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Financial and business reporting

Financial management

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Risk management

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Performance management

Risk management

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Proficient

ACCA members with a minimum of 3 years’ experience gained during the journey to qualification. At this career level you are usually expected to have some post qualification experience where you build further on the Insight, Drive and Collaboration skills needed to succeed.

Expert

ACCA members/fellows with considerable post qualification experience with a breadth and depth of exposure to a variety of scenarios. At this career level, you are likely to be managing a team or function, or progressing strongly in a specialist area of expertise.

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Performance management

Responsibilities

Delivers financial information, tools, analysis and insight across the organisation; assesses, evaluates and implements management accounting and performance management systems.

I identify emerging developments in performance and management accounting, integrating those developments into the behaviours and actions of the organisation.

I establish the organisation's strategic planning and performance management structures, systems and policies and monitor their effectiveness to support the organisation's sustainability and long-term goals.

I interpret and report to key stakeholders on the performance of the organisation, providing insights and appropriate recommendations.

I direct organisational performance through the selection of critical success factors (CSFs) based on the organisational strategic plan and advise on appropriate measurement methods.

I consult on the design and use of current and emerging technology and information systems to improve strategic decision-making and organisational performance.

I evaluate the impact of external and internal factors and the changing environment on the organisation’s risk appetite, strategy, direction and performance.

I consult on the organisation's policies relating to sustainability and embed them within the performance management framework.

Continuing professional development at ACCA

A commitment to life-long learning is a vital part of your ACCA membership; it unlocks the full potential of your career choices - and drives forward the profession.

We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard in your chosen specialism.

So, get started (or restarted) and take a look at our curated list of the most relevant CPD resources to help you develop your career in this specialism. 

units 25

Online course

Advanced financial modeler from the financial modeling institute

Financial modeling plays an integral part in business decision making, with modelers informing key transactions and critical business decisions. Being able to validate your learning with an accreditation allows you to demonstrate technical modeling skills most valued by employers.

The financial modelling institute (FMI) is the only financial modeling accreditation body in the world. The FMI exists to create and uphold international industry best practices with respect to financial modeling skills. Through its exams and accreditations, the FMI allows candidates, employers and the broader community to recognise true ability in financial modeling.

The advanced financial modeler (AFM) is the FMI’s first level of accreditation. Only candidates who demonstrate the required level of proficiency in the AFM exam can successfully achieve the AFM accreditation, and show validated expertise in financial modeling.

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(Member discount)
units 21

Online course

Business performance management pick 'n' mix bundle

Do you understand the key drivers of your organisation's success? Are you tracking the right KPI's? Whether you are working inside an organisation or as a professional advisor, you can add value to your role by focusing your learning and development on performance management.

Create your pick 'n' mix bundle from a range of bestselling courses:

  • business performance management
  • the finance business partner
  • key performance indicators
  • KPIs for SMEs
  • KPI progress meetings
  • lean process improvement
  • operational cost savings and efficiencies
  • profitability: six questions that will change your business.
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units 4

Online course

KPI progress meetings

Key to successful business is to continue to improve performance. But how can you measure how your business is doing and identify areas for improvement? The answer is well-facilitated KPI progress meetings.

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and techniques you need to plan, structure and deliver effective KPI progress meetings. You'll gain an understanding of the basics of facilitation, and the key tools to use to engage participants, help them analyse performance and develop ideas for improvement.

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How does the ACCA Qualification develop the skills required to succeed in this specialism?

From a combination of exams, ethics and experience, the ACCA Qualification will boost your employability and performance at every stage of your career journey.

Here we have listed some elements of the ACCA Qualification that will help you develop the skills and knowledge required to perform at the highest standard in this specialism.

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