Project Manager

Robert Walters - Interim Project Manager - Central Birmingham - 12 month FTC - £65,000

Position: Interim Project Manager

Location: Central Birmingham

Contract: 12 month FTC

Hours: Full time

Salary: £65,000

Role details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join a leading organisation in the financial reporting sector. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-profile projects, influence the development of international financial reporting standards, and engage with stakeholders on a global scale. The successful candidate will enjoy a flexible working arrangement, with a four-day per fortnight in-office requirement, and the ability to work from a central Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a passion for financial reporting and project management to make a significant impact in their field.

Responsibilities of the Interim Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in contributing to allocated projects, likely focusing on research projects but could also include projects that are part of the IASB's due process. You will be involved in researching existing material on project topics, following IASB's discussions, preparing high-quality technical papers for the Endorsement Board, and participating in presentations to stakeholders. Your ability to work effectively within a team and deliver results under tight deadlines will be key to your success in this role.

• Assist with researching existing material on project topics, including from other standard setters and relevant literature
• Follow IASB's discussions, assist with the analysis of IASB's proposals and decisions
• Prepare and present high-quality technical papers for the Endorsement Board as part of a project team
• Prepare or provide input for impact assessments appropriate to the stage of the project
• Help prepare and participate in presentations to stakeholders

What the successful candidate will bring

The ideal Project Manager will bring a wealth of knowledge from the financial reporting environment of listed companies, along with an interest in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). You will have experience in technical accounting work or standard-setting or relevant academic research. Your strong written and oral communication skills will enable you to interact effectively with stakeholders both within the UK and internationally. Your ability to work collaboratively within a team and deliver results under tight deadlines will be key to your success in this role.

• Possess a relevant professional qualification and at least two years post qualification experience or a higher degree with relevant academic experience
• Knowledge of the financial reporting environment of listed companies and a demonstrable interest in IFRS
• Experience in technical accounting work or standard-setting or relevant academic research
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with UK and international stakeholders
• Ability to work as part of a team and deliver to tight deadlines

What sets this company apart

Our client is a leading organisation in the financial reporting sector, serving the public interest by setting high standards of corporate governance, reporting and audit. They offer a flexible working arrangement, with a four-day per fortnight in-office requirement, and the ability to work from their central Birmingham office. They are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity, and they are a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme.

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