Job Description:

About The Association​

At The Association, our impact is global. We help people build and grow careers that improve their lives, help communities succeed, and help countries build strong economies. Together, we lead the most influential body of professional accountants and shape the future of the global accounting profession.

Summary of Role:

Write engaging, compelling long-form content that fulfills the requirements of the target audience.  Provide well-researched written content through a variety of mediums, translating technical content into well-understood information utilizing our organizational tone of voice and writing style.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Write engaging, informative long-form content to attract an audience, engage their sustained attention, and demonstrate the Association’s ability to solve their problem


• Write various long-form content such as: blogs; articles; annual report; video scripts with running time 10+ minutes; case studies; brochures; interviews; interactive content; thought leadership papers; magazine articles; bylined articles, newsletters; etc.


• Pay attention to search engine optimization (SEO) and keywords to reach a target audience and attract new readers; drive organic traffic


• Write content to meet requirements of the content brief​, applying brand and technical expertise to expert stakeholders and lay audiences


• Investigate aspects of brief and develop follow-up questions/requirements/input/feedback for successful output


• Utilize the Association style of writing to create easily understood pieces of written information


• Research content topics as needed


• Brainstorm concepts and translate to on-brand content


• Work closely with editing colleagues and freelancers to ensure no disruption of writing and editing process ​

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Strong communication and writing skills


• Knowledge of search engine optimization and keywords


• Adherence to and accurate application of style guide


• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines on a consistent basis


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat


• Hands-on experience with business or financial long-form writing, including experience in an agency or in-house creative department


• Experience in reviewing copy, presenting concepts and negotiating stakeholder feedback


• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical and business subjects into engaging, understandable pieces


• Experience with writing across a variety of channels, in both print and digital formats


• Understanding of SEO tools and principles

Required Experience, Qualifications & Education:

• 3-5 years of experience in developing long-form content for a variety of marketing channels


• Required education: Bachelor’s degree in Communication, English, Journalism, Marketing, Business or related field

Preferred Experience, Qualifications & Education:

• Experience developing content within the accounting and/or finance industry 


• Journalism experience and experience in high-volume, fast-to-market writing environments

Who We Are

At The Association, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world’s most highly skilled accountants to stay relevant, meet today’s demands, and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges through quality education, resources, and training. ​

Learn more about The Association on LinkedIn and our Career Site. ​

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How We Support You ​

We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You’ll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.​

We offer benefit options that support your wellbeing, in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, and an employee assistance program. We provide tools and resources that support your mental health, and continuously evolve our offerings in order to meet your needs. ​

We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.​

Ready to help shape the future of the accounting profession at The Association? Apply today at https://us.aicpa.org/career.​

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