Associate/Senior Associate - Value Financials
Job Ref: LF
41474
Take your accounts preparation experience in a different direction with a role focused on financial reporting technology. You'll work across digital templates, client onboarding, system improvements and technical support while developing your understanding of software development and automation. It's a varied opportunity for someone interested in how technology can improve financial reporting.
Location
Duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Support the development and maintenance of electronic financial statement templates using the Workiva platform.
- Work with Financial Reporting specialists to ensure templates remain accurate, consistent and compliant with relevant accounting standards.
- Assist with annual testing, technical updates and ongoing platform improvements.
- Support client onboarding and implementation of financial reporting solutions.
- Prepare training materials and deliver system training to clients.
- Monitor client enquiries through shared mailboxes and ticketing systems, resolving software and accounts preparation queries.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve user experience, processes and system functionality.
- Prepare technical documentation, procedures and best practice guidance.
- Support technology-enabled projects, business change and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with project planning, reporting, risk tracking and delivery of agreed milestones.
- Work collaboratively with software developers and technology teams to understand technical requirements and improvements.
- Support the use of data, automation and digital tools to improve financial reporting processes.
- Provide guidance, coaching and knowledge sharing to junior colleagues where appropriate.
- Ensure relevant quality, security, risk and governance standards are maintained.
- Contribute to wider team projects and client service initiatives.
Skills / Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience using accounts preparation software, together with a good understanding of financial reporting, IFRS and relevant GAAP standards. You'll have previous exposure to project delivery, technology-enabled change, PMO activities or consulting, with an interest in developing your knowledge of software development, data and automation. Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and support clients with technical queries. Experience with Workiva, Agile methodologies, Microsoft 365, Power BI or scripting and reporting toolswould be advantageous. A relevant degree or equivalent experience is expected, while ACCA/ACA or project management qualificationswould be beneficial. Candidates will be considered at Associate or Senior Associate level, depending on their skills and experience.
How To Apply
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