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Length: 800 – 1050 words, plus learning experience nominations Identify three employment opportunities that fit with your future status as a graduating Murdoch student. [3 job advertisements]

Option A: formally advertised roles To structure your inquiry, you should: • Introduce the advertisements and explain why you have chosen them • Analyse each advertisement (200-250 words per advertisement) and: o Identify the employability skills that are required for each one o Analyse the description and the selection criteria if they are available. o How important are employability skills in the context of the advertisement? o How are they applied in the context of each job? • Write a summary of the commonalities across all three advertisements, highlighting the employability skills most valued in the advertisements you analysed (150-200 words). • Identify what evidence you would need to gather to demonstrate them in practice (50-100 words). • Select three learning experiences. Choose each one to help you to develop three of the employability skills that you identified as necessary for your future career. Nominate all of the learning experience you are engaging with, following the instructions provided in PebblePad.

1st Job Advertisement APAC Accountant – Spotify We are looking for a highly self-motivated Accountant (APAC) who has the ability to develop and grow into various roles as the business expands. This role will be a key member of the APAC Hub team and is based in Singapore. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone sought growth and challenges in one of the most exciting & innovative tech companies, in one of the fastest growing regions, and strongly aligned to innovative, candid, passionate, collaborative and energetic values in Spotify’s Band Manifesto . The APAC Accountant will initially be responsible for APAC expenses accounting operations, ensure that corporate accounting requirements are met, strong internal controls are in place and drive continuous improvements in efficiency and processes. As the first point of contact with our internal customers on expenses, you will have a significant impact on our ability to meet SLA’s and a right first time approach will be critical to our service delivery. You will also be required to support other finance functions in APAC Hub such as Accounts Payable (AP), Record to Report (RTR) or Payroll functions as needed. Audition for this role if you are a hand on & versatile teammate who work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment, deal with ambiguity & adapt to changes quickly, and be able to independently handle issues across various functional teams. What You Will Do 

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Responsible for full spectrum of expense functions which includes data collections, generating and posting journal entries, performing account reconciliations, issues management, etc Handle workflow and outsourced service providers to ensure consistent, accurate and timely processing of expenses in accordance with company policies and procedures, and in compliance with local statutory and tax requirements Review work done by outsourced service providers, provide feedback to improve work quality & efficiencies, and handle issues from/into the outsourced service providers Handle internal customers requests that are outside the scope of services contracted with outsourced service providers; handle incoming issues/rework, ensuring that confidence of the customer is maintained and customer happiness goals are achieved Provide support to APAC Hub team members on AP, RTR or Payroll operations as needed Perform assigned accounts reconciliation, fluxes and follow up on key issues Supervise critical metrics to ensure process improvement opportunities are identified and can be implemented. Support external and internal audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility and help develop/refine accounting processes and procedures Work cross functionally on policies, processes, and help drive key initiatives and methodologies

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Participate in night calls depending on global/regional projects or regular syncs as needed, with flexible work arrangements; no or minimum travel is required Take on responsibilities or projects as needed to expand skill sets and experiences to develop and grow into other finance roles

Who You Are          

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related finance field degree; CPA or CA or ACCA qualification preferred. Minimum of 3 years of accounting or audit experience at a global or regional organization Experience with major ERP system required (e.g. Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) Technically proficient with web applications and MS Office (strong Excel skills) Strong analytical and communication skills across all levels Proficiency in English, oral and written; additional Asian languages would be an advantage Excellent time and self-management skills, meticulous, and able to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines required. Quick learner, service-oriented, process focused, versatile and great teammate High degree of integrity, and ability to deal sensitively with confidential material Proven track record to succeed in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment

You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens. Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service with a community of more than 320 million users.

