The Role

The role / impact

This role is crucial in enhancing our financial data capabilities by providing meticulous and insightful annotation of complex financial information. Your expertise will directly contribute to the development and improvement of advanced financial analysis tools and Q&A systems, ultimately empowering better strategic financial decision-making across the organization

You will leverage your deep understanding of accounting principles and financial instruments to ensure the accuracy and relevance of data used in critical financial applications. By interpreting and categorising nuanced financial information, you will help maintain the integrity of our data ecosystem

The team & how they connect

You will collaborate closely with Data/Applied scientists and engineers to refine annotation guidelines and improve the efficiency and quality of the annotation process. The team works as a coordinated unit to identify and flag inconsistencies or ambiguities within financial data, contributing to data cleansing and quality assurance efforts.

The team is currently working on / Initially, the role may focus on

• Precisely annotating intricate financial data, including financial statements, complex financial instruments, and strategic financial analyses.

• Interpreting and categorising nuanced financial information based on advanced accounting principles and industry best practices.

• Identifying and flagging inconsistencies within financial data to support data cleansing and quality assurance.

• Contributing to the evaluation and improvement of financial Q&A systems or advanced data analysis tools through accurate annotation.

  Where and how you can work

  This role requires a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting. We value progress over perfection and drive clarity, creating an environment where you can balance autonomy with the support of a collaborative team

Here are some of the things we are looking for, for this role

• Significant practical experience in accounting or bookkeeping is a must for this position.

• You bring an extensive understanding of advanced accounting principles and their practical application.

• A proven ability to interpret intricate financial data and identify key information is essential.

• You possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous approach to detail.

• Excellent communication skills are required, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly.

• Familiarity with financial Q&A systems, advanced data analysis tools, or data annotation is highly desirable.

Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team.