Manager, Learning & Professional Development

Baker Tilly Monteiro Heng PLT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Monteiro Heng PLT in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Manager of Learning & Professional Development to lead and enhance learning programmes for audit and assurance staff. The role covers training needs analysis, programme development and delivery, e-learning, CPD monitoring and continuous improvement of training initiatives.

Key responsibilities include managing LMS/CPD records, coordinating events, monitoring regulatory updates, developing materials with SMEs and driving innovative learning

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification preferred (MIA/ACCA/ICAEW/CPA).
• Minimum 7 years of audit and assurance experience; training/lecturing preferred.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills; able to engage audiences.
• Strong verbal and written English communication.
• Excellent planning, organisational and project management ability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement the annual training plan based on needs of the audit and assurance practice.
• Manage learning programmes for audit and assurance staff, including content development, delivery and evaluation.
• Deliver and facilitate technical and professional training for staff.
• Coordinate and facilitate L&D events and training activities.
• Prepare, review and enhance training materials with subject matter experts.
• Develop and enhance e-learning and technology-enabled learning solutions.
• Monitor developments in auditing standards and regulatory matters and update programmes.
• Manage LMS and CPD records for staff; ensure compliance documentation.
• Monitor CPD completion and support external registrations and providers.
• Coordinate training schedules, venues, trainers and external providers.
• Manage L&D budget for the practice and review related policies.
• Coordinate HRD Corp grants where applicable and ensure compliance.
• Evaluate effectiveness of learning programmes and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and drive innovative solutions.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Project management

English proficiency

Facilitation

Tech-savvy

Education

Accounting degree

Professional accounting qualification (MIA/ACCA/ICAEW/CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manager, Learning & Professional Development

Responsible for managing and enhancing learning programmes for audit and assurance staff. The role covers training needs identification, programme development and delivery, training content and e-learning development, CPD monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Firm’s learning and development initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and implement the annual training plan based on the technical, professional, regulatory and business needs of the audit and assurance practice.
• Manage learning programmes for audit and assurance staff, covering training needs identification, content development, delivery and evaluation.
• Deliver and facilitate technical and professional training for audit and assurance staff.
• Coordinate and facilitate L&D events and training activities, including event set-up and related arrangements.
• Prepare, review and enhance training materials, presentations, case studies, practical exercises and other learning resources, working with subject matter experts where appropriate.
• Enhance and implement recorded training and e-learning programmes, including interactive, animation-based and other technology-enabled learning solutions.
• Monitor developments in auditing, accounting standards, professional requirements and regulatory matters and incorporate relevant updates into training programmes.

Training Administration & CPD

• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) and maintain accurate training and CPD records for audit and assurance staff.
• Monitor mandatory training and CPD completion and maintain complete and accurate documentation for compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Manage external training registrations and monitor CPD compliance requirements for audit partners.
• Coordinate training schedules, venues, trainers and external training providers.
• Manage the L&D budget for the audit and assurance practice and monitor expenditure.
• Review and continuously improve L&D policies, procedures and documentation to ensure compliance with Firm requirements and promote best practices.
• Coordinate HRD Corp grant applications and claims, where applicable, and ensure compliance with relevant requirements.

Effectiveness & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of learning programmes using feedback, participation data and learning analytics, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with audit leadership and subject matter experts to identify training needs and develop appropriate learning solutions.
• Promote innovative and creative approaches to learning, including exploring new technologies and training methods.
• Contribute to L&D projects and other ad hoc assignments as required.

Job Requirements:

• A recognised degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (MIA/ACCA/ICAEW/CPA or equivalent) is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, with audit and assurance experience and prior experience in training or lecturing highly preferred.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to deliver engaging and effective training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong planning, organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with an interest in using technology and digital tools to enhance learning.
• Creative and innovative, with a growth mindset and willingness to embrace new approaches and change.
• Proactive and results-oriented team player, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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BAKER TILLY LSC, Chartered Accountants firm is founded by Dato George Lim and he design the firm to be innovative and delivering exceptional value to transform clients businesses.

20 years in the business, we are constantly asking ourselves if we are still "relevant" to our customer. Customers want more choices and require an integrated approach to solve their stagnant business growth, talent development and complex business processes.

In 2020, we changed our vision to “INNOVATIVE integrated Professional Services firm” with Mission in creating a sustainable business communities through innovative entrepreneurship. We can not live in a community which fail.

The future belongs to those who have dream and has passion to grow. Hence, we transform the workplace into coworking space, a beautiful place to foster innovation, implement professional educational program for technical development, weekly team coaching helping them to find a better way to turnaround the job, at the same time, uncompromise on the quality.

We aim to gather likeminded people to work together with us starting as an assistant and ultimately to become our partner to share success journeying together in one collaborative community of entrepreneurs.

Innovation come from Empathy. Customer centricity is our culture. Customer insight allows us to gather feedback to create value in our services to improve customer satisfaction.

To improve customer satisfaction, we are now using AI Audit Cloud Technology together workflow management tool allows us to work anywhere anytime to disrupt the old business model to improve the assets performance and drive efficiency.

Technology has changed our role in the industry. The role of accountant is changing. Customer demand more than just auditing and accounting.

BAKER TILLY LSC, Chartered Accountants firm is founded by Dato George Lim and he design the firm to be innovative and delivering exceptional value to transform clients businesses.

20 years in the business, we are constantly asking ourselves if we are still "relevant" to our customer. Customers want more choices and require an integrated approach to solve their stagnant business growth, talent development and complex business processes.

In 2020, we changed our vision to “INNOVATIVE integrated Professional Services firm” with Mission in creating a sustainable business communities through innovative entrepreneurship. We can not live in a community which fail.

The future belongs to those who have dream and has passion to grow. Hence, we transform the workplace into coworking space, a beautiful place to foster innovation, implement professional educational program for technical development, weekly team coaching helping them to find a better way to turnaround the job, at the same time, uncompromise on the quality.

We aim to gather likeminded people to work together with us starting as an assistant and ultimately to become our partner to share success journeying together in one collaborative community of entrepreneurs.

Innovation come from Empathy. Customer centricity is our culture. Customer insight allows us to gather feedback to create value in our services to improve customer satisfaction.

To improve customer satisfaction, we are now using AI Audit Cloud Technology together workflow management tool allows us to work anywhere anytime to disrupt the old business model to improve the assets performance and drive efficiency.

Technology has changed our role in the industry. The role of accountant is changing. Customer demand more than just auditing and accounting.