2nd Job Advertisement https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=2346275014&pivotType=jymbii Accountant – Foodpanda Do you love food and convenience put together? Then you just might love Foodpanda. Foodpanda is the leading, on-demand food delivery company in Singapore, bringing thousands of your best loved restaurants online into your home or office - fast! We’re all about bringing on the smartest folks as we continue to grow with an “all hands-on deck” environment and hire those who can thrive in a start-up culture. We are looking for a highly-driven and motivated Accountant to join our Singapore finance team. If you are looking to join the finance team of a rapidly growing company and gain value-added experience and exposure, this may be the place for you! This role will be based in Singapore and will report to the Finance Manager. Responsibilities:  Support in month-end closing activities and take responsibility of systems reconciliation to ensure accurate and timely reporting  Safeguarding of cash-on-delivery to compliance with MAS regulations  Assists in implementing the day-to-day functions of billing department. Ensure accuracy and completeness of invoice billing and payment  Develop a strong understanding of finance processes include but not limited to billing. Proactively involved in process improvement  To be Involved in implementation and data migration of SAP system. Tidy up AR balances to ensure entries are posted correctly in the system and follow up on dunning process  Collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization to ensure daily finance operations running efficiently  Work with accounting team to support in year-end audit and liaise with external advisors when necessary  Ensure compliance to group accounting policies, audit, tax and other statutory requirements  Manage various financial topics and provide ad-hoc support to the finance team Requirements:  Minimum 4 to 5 years of experience in finance/accounting preferably from audit firm/inhouse role  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field  CIMA/ACCA/CPA/ACA qualifications are required  Knowledge in MAS regulations is a plus  Highly proficient in advanced Excel (e.g. Pivot Tables, vLookups etc.) & SAP system  Background in fast-paced, entrepreneurial, startup/technology environments is a plus  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical abilities  Ability to work well under pressure, detail-oriented and employs a proactive approach to problem-solving  Positive working attitude, demonstrate good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team

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offer: Challenging and fulfilling steep learning curve Vibrant, dynamic & international workplace Chances to rotate job function within finance department Periodic fun & engaging company events & team activities Tasty Thursdays Birthday Leave Work Anniversar(ies) Leave Compatively flexible working time Opportunity to be a value-adding contributor to this fast-growing global company

3rd Job Advertisement https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=2351002620&pivotType=jymbii Manager, Accounting – Paypal Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives PayPal’s 286 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways, whether they are online, on a mobile device, in an app, or in person. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies. Job Description Summary: The Finance Manager is a key member of the International Controllership team, responsible for maintaining and driving controllership rigor and discipline and ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance across Thailand and other SEA entities in the International region. This role reports to the Singapore Finance Manager and is based in Singapore International HQ. This position will work closely with regional finance stakeholders in tax and treasury and Accounting COE for setting up and running controllership governance processes to support business growth in these markets. For the Thailand Market, Paypal is setting up domestic payment processing services as per the new payment license requirements. This position will be a key stakeholder in the core Finance project team responsible for providing inputs during the design and setup phase and ensuring sustainable tax, treasury and accounting processes aligned to local requirements to support business growth. Job Description: Accounting and Financial governance      

Preparation of monthly financial reports and analytics to support a structured risk-based monthly financial review Work closely with shared services team to ensure transactions are recorded in compliance with US GAAP & IFFRS Ensure regular review of account reconciliations including follow up and closure of open items Ensure timely completion of statutory audits for all entities Review business processes to improve/ strengthen internal controls and track remediation of control deficiencies Work closely with tax, transfer pricing and Intercompany teams to ensure tax structure is appropriately operationalized

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Ensure compliance with local regulatory reporting to statistical and commercial bureaus Liaise with tax team to ensure timely tax and VAT filings Liaising with local tax bureau officials in Singapore and support all data requirements for their reviews

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Playing the role of a key stakeholder providing inputs during the build phase. Ensuring sustainable processes and controls are setup to support new product introduction in local markets. Playing a key role in the GEM – Entity Management team to ensure new regulations and changes are incorporated and operationalized in a timely manner to support growth

