Finance Manager

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Finance Manager

In response to significant development across the LGPS (Local Governmant Pensions Scheme) sector, we are looking for one of two Finance Managers who can apply their expertise and knowledge of the LGPS to deliver high quality financial services to senior stakeholders of the London Pensions Fund Authority. You will manage a small team and will report to the Head of Finance and Accountancy. This is a role that really matters and requires the ability to develop close working relationships across our organisation. With responsibility for our operational accounts, you will shape budgets, improve our reporting and support our risk management. You are comfortable with complex data and the insights that it can deliver. You are a qualified professional and will work closely with the other Finance Manager, providing cover when required. You will proactively contribute to our vision within our innovative, high performance and continuous improvement culture.

We offer a friendly, professional and supportive working environment and a range of attractive employee benefits including but not limited to flexible working, generous holiday entitlements, Bupa Health Insurance, an LGPS pension, support for professional development, an employee assistance service and an office gym.

Qualifications and experience

Professional Membership/Qualifications

• Member of CCAB (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.

Essential Experience

• Significant experience producing statutory accounts under IFRS (CIPFA code) including investment accounting.
• Previous experience of working in a similar role within the LGPS.
• Knowledge of the major issues facing the local government pension scheme, understanding of the national policy context, requirements and future direction.
• Experience of working effectively in an area with competing demands and tight timescales.

Hours and Salary

This is intended to be a full-time permanent role with the successful applicant working a minimum of two days per week in the office.

The salary is in the range of £78,000 - £82,400 dependent on experience + 10% discretionary bonus.

For full details, see the job description. To apply, please send a CV and covering letter (maximum two pages) setting out your suitability for the role to recruitment@lpfa.org.uk.

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To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in the UK.

The deadline for applications is midnight on 17 August 2025.