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IFRS Project Accountant

Employer
Michael Page
Location
England, London
Salary
Up to GBP60600 per annum
Closing date
23 Aug 2022

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Sector
Regulatory
Salary band
£60,000 - £70,000
Hours
Full Time
Where will they be working?
Hybrid - mostly home
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Job Details

As an IFRS Project Manager you will work in a small project team to influence and contribute to the development of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), assessing them for adoption in the UK and ensuring that they are fit for purpose for use by UK companies.

Client Details

This organisation sets the UK Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes as well as UK standards for accounting and auditing work.

Description

The role involves contributing to allocated projects. This may include projects that are part of the IASB's due process, involve the assessment of new or amended IFRS for UK endorsement or research projects.

The role involves:

  • Following the IASB's discussions, assisting with the analysis of the IASB's proposals and decisions, as well as assisting with identifying issues and concerns and the development of solutions and technical arguments to support the analysis.
  • Preparing and presenting high-quality technical papers, as part of a project team and under the supervision of the Technical Director, and revising as appropriate, within project deadlines.
  • Assisting with the gathering of desk-based evidence and assessing stakeholders' views on the project, using formal and informal means as appropriate through-out the project.
  • Preparing or providing input for impact assessments appropriate to the stage of the project.
  • Helping prepare and participating in presentations to stakeholders.

Profile

  • A relevant professional qualification (such as ACA or ACCA).
  • Knowledge of the financial reporting environment of listed companies and a demonstrable interest in IFRS.
  • Ideally, experience in technical accounting work or the ability to demonstrate a clear interest in these activities.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and deliver to tight deadlines.
  • Candidates with experience working with the financial services or insurance sector are particularly welcome.

Job Offer

  • Salary £60,600
  • 30 days annual leave plus ability to buy extra leave.
  • Generous employer pension contribution.
  • A strong work/life balance ethos.
  • Hybrid working.

Company

Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.

We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.

Michael Page has pioneered a unique, consultative approach to recruitment, enabling us to find the best fit between our client’s needs and the candidate’s experience and abilities. With an emphasis on delivering results and establishing long-term relationships, our consultants waive commission in favour of quarterly profit share – that means impartial career advice and an entire team pulling together on your behalf.

Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 164 offices in 34 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package.

We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career. Take this opportunity to browse our accounting, tax and treasury jobs to find out more about our specific expertise:
• Industry and commerce
• Financial services
• Public and not-for-profit
• Taxation
• Specialist markets
• Treasury
• Newly qualified ACA

Alternatively, if you're looking to hire, please send us a job brief or get in touch to find out how our track record could add value to your recruitment process”

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