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HQ Financial systems group and accounting group International Shared Services group Direct and Indirect tax teams International Controllership team Business FP&A and marketing teams External auditors

Basic Qualifications Person Specification - Qualifications/Experience/Skills /Competencies        

Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited university CPA or CA qualification preferred Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS 4-5 years of relevant experience in accounting Experience with audit procedures and SOX compliance requirements Prior working experience in a Big4 audit firm preferred Prior working experience in local Thailand companies preferred Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office software tools, especially advanced MS excel skills

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Strong English speaking and writing skills

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Fluency in Thai language, oral and writing skills Some knowledge in indirect tax, corporate income tax and transfer pricing Good business partnering skills working with various people across different organizations both internal as well as external Able to drive changes to improve processes

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Experience of working in industry within a regulated environment Experience in banking and financial services industry Interest in e-commerce

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Familiar with use of SAP system and BW tools

We're a purpose-driven company whose beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We hold ourselves to our One Team Behaviors which demand that we hold the highest ethical standards, to empower an open and diverse workplace, and strive to treat everyone who is touched by our business with dignity and respect. Our employees challenge the status quo, ask questions, and find solutions. We want to break down barriers to financial empowerment. Join us as we change the way the world defines financial freedom. PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We are looking for a highly self-motivated Accountant (APAC) who has the ability to develop and grow into various roles as the business expands. This role will be a key member of the APAC Hub team and is based in Singapore. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone sought growth and challenges in one of the most exciting & innovative tech companies, in one of the fastest growing regions, and strongly aligned to innovative, candid, passionate, collaborative and energetic values in Spotify’s Band Manifesto . The APAC Accountant will initially be responsible for APAC expenses accounting operations, ensure that corporate accounting requirements are met, strong internal controls are in place and drive continuous improvements in efficiency and processes. As the first point of contact with our internal customers on expenses, you will have a significant impact on our ability to meet SLA’s and a right first time approach will be critical to our service delivery. You will also be required to support other finance functions in APAC Hub such as Accounts Payable (AP), Record to Report (RTR) or Payroll functions as needed. Audition for this role if you are a hand on & versatile teammate who work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment, deal with ambiguity & adapt to changes quickly, and be able to independently handle issues across various functional teams. What You Will Do 

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Responsible for full spectrum of expense functions which includes data collections, generating and posting journal entries, performing account reconciliations, issues management, etc Handle workflow and outsourced service providers to ensure consistent, accurate and timely processing of expenses in accordance with company policies and procedures, and in compliance with local statutory and tax requirements Review work done by outsourced service providers, provide feedback to improve work quality & efficiencies, and handle issues from/into the outsourced service providers Handle internal customers requests that are outside the scope of services contracted with outsourced service providers; handle incoming issues/rework, ensuring that confidence of the customer is maintained and customer happiness goals are achieved Provide support to APAC Hub team members on AP, RTR or Payroll operations as needed Perform assigned accounts reconciliation, fluxes and follow up on key issues Supervise critical metrics to ensure process improvement opportunities are identified and can be implemented. Support external and internal audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility and help develop/refine accounting processes and procedures Work cross functionally on policies, processes, and help drive key initiatives and methodologies Participate in night calls depending on global/regional projects or regular syncs as needed, with flexible work arrangements; no or minimum travel is required Take on responsibilities or projects as needed to expand skill sets and experiences to develop and grow into other finance

roles Who You Are          

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related finance field degree; CPA or CA or ACCA qualification preferred. Minimum of 3 years of accounting or audit experience at a global or regional organization Experience with major ERP system required (e.g. Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) Technically proficient with web applications and MS Office (strong Excel skills) Strong analytical and communication skills across all levels Proficiency in English, oral and written; additional Asian languages would be an advantage Excellent time and self-management skills, meticulous, and able to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines required. Quick learner, service-oriented, process focused, versatile and great teammate High degree of integrity, and ability to deal sensitively with confidential material Proven track record to succeed in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment

You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens. Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fa...