Finance Manager

London Pensions Fund Authority (LPFA)Salary: £78,000 - £82,400 + 10% discretionary bonusLocation: Hybrid - Minimum 2 days per week in our London officeContract: Full-time, Permanent

As the largest Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) provider in London, the LPFA manages a fund worth over £8 billion, serving more than 100,000 members and 115 employers. They are committed to being a responsible investor, delivering high-quality, cost-effective pensions that support not only their members and employers, but also London’s communities and broader society.

The Role

In response to the continued growth and evolving demands of the LGPS sector, they are recruiting for a Finance Manager - one of two such roles within their finance function. Reporting to the Head of Finance and Accountancy, you will lead a small team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality financial services to senior stakeholders.

This is a critical leadership role that combines financial rigour with strategic insight. You will manage their operational accounts, shape budgets, enhance financial reporting, and support robust risk management. You’ll also work closely with your fellow Finance Manager to provide cross-cover and ensure consistency across our operations.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a qualified finance professional with a strong understanding of the LGPS and a track record of producing complex financial reports under IFRS (CIPFA Code), including investment accounting. You’re confident working with large datasets and can translate complex financial information into meaningful insights.

You thrive in high-performance environments, bring a collaborative approach, and are comfortable managing competing priorities to tight deadlines. Most importantly, you're motivated by work that makes a difference—to people, communities, and society as a whole.

What LPFA Offer

They provide a friendly, professional and inclusive working environment where your skills are valued and your growth supported. Their benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave
• Bupa Health Insurance
• LGPS pension scheme
• Support for professional development and CPD
• Employee assistance programme
• On-site office gym

What they’re looking for

Qualifications

• Full membership of a CCAB body (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ongoing CPD Educated to degree level (or equivalent)

Essential Experience

• Significant experience producing statutory accounts under IFRS (CIPFA code), including investment accounting
• Previous experience in a similar role within the LGPS
• Strong understanding of LGPS policy context, challenges, and future direction
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines