Finance / Accounting Trainer (Freelance/Part Time)

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. • Delivery of Core Accounting Concepts: Double Entry, Accounting Standards & Accounting Cycle • Financial Statement Analysis: Guide learners on how to read and interpret the Profit & Loss (Statement of Comprehensive Income) and Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position). • Interpretation of financials: Teach calculation of key financial ratios (Current Ratio, ROI, Gross Margin) to assess business health. • Data Analytics & Visualization: Guide learners on extracting raw financial data and transforming it into actionable insights. • 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 financial statements analysis 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. • Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. • Prior training or teaching experience is highly desirable. • Ability to simplify complex financial concepts for diverse learners.