Technical and Training Manager

Posted 15 April by eFinancialCareers

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My client is a top 20 Practice firm, they excited to introduce this newly-established role aimed at bolstering the delivery of top-notch training across all levels, from trainees to partners.

We offer an engaging and diverse workload, promising potential advancement for the ideal candidate. We seek someone who can immediately contribute in terms of technical prowess and training fundamentals, with the potential to take charge of their own domains once their skills are demonstrated.

Responsibilities of the Technical & Training Manager role include:

.Coordinating a comprehensive technical training program firm-wide, catering to both qualified and trainee staff while ensuring uniformity across all offices.
.Monitoring Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for qualified audit and accounts staff, and coordinating with CPD providers.
.Collaborating with the Learning and Development team to organize and facilitate training sessions.
.Researching content for firm-wide dissemination.
.Crafting technical training materials for both trainee development and CPD programs in audit and financial reporting.
.Delivering training sessions and providing guidance as needed, both in-person and online.
.Sourcing specialized training when necessary.
.Assisting in organizing and delivering director/RI drop-in sessions.
.If required, supporting the audit and accounts technical query helpdesk, offering advice on UK GAAP, IFRS, and audit-related matters.
.Providing support, as needed, for national events like the national audit conference.
Essential Knowledge Base:

.Familiarity with UK GAAP, IFRS, auditing standards, the FRC Ethical Standard, and the Companies Act 2006.
.Proficiency in IT, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Desirable Knowledge Base:

.Understanding of listed company reporting requirements.
.Knowledge of LLPs, Charities, and Pension schemes.
.Familiarity with accounts and audit software, preferably CCH.

Essential Skills:

.Confident interaction with senior personnel, including Partners.
.Strong training and presentation skills, with a willingness to deliver technical material to colleagues across the firm.
.Proficiency in technical writing, preparing training materials and briefings.
.Problem-solving ability, especially concerning standards application.
.Risk awareness and the ability to deliver challenging messages when necessary.
Capacity to manage multiple assignments independently.
.ACA/ACCA Qualified

Desirable Skills:
.Experience in delivering technical training material.

Reference: 52479901

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