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Pension funds accountant

Specialism: Financial and business reporting

What is a pension funds accountant and what do they do?

A pension funds accountant is responsible for managing a portfolio of client pension schemes and is accountable for reporting on their activities. They usually work as part of a pensions fund accounting team, who will be responsible for delivering financial and technical accountancy advice for pension funds.

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While the accountancy profession offers diverse career options and paths, the core capabilities required to perform at the highest standards remain the same - irrespective of skill level or job role.

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Continuing professional development at ACCA

A commitment to life-long learning is a vital part of your ACCA membership; it unlocks the full potential of your career choices - and drives forward the profession.

We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard.

So, get started (or restarted) and take a look at our curated list of the most relevant CPD resources to secure and succeed in this role.

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2023-24 update: UK tax

Staying up to date with tax changes is vital for finance professionals. This year's UK tax updates course focuses on changes in tax for the new financial year, legislation from finance act 2023, announcements made in the spring budget, and the contents of the recent spring finance bill.

This course looks into the most recent and upcoming changes to tax in the UK. Working through the modules on personal, business, capital and indirect tax will ensure that you are familiar with the changes in these areas and prepare you for the tax year ahead.

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How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

From a combination of exams, ethics and experience, the ACCA Qualification will boost your employability and performance at every stage of your career journey.

Here we have listed some elements of the ACCA Qualification that will help you perform at the highest standard in this job role.

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Pension funds accountant

What is a pension funds accountant and what do they do?

Capabilities

Continuing professional development at ACCA

Online course

2023-24 update: UK tax

How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

Applied skills

Financial Reporting

Applied skills

Taxation

Strategic professional

Strategic Business Reporting

Further ACCA resources and services that help support your career

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Pension funds accountant

What is a pension funds accountant and what do they do?

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Capabilities

Continuing professional development at ACCA

Online course

2023-24 update: UK tax

How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

Exams

Applied skills

Financial Reporting

Applied skills

Taxation

Strategic professional

Strategic Business Reporting

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