Senior Manager, Indigenous Economic Development and Major Projects

MNP; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Pension plan 4% matching

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

MNP University

Dress For Your Day

Social events

Job summary

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous Nations, businesses, and entrepreneurs in Canada. As a Senior Manager in Indigenous Economic Development and Major Projects, you will work with communities to apply financial expertise in a meaningful, community-driven context.

You’ll lead development initiatives, build investment models, negotiate partnerships and mentor teams while traveling as needed to support clients and partnerships.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a senior Indigenous economic development or related role.
• Degree in Business, Law, Finance, Indigenous Studies, or related field.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations.
• Professional designation (CBV/CPA/CFA/AFM) is an asset.
• Strong project management, leadership and relationship 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 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.
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial modeling

Relationship management

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Law/Indigenous Studies

Job description

Make an impact as a strategic, community-focused Senior 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!