Pensions Accounting And Investment Manager

Pensions Accounting and Investment Manager
Location: West Sussex
Contract: Temporary (6 months)
Salary: £52.21 per hour umbrella / £46.45 PAYE Inclusive / £41.45 PAYE Exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
Contact: rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in West Sussex for a Pensions Accounting and Investment Manager to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will play a pivotal role in supporting the administration and governance of a Local Government Pension Scheme, overseeing investment accounting, governance, compliance, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of pension fund accounting activities, including reconciliations, statutory accounts, contributions, invoicing, and financial controls.
• Manage relationships with investment managers, advisers, auditors, custodians, and LGPS pooling partners to ensure effective governance and performance delivery.
• Support Pension Committees and Boards through the preparation of reports, technical advice, and investment-related analysis to support informed decision making.
• Drive service improvements, regulatory compliance, ESG and climate-risk reporting initiatives, and implementation of investment strategies and policies.

Candidate Criteria

• Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with substantial senior-level experience in pensions, investments, or finance.
• Strong understanding of Local Government Pension Schemes (LGPS), defined benefit pension arrangements, and pension fund accounting/reporting requirements.
• Proven leadership and people management experience with the ability to motivate teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic outcomes.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed