International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board Technical Expert

1 week ago


Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada International Federation of Accountants Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Technical Expert in International Public Sector Accounting Standards. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining public sector financial and sustainability reporting standards.

As a leader in this field, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced volunteer board members from around the world, identifying and diagnosing complex problems and developing global, public interest-oriented solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop standards and guidance that are clear and concise and that adhere to internal protocols.
  2. Lead presentations of agenda papers at public IPSASB meetings and other forums as appropriate and participate in discussions and working groups.
  3. Steer projects through the steps required to gain global confidence in the quality of outputs, including discussions of the IPSASB, IPSASB Consultative Advisory Group, National Public Sector Standard Setters, and the Public Interest Committee.
  4. Work as a member of the staff leadership team to support volunteers in a dynamic, collaborative, multi-cultural, and collegial environment.
  5. Engage with stakeholders such as governments, regulators, standard setters, accountancy firms, governance groups, and professional accountancy organizations around the world, as appropriate.
  6. Serve as a key contact for one or more of the Board's liaison and outreach activities with key stakeholder groups.
  7. Manage staff team members, including coaching and development.
Requirements
  1. Knowledge of issues relating to technical accounting and/or sustainability reporting.
  2. Direct experience in standard-setting or public sector accounting/financial management/sustainable development experience is required, including the preparation of public sector financial reports or the audit of public sector entities.
  3. Knowledge of either IPSAS or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) is desirable.
  4. Sustainability reporting experience is highly desirable.
  5. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential – knowledge of another language is desirable.
  6. Excellent technical and project management skills and strong computer literacy are required.
  7. Experience leading complex projects, including managing and collaborating with others to meet project goals and deadlines.
  8. At a minimum, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or other relevant field.
  9. 5 years of directly related work experience and 10+ years of professional experience.
  10. Professional accounting designation or other relevant professional certification desirable.
What We Offer

A competitive compensation package will be offered. IFAC and the IPSASB are an equal employment/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.



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