Pension Fund Accountant

KPMG in Caricom is a member firm of KPMG International, and is comprised of offices in Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean operating as one integrated business.KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. KPMG firms operate in 142 countries and territories with more than 275,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world.KPMG in Caricom is seeking to hire a talented and highly motivated Pension Fund Accountant to join our Finance & Administration Department in our Jamaica office.Being a member of our Finance and Administration team at KPMG in Caricom means being a part of a group of highly skilled, goal-driven people that genuinely admire working together to produce high-caliber work.The Pension Fund Accountant will be responsible for implementing investment strategies, managing risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and monitoring and reporting on KPMG’s pension fund performance.Our ideal candidate will have substantial experience in fund management, with an excellent understanding of financial markets, and superior analytical skills.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Investment ManagementInvestment of pension contributions; enhance the investment performanceImplement appropriate new investment strategies that align with the pension fund’s financial goalsMonitor trends and economic conditions to gain in-depth understanding of the market and make informed investment decisionsAnalyze performance of various investments and adjust strategies as necessaryMinimize risk while maximizing returns on investmentsManage relationships with investment brokers and other third parties Fund ManagementOversee and manage two primary pension funds ; maintain books of accountsPresents at Trustees meetings and serves as the liaison for administrative mattersPrepare and present detailed reports on investment strategies and fund performance to stakeholders, including pension fund trustees and beneficiaries Regulatory ComplianceSupports the adherence, compliance and reporting requirements of the regulatory authorities (e.g. FSC, TAJ) and laws for the funds.Prepares and provides information for internal and external auditors as requiredActs as a liaison between KPMG and pensioners Fund AdministrationMonitors the process for updating pension fund member records under the retirement solutionsManages the processing of benefit distribution packages for terminated, deceased and retired membersHandles ongoing queries from members, members’ employers and pensioners.Ensures annuity payments are processed for new and existing pensionersEnsure the timely attention to errors, corrections, pension update requests etc. with the appropriate personnel and follow-up actions are taken to ensure their effective resolutionQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree from recognized university in Accounting, FinanceQualified Chartered AccountantAt least four (4) years relevant work experience in Pension Fund AdministrationKEY SKILLS:Excellent knowledge of Pension Fund Administration, Pension Industry and the attendant regulations (Pensions Act and Regulations)Working knowledge of the operation of Collective Investments Schemes.Working knowledge of financial sector instruments, laws, regulations, ethics and professional jargonHigh level of proficiency in MS Office Suite and relevant Accounting softwareFunctional knowledge of accounting standardsExceptional organization, planning and administration skillsOutstanding problem solving and data analysis skillsExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skillsFlexible and willing to travelWe thank all interested applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Follow us on Social Media© 2025 KPMG, a Jamaican partnership and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee. All rights reserved.