Manager, Consulting

Join to apply for the Manager, Consulting - Farm Management role at MNP Make an impact with our Farm Management Consulting team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals intuitively understands the evolving challenges and opportunities of Farm Management. As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide comprehensive analysis, strategic guidance and action planning that empowers clients to achieve their vision while balancing current needs with future goals. 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 Lead the proposal, planning and delivery of consulting engagements with a focus on strategy and planning services in the private, public, not‑for‑profit and Indigenous sectors Execute business planning, feasibility studies, strategic planning, operational planning, program review, program re‑designs, financial analysis and other forms of management consulting Understand and translate customer needs into a practical business solution to enable long‑term success Design new business processes and operating models based on customer requirements and conduct user review sessions and run stakeholder agreement meetings Manage engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials (budgets, WIP, timely billing, collection, variance recognition) Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients; ensure needs are met and relationships grow and develop Monitor progress, manage risk and confirm key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes. Generate new business opportunities and develop long‑term client relationships and networks Consult with clients to understand the impact of disruption on the work, worker and workplace and help them define their ambition and strategy for transforming the workplace of the future. Review, design and develop high‑quality deliverables including reports, presentations and other correspondence 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 and lead the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews Identify and solve problems using analysis, experience and judgement and provide meaningful solutions and expertise. Organize and communicate information in compelling ways, including developing deliverables and facilitating meetings and working sessions Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary Skills and Experience Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, economics, political science or other related field 5 years of business consulting experience, ideally focused on transformation, operational improvement, and/or value creation CMC, PMP, Lean or other related certifications are considered an asset Demonstrates a strong modelling (operational, financial) background Working knowledge of farm enterprises, primary producer and/or agri‑business is preferred Experience working in an agriculture environment is preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience in business and practice development Demonstration of advanced project management skills and tactics Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders and levels of management in individual and group facilitation sessions Prosci Change Management or other recent change management certification and/or Certified Management Consultant Certification are assets Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries Accounting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MNP by 2×. #J-18808-Ljbffr