Position Overview:
WLP Academy is looking for a skilled and experienced Accounting/Finance Trainer to join our team. The Trainer will play a key role in providing top-notch training, ensuring adult learners achieve effective learning outcomes and assessments. This role demands a strong commitment to upholding assessment integrity while contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and dedicated to promoting a culture of excellence.
Training Delivery:
- Participate in curriculum improvements and deliver course content in alignment with WLP’s curriculum and learning standards.
- Facilitate manual and digital assessments to evaluate and track learner performance and progress.
- Ensure learners meet the specified course learning objectives through engaging and effective teaching methods.
- Conduct engaging, practical training sessions (in-person, virtual, or hybrid).
- Adapt delivery style to suit different audience types (e.g., professionals, entrepreneurs, junior staff).
- Encourage participant interaction, learning, and real-world application.
- Provide practical exercises and simulations in Xero for hands-on learning.
- Stay updated with changes in Xero features and incorporate them into training.
Assessment Integrity:
- Uphold the highest standards of assessment integrity, ensuring that assessments follow WSQ guidelines and internal policies.
- Ensure that all assessment questions are marked, and learners' answers are accurately evaluated.
- Verify that all questions are answered and attempted by learners. Incomplete responses should not be marked as “pass.”
- Conduct and properly document oral recovery sessions, ensuring transparency and consistency.
- Prevent instances of “flashing” answers and address any behaviors that compromise assessment integrity.
- Ensure incorrect answers are not marked as "pass"; only correct answers aligned with the assessment criteria should be considered.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Complete and submit Assessment Summary Records (ASRs) and other required documentation in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, and learner-related data.
- Ensure that all training materials remain up-to-date and relevant in accordance with industry standards.
Learner Support and Engagement:
- Provide constructive feedback on assessments and offer guidance for learners to improve.
- Address learner concerns professionally, promoting a supportive and positive learning environment.
- Foster inclusivity and respect in the classroom, ensuring equal learning opportunities for all students.
Requirements
- ACLP (Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance) or ACTA (Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment) certification is required.
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA) is a plus.
- At least 3–5 years of practical accounting experience.
- Proficient in Xero or other cloud accounting software.
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Prior training or teaching experience is highly desirable.
- Ability to simplify complex financial concepts for diverse learners.