ID# 23-2314 Location: Edmonton, AB

Reporting to the Partner group, the Senior Manager is responsible for the ongoing management of a number of engagements and is involved in firm management through specialty leadership projects. The Senior Manager enables Partners to be more effective in their roles, by assuming additional technical responsibilities wherever possible. Growth within the role may see the Senior Manager responsible for billings and/or signing off on engagements for a small book of business.

The Senior Manager will provide guidance, support and leadership to staff and plays a crucial role in their professional development. They are responsible for assisting in the transition of the new file preparer taking files that were previously prepared by other staff, and ensuring that the Senior Manager’s time will be dedicated to file review and continual staff development.

Influencing others is a major component of the role. This role requires clear presentation of ideas to Partners, staff and clients, through exceptional oral and written communication skills. The Senior Manager position requires sensitivity, flexibility and the ability to develop and maintain rapport with internal and external clients.

Problems are multi-dimensional, complex, and require depth and breadth of knowledge. Exceptional technical skills, sound judgment, flexibility and the ability to develop rapport and influence others internally are required.

Decision-making is based on firm and professional policies, procedures and standards. This includes adequacy of the quality and quantity of work on engagements, the methodologies to be used and appropriate solutions to