Local Government Pension Fund Accountant

Our Local Authority client are actively looking for a professional to help support the Investment Fund Manager in managing the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and the Council's subsidiary companies Defined Contribution Schemes (DCS). The role duties will see the successful candidate: Ensure that senior managers and members receive correct and consistent financial advice in relation to pension fund accounting and investment decisions, financial frameworks, policies and legislation. Undertake all accounting for the Pension Fund including monthly reconciliations of the pension fund cash book and custodian reports. Lead on the closure of accounts process for the Pension Fund, including the timely completion of auditor's requests and query resolution Act as the lead on all pension fund related activities. Advise on the Council's pension fund investment portfolio (approximate value £970m). Support the administration of the Council's LGPS.The background of the successful candidate will ideally have the following traits: Experience of pensions systems Experience of completing member pensions, transfer values, death grants, lumps sums and refunds Excellent communications skills Proven track record dealing with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or similar public sector pension scheme