Manager, External Financial Advisory

ACCA Careers; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension plan with 4% matching

4 paid personal days

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Job summary

MNP is seeking a Manager for External Financial Advisory in Calgary, Canada. You will lead client engagements, oversee financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting, while guiding a team of analysts and collaborating with executives to drive performance.

Join a culture focused on entrepreneurial problem solving, diversified client work, and strong career development through mentorship and a broad benefits program.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required and related finance/accounting education completed.
• 5+ years progressive experience in accounting or finance with management.
• Experience in financial reporting, variance analysis and management reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/data tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee deliverables: financial reporting packages, models, cash flow forecasts, budgets and process improvements.
• Serve as primary contact for key client relationships; provide actionable financial insights and strategic recommendations.
• Build dynamic financial models for cash flow forecasting, budgeting, capital raises and valuations.
• Identify new business opportunities; support proposals and client pitches.
• Drive operational excellence within the EFA team and mentor analysts.

Skills

Strategic advisory

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Client relationship management

Education

CPA designation

Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Admin degree

Tools

Power BI

QuickBooks

Xero

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our External Financial Advisory team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals directly contributes to the success of the firm by supporting external clients. As a trusted advisor, you’ll ensure the efficient and effective operation of our business.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of key deliverables: oversee the preparation of financial reporting packages, financial models, cash flow forecasts and budgets, and business process improvement recommendations
• Strategic client advisory: serve as the primary point of contact for key client relationships, providing actionable financial insights and high-level strategic recommendations that drive business performance. Collaborate with the clients’ executive teams to align financial strategies with business goals.
• Financial modelling and forecasting: build dynamic financial models for a range of purposes, including cash flow forecasting, budgeting, raising capital and valuations, enabling clients to make informed financial decisions
• Business development: take an active role in identifying new business opportunities and expanding our client base by attending local networking events and developing your presence in the professional community. Supporting proposal development and client pitches to secure new engagements.
• Operational excellence: continuously improve internal processes within the EFA team, ensuring optimal resource allocation, workflow efficiency, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with senior leadership to refine and grow our service offerings.
• Mentorship and leadership: lead and mentor a team of financial analysts and senior financial analysts, assisting in their professional growth through coaching, performance evaluations, and development plans.

Skills And Experience

• CPA designation
• Completion of a degree in finance, accounting, economics or business administration
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including management experience
• Experience with financial reporting, including financial statement review, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Familiarity with financial statement modeling, including proficiency in using advanced Excel functions, is considered an asset
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero), ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) or data analysis tools (Power BI) is considered an asset
• Travel may be required for client visits and business development activities

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!