An exciting opportunity for a Senior Treasury Assistant in our Outsourcing team! The WTW Outsourcing business provides high-quality outsourced defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) plan administration services and solutions globally to the private sector, covering the day-to-day management of pension plans. We deliver a high-quality participant experience on behalf of large and medium-sized corporates leveraging customised digital solutions. We are considered a highly regarded leader in our chosen locations where we can deliver at scale in the US, Canada, GB, Ireland & Germany. We are the #1 pension outsourcing service provider of the largest 200 private sector pension schemes in Germany and the UK.

The Role

Approval and oversight of cash management for a MiFID regulated conglomerate bank account.  Daily review of MiFID Conglomerate account reconciliations.  Central point of contact for external and internal audits. Ensure all regulatory documents are kept up to date. Be a point of reference on technical issues and non-standard cases. On an on-going basis be the principal contact for Central Bank.  Must be able to work to a high level of accuracy. Monitor own workflow and that of junior associates to ensure service levels are achieved. Take the lead in more complex/project work when required. Build and maintain technical procedures and client knowledge through experience. Work to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs e.g. automation, full use of standard procedures. Reviewing monthly billing on Oracle. Resolving billing issues promptly and escalating issues where required. Assisting with billing analysis. Encourage teamwork by sharing knowledge, ideas and solutions. Contribute to associate training and development. Contribute to weekly team meetings and daily team huddles. Develop good written communication skills to deal with more complex queries and requests. Ensure all communications are dealt with within defined quality and service standards. Ensure accurate and timely recording of all work in time recording system. Display good time management skills and demonstrate ability to organise and prioritise own workload. Demonstrate commitment by ensuring that targets and deadlines are met. Input into MIS and reporting as required. Meeting agreed service standards and adherence to internal procedures to provide a consistent and proactive client service to the highest standards. Ensuring that we comply with all Pension Act and the Central Bank of Ireland compliance requirements.  Participate in training programmes. 

The Requirement

The candidate should demonstrate a substantial knowledge and understanding of Treasury procedures, with the ability to work accurately and in a detailed manner to meet strict deadlines.Attention to detail.Familiarity with Client asset requirements an advantage.Flexible approach to the job as required and provides support in helping to meet deadlines or take on additional responsibilities. Good interpersonal skills, works and interacts well with people from various levels of the business i.e. Senior Management & Administrators within WTW, Finance and Human Resource Managers of Clients, External Audit Companies and Fund Trustees.Previous experience with pension scheme audits would be an advantage.Works well under pressure.Strong analytical skills.A strong understanding of Microsoft Office programmes, in particular Excel, Word and Outlook.Previous Team Leader experience. 

The Qualification

Qualified Accountant.

Equal opportunity Employer

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organization. We embrace all types of diversity.

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