What sort of competences will accounting and financial management employers be looking for?
• Communication skills: When you are talking to a client, or presenting your ideas in a team meeting, clear, professional, effective and timely communication is extremely important. Recruiters look for applications that are well written and accurate – and answers that make best use of the word count. • Teamwork: Build and maintain positive working relationships; share information with others; support others and show respect for alternative views. • Commercial awareness: Demonstrate knowledge of the business you work in and the sectors you work with, know your employer and its competitors; understand key business issues. • Perseverance and motivation: Show determination to achieve an end result; demonstrate optimism and enthusiasm when things get tough. • Problem solving: Display a logical and analytical approach to problem solving; view problems from a number of angles. Leadership potential: Consider and identify what motivates others; lead by example. • Flexibility: Be prepared to lis
