Learning & Development Manager, Assurance & Advisory

Baker Tilly GWD; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly GWD LLP seeks a professional to design and deliver comprehensive accounting training programs. This role involves collaborating with team leaders and stakeholders to create high-quality learning resources, ensuring alignment with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in accounting and a passion for training and development.

Benefits

Merit-based promotions

Individual performance-based annual bonuses

Professional development budget

Two additional weeks of paid time off

Three paid days off to volunteer

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in accounting, focusing on compliance and financial reporting.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering effective training.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver inclusive learning and development programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure training aligns with industry best practices.
• Conduct training sessions for new hires and current staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Training and development methodologies

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting or business

Tools

CaseWare

TaxPrep

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Baker Tilly GWD LLP is a leading midsize accounting firm with offices in Guelph and Elora. Locally owned, we make an impact with value-added accounting, advisory, audit and tax services.

We serve clients at all stages of their development from emerging and owner-managed businesses to large private companies, not-for-profit organizations, professionals, and individuals. We have a long-standing reputation of providing high quality personalized services across a broad range of industries.

Outside our two offices, we also draw on the specialty services provided across the Baker Tilly Canada network, and globally through our affiliation with Baker Tilly International. This offers the best of both worlds with the ability to be part of an independent firm and take your career further with the potential for unlimited growth.

We have ambitious plans and are creating dozens of opportunities for talented individuals to join our growing team. We recognize that our success goes hand in hand with the success of our people and are striving to create a firm that everyone wants to work at! Our commitment to this goal was recognized by winning the CWCC 2021 Employer of the Year award.

We encourage everyone to Be True to their values and ambitions by :

Driving your own potential :

• Merit-based promotions and uncapped growth opportunities;
• Individual performance-based annual bonuses;
• Professional development budget; and
• Dedicated Coach to support development and career advancement.

Enjoying more time away from the office and work-life balance :

• Two additional weeks of paid time off during the Summer months;

Giving back to the community :

• Three paid days off to volunteer;
• Local charitable initiatives; and
• A commitment to help you achieve your personal goals outside work.

If you are keen to be part of a collaborative and supportive team we want to hear from you!

Job Description Summary :

This position involves designing and delivering comprehensive accounting training programs and resources that address the needs of the firm and evolution of the profession.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Work closely with Team Leaders, HR, and key stakeholders as needed to design, develop, and deliver inclusive, high quality, sustainable learning and development programs and resources.
• Ensure training aligns with career paths, industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with external training providers, industry associations, and regulatory bodies.
• Consult with Baker Tilly Canada Professional Practice to leverage nationally produced professional practice resources.
• Stay current with changes in accounting and auditing standards, and professional ethics.
• Conduct new hire and current staff training sessions both in person / on site and virtually.
• Assess the effectiveness of training programs and utilize feedback to make continuous improvements.
• Develop and maintain knowledge libraries including standardized notes to financial statements and guidance on application of new accounting and assurance pronouncements.
• Implement and administrator the firms Learning Management System.

Technical Skills :

• Technical knowledge can be in any one or more of Audit, Financial Reporting, Tax or Corporate Finance.
• Management of audit engagements.
• Experience with design and testing of internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting and tax software (e.g., CaseWare, TaxPrep).
• Experience in learning management system (LMS) implementation and administration is an asset.

Qualifications & Attributes :

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or business required.
• Experience in an accounting role at a public accounting firm required.
• 5 years experience in accounting, with a focus on compliance and financial reporting.
• You have a proven experience in designing and delivering engaging and effective training.
• Strong knowledge of training and development methodologies, adult learning principles, tools, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills, and excellent communications.
• Ability to deliver responsibilities and make decisions with minimal direct supervision.
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to take initiative for own learning and development.

Baker Tilly GWD LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment. We recognize the strength of diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request through our recruitment and selection process. Please contact us at if you require accommodation.

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