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Skills required :
general business interest and awareness
self-motivation and commitment, in order to combine study while working
communication and interpersonal skills
organisational and time management skills
a methodical approach
IT proficiency
strong analytical and problem-solving skills
numeracy
leadership qualities and effective teamworking skills
motivation and initiative
integrity and trustworthiness.
Job Description:
manage financial systems and budgets
undertake financial audits (an independent check of an organisation’s financial position)
provide financial advice
liaise with individuals or businesses and provide financial information and advice
review the company’s systems and analyse risk
perform tests to check financial information and systems
advise on tax planning (within current legislation to enable them to minimize their tax liability) and tax issues associated with activities such as business acquisitions and mergers
maintain accounting records and prepare accounts and management information
advise on business transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions
counsel clients on areas of business improvement, or dealing with insolvency
detect and prevent fraud
manage junior colleagues
liaise with internal and external auditors (where applicable) and deal with any financial irregularities as they arise
produce reports and recommendations following internal audits or public sector audits
prepare financial statements, including monthly and annual accounts
arrange financial management reports, including financial planning and forecasting
advise on tax and treasury issues
negotiate terms with suppliers.
