Robert Walters
Are you a qualified finance professional with expertise in payroll and pensions accounting? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation, who are looking to hire a Financial Accountant to take ownership of payroll accounting, pension reporting, and other centralised employee cost matters.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate payroll entries, reconciliations, and compliance with financial controls.
- Lead IAS 19 accounting for defined benefit pension schemes and support leadership on pension-related matters.
- Manage IFRS 2 charges and incentive provisions while collaborating with key stakeholders.
- Act as the interface between finance teams, payroll operations, and external advisers.
Experience and qualifications:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification (or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly IAS 19 and IFRS 2.
- Experience in payroll or pensions accounting within complex organisations or Big 4 audit firms.
- Financial modelling skills to assess impacts of changes to key estimates.
- Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment where you'll play a critical role in delivering accurate financial reporting while building strong relationships across teams. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, please apply now!
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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