Manager: Pensions Administrations (Accounting and Reporting)

About the position

To manage the Accounting and Reporting function within the Pensions Administration Section of the company to ensure the efficient functioning of operations.
JOB DESCRIPTION 

• Ensure the continuous improvement of the delivery and functioning of the Accounting and Reporting function within the Pensions Administration Section of the company, while staying within budget.
• Develop operational plans for the Accounting and Reporting function.
• Develop policies, procedures, processes, internal controls and system requirements for approval and ensure alignment thereto.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the Accounting and Reporting function and ensure compliance with relevant governance frameworks.
• Manage the performance of staff and promote as well as support career management and development.
• Participate in various task teams and working groups on behalf of the company Retirement Fund and company as Administrator of the company Retirement Fund.
• Perform the final authorisation of payments, accounting transactions and data captured by team members, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely delivery.
• Perform the final authorisation of pension administration accounting processes as well as related submissions as per legislative requirements to ensure accuracy, completeness and timely delivery.
• Provide integrated management information reports to support decision-making.
• Lead and participate in engagements with relevant stakeholders and clients within the company Retirement Fund and company departments, as well as external parties.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• A Chartered Accountant (SA) qualification (NQF 8);
• Eight to 10 years’ experience in pension fund administration; and
• Three to five years’ experience in leading teams.

Desired Skills:

• - Driving digital dexterity/fluency
• - Quality assurance
• - Financial accounting