Job Description

• To ensure scheme annual statutory accounts and any other reporting requirements are completed to professional standards and agreed timescales.
• To plan work effectively and report and act promptly on any workload pressures or delays.
• To assist in the effective and efficient operation of the services provided by the accounting department.
• To ensure that taxation returns are completed to professional standards and agreed timescales.
• Liaise effectively with the administration and actuarial teams within Towers Watson.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as within a team environment
• Liaise effectively with external auditors, investment managers and Government departments.
• To provide financial information, advice, and reports as required.
• To develop good working relationships with all external agencies and ensure that courteous, prompt and professional advice on all matters is provided.
• To provide financial information, advice, and reports as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualified Accountant with ACCA, ACA or equivalent relevant qualification or part qualified accountant with suitable experience to perform the role effectively. Experience of the pension fund industry is essential. Knowledge of SORP, Financial Reports of Pension Schemes. Computer literate – in particular Excel, Word, Sage & Crystal reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and project management skills. An enthusiastic team player who is equally comfortable working with a team or alone. Ability to influence others in support of change. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Flexible attitude to work, with ability to prioritise and multi-task.