Pensions Finance Manager
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Occupation Type
Finance and investment analysts and advisers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£45,800
(£23.49 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Job Title: Pensions Finance Manager
Band : 3
Salary: Circa £65,000
Location: Palestra/Hybrid
Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.
Job Purpose
This role is responsible for managing, controlling and developing the TfL Pension Fund's financial accounting system, investment accounting, records and processes to ensure achievements of the following in accordance with TfL Pension Fund procedures and deadlines:
Band : 3
Salary: Circa £65,000
Location: Palestra/Hybrid
Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.
Job Purpose
This role is responsible for managing, controlling and developing the TfL Pension Fund's financial accounting system, investment accounting, records and processes to ensure achievements of the following in accordance with TfL Pension Fund procedures and deadlines:
- investment transactions are correctly processed and recorded by the Fund's Global Custodian and correctly reflected in the Fund's nominal ledger
- payments and receipts are correctly processed and recorded
- cash and bank accounts are effectively controlled and reconciled
- nominal ledger accounts are reconciled.
- Accountable to the Pensions Finance Lead
- Providing full financial accounting support ensuring appropriate accounting policies are in place
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Recognised accounting (CCAB or equivalent) qualification or substantial progress towards one
- Analysing and interpreting data (EXPERIENCE)
- Excel (EXPERT)
- Investment accounting
- Financial accounting systems
- Accounting standards, SORP reporting requirements
- The legal and tax law regarding pensions and finance
- Experience in Pension accounting and Investment accounting
- Substantial experience of reviewing and reconciling Global Custodian investment accounts to Investment Managers' reports
- Substantial experience of reviewing and reconciling account balances on computerised systems
- Experience of taking accounting, systems or process issues to resolution.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair.
Application Process
Please apply using your CV and a two-page covering letter.
Think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and cover this in your CV and cover letter. PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images
The closing date for applications is Sunday 22nd March 2026 @ 23:59
Vetting Process
https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/our-vetting-process
At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter (link here) explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect and clear communication throughout.
Benefits
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include:
Think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and cover this in your CV and cover letter. PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images
The closing date for applications is Sunday 22nd March 2026 @ 23:59
Vetting Process
https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/our-vetting-process
At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter (link here) explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect and clear communication throughout.
Benefits
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include:
- Final salary pension scheme