Pensions Investment Accountant

at  East Sussex County Council

Organisation
East Sussex County Council
Location
Lewes
Salary
£41,626 - £43,138 per annum
Closing date
28/10/2024
Department
Business Services
Contract type
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours
37
Job Type
Administration and Clerical
Job reference
orbis/TP/93635/42681
Are you a newly qualified accountant with experience of Investments? Are you looking for a solid career foundation with an award winning Pension fund?
If so come and join the dynamic East Sussex Pension Fund as the Pensions Investment Accountant and play a crucial role in delivering investment accounting services and reporting.
At East Sussex Pension Fund (ESPF) we are dedicated to providing exceptional pension services to our 85,000 scheme members and 140 scheme employers. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, governance and our people. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.
As the Pensions Investment Accountant, you will work closely with the Pensions Manager for Investments and Accounting to deliver the investment strategy and ensure accurate accounting and reporting. This position requires a combination of financial expertise, analytical skills, and knowledge of pension fund operations to effectively manage investment accounting processes.

Maintain accurate accounting records for investment transactions and valuations.
Monitor and report on Investment Managers ESG activities.
Assist in the preparation of annual accounts and undertake budget monitoring and preparation activities.
Contribute to the development and implement policies, procedures and strategy.
We are looking for someone who is striving to develop in their career with the aim to be a future leader in the sector as your career path progresses. You will:
Be a fully qualified or final year CCAB accountant.
Proven experience of working with a diversified investment strategy.
Ability to analyse and interpret both complex data and regulations.
Be a proactive creative thinker.
If you are ready to take the next step in the development of your career we would love to hear from you.
Please click the apply now button and upload your CV and a cover letter to explain how you meet all the essential criteria in the person specification.
Interviews will take place in person in the week commencing 18 November.
This role will be based on flexible working with some meetings in the Lewes office or at external stakeholder offices in London. The salary starts at £41,626 with excellent benefits including a generous defined benefit pension (Local Government Pension Scheme), discounts to a range of services such as technology, shopping, days out, gym membership as well as a bike scheme. The holiday entitlement starts at 26 days with 2 extra days for use around Christmas. More information can be found on our benefits page.
Lewes is a beautiful market town with great train links to London and the wider East Sussex community. Lewes is a great place to shop with so many independent, antique and quirky shops. It’s also great for cafes and coffees shops to grab some lunch or ideal for a lunchtime walk around this historic town.
For more information about this role, please contact Sian Kunert, Head of Pension Fund sian.kunert@eastsussex.gov.uk
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Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit