Experienced Accountant

The role provides temporary leadership and operational support to the Pension Fund Accounting function,with a primary focus on delivering the year-end closing process and supporting the preparation of the Fund's Financial Statements.

The successful candidate will ensure continuity of accounting operations during a critical reporting period, including oversight of financial reporting, coordination of audit activities, and maintenance of robust internal controls.

• Key responsibilities include:
  * Overseeing the year-end closing process and preparation of financial statements (IPSAS)
  * Coordinating and acting as main point of contact for external auditors
  * Supervising day-to-day accounting activities and supporting the team
  * Overseeing the support and monitoring of investment transactions executed in financial markets
  * Monitoring custodian and other service provider activities, including oversight of service delivery and review of key controls and outputs
  * Reviewing accounting outputs, reconciliations, and controls
  * Establishing and maintaining robust internal controls and risk mitigation processes, including ensuring the Internal Control System remains up to date and effective
  * Providing leadership and guidance to the team to ensure timely and accurate delivery

• Valuable experience in an accounting service, preferably general accounting or financial accounting.
• Technical:
• Book-closing ; Accounting control and analysis ; Financial reporting and analysis ; Knowledge of financial markets and related instruments
• Behavioural
  * Delivering results under pressure and within tight deadlines ; Structured and organised approach to work ; Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills ; Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders ; Ability to operate autonomously and take ownership
  
• Valuable experience in an accounting service, preferably general accounting or financial accounting.
  
• Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in accounting, finance, or related field
  
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)