finance perception and demonstrate the value of proactive management information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Pension Scheme Trustee Reports & Statutory Accounts, ensuring compliance with SORP.
• Complete HMRC Returns and ONS Surveys within deadlines.
• Manage Financial Transactions, including overseeing transactions, supporting documentation, and maintaining pension scheme accounts.
• Provide FRS102 Calculations for companies with investments in the scheme.
• Manage Life Insurance Schemes and renewals.
• Ensure accurate Financial Accounting for Payroll, including reconciliation and correct deductions.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in pension scheme accounting is essential.
• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA).
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, comfortable with meetings, calls, and written communication.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer competitive packages, flexible benefits, and opportunities for progression. Join us in building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine values diversity and inclusion. Even if you don't meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply, especially if you are from underrepresented groups. We aim to reflect societal diversity and provide a supportive environment for all team members.