Financial Analyst (Pensions)

Financial Analyst

Location: Bedford

Contract: Temporary (6 month initial)

Rate: £250 Per Day Umbrella (PAYE Inc.

£220.26, PAYE Exc.

£196.54)

Start date: ASAP

*Hybrid Working

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Contact: miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Bedford for a Finance Analyst.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience in complex financial systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in bank reconciliation, contribution monitoring, VAT return preparation, and supporting the closure of accounts.

If you are detail-oriented and have a knack for financial analysis, this could be the perfect role for you!

Main responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliation and manage contributions monitoring.


• Post journals related to pension contributions and process recharges to employers.


• Raise purchase and sales orders, process invoices, and chase late payments.


• Conduct reconciliations, including interface and suspense account investigations.


• Prepare and submit the monthly VAT return with associated reconciliations.


• Support the closure of accounts, including managing accruals and prepayments.

Candidate Requirements

• AAT qualification is desirable but not essential.


• Proven financial acumen with extensive relevant experience.


• Skilled in handling complex financial systems.


• Advanced Excel capabilities, including working with large datasets and complex formulas.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Previous experience in a finance role within a large, multifaceted organization.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.