Senior Associate, Pension Accounts and Outsourcing - Oldbury
Crowe UK Oldbury, England, United Kingdom
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About Crowe
Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally.
Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and consulting services.
Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other.
At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential.
The Role
Your role is to prepare the Annual Report and Financial Statements for a portfolio of pension scheme clients, ensuring they meet the latest regulatory requirements and industry best practice, and to prepare quarterly management information tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client.
Responsibilities
* Collate, analyse and reconcile accounting records, e.g., cashbooks, investment manager reports.
* Prepare/review accounts disclosures to ensure they meet the requirements of the pension’s statement of recommended practice.
* Oversee the work of more junior members of the pension’s accounts preparation team, assisting with their development and providing on-the-job training where appropriate. Ensure work is planned and performed in sufficient detail and in accordance with agreed timetables. Ensure working papers are clear, concise, and comply with Crowe's processes and standards.
* Build and maintain client relationships. Be the main point of contact for clients. Oversee correspondence between team members and client/third-party advisers.
* Liaise with scheme auditors during the annual audit process.
* Show initiative and a willingness to take responsibility for ownership and completion of each accounting assignment within the agreed budget and deadlines.
* Adhere to deadlines and keep the manager informed of progress.
* Keep technically up to date.
* Undertake additional duties as reasonably required.
Knowledge and Experience
* Qualified AAT, ACA, ICAS, or ACCA.
* Good working knowledge of Excel and Word.
* Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
* Good communication skills.
* Knowledge and experience of the pension fund sector and the Pensions SORP is an advantage, but not essential.
Why choose Crowe?
We value our people and foster a collaborative, inclusive, and friendly culture. We support your career development, offer flexible working arrangements, and invest in your growth. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring a merit-based progression system.
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