Payroll/Pension Reconciliations

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Pension Reconciliation Assistant to join a busy finance team in Coventry for a fixed-term 8-week assignment maybe longer. This role will primarily involve handling a high volume of pension data and ensuring accurate reconciliation of records.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out pension contribution and payment reconciliations

Investigate and resolve data discrepancies between internal systems and third-party providers

Prepare and present reconciliation reports for internal and external review

Collaborate with payroll, HR, and pension providers to obtain and verify data

Maintain detailed and audit-ready records throughout the assignment

✅ Requirements:

Solid experience in pension reconciliations or similar financial data work

Advanced Excel skills are essential, including the confident use of:

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP

Data sorting, filtering, and cross-referencing

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet deadlines