Senior Manager, Indigenous Economic Development and Major Projects

Mnp-; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MNP is seeking a Senior Manager to lead Indigenous economic development initiatives and major projects, delivering strategic financial insights and governance solutions for Indigenous communities, businesses, and organizations across Canada.

You will collaborate with community partners to reflect Indigenous values and long-term goals, while mentoring teams and driving business development in a dynamic advisory setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a senior role at an Indigenous economic development corporation, law, investment banking finance/accounting, financial modeling, or consulting.
• Degree in Business, Law, Finance, Indigenous Studies, or a related field.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations.
• CBV, CPA, CFA, or AFM and strong financial acumen considered an asset.
• Demonstration of advanced project management skills and tactics.
• Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic development initiatives with Indigenous communities, including investment analysis; partnership negotiation support; major project transaction negotiation; investment strategy development; economic development corporation re-structuring and development of associated governance tools
• Develop and interpret financial models to support informed decision making for investments and partnerships
• Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients; ensure needs are met and relationships grow and develop
• Support proposal development, client engagement, and business development activities
• Maintain high quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues or key risks relevant to the client's business
• Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial modeling

Relationship building

Project management

Business development

Education

Business / Law / Finance / Indigenous Studies

Job description

Senior Manager, Indigenous Economic Development and Major Projects

Make an impact as a strategic, community-focusedSenior Manager with our Indigenous Economic Development and Major Projects team.

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous Nations, businesses, and entrepreneurs in Canada. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients' unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As a trusted advisor, you'll provide expertise to empower Indigenous communities, organizations, businesses and individuals in navigating a dynamic social, political and economic environment.

You'll work closely with community partners to co-create solutions that reflect Indigenous values, priorities, and long-term goals. This is a dynamic opportunity to apply your financial expertise in a meaningful, community-driven context.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead economic development initiatives with Indigenous communities, including investment analysis; partnership negotiation support; major project transaction negotiation; investment strategy development; economic development corporation re-structuring and development of associated governance tools
• Develop and interpret financial models to support informed decision making for investments and partnerships
• Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients; ensure needs are met and relationships grow and develop
• Support proposal development, client engagement, and business development activities
• Maintain high quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues or key risks relevant to the client's business
• Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a senior role at an Indigenous economic development corporation, law, investment banking finance/accounting, financial modeling, or consulting
• Degree in Business, Law, Finance, Indigenous Studies, or a related field
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations
• CBV, CPA, CFA, or AFM and strong financial acumen considered an asset
• Demonstration of advanced project management skills and tactics
• Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills

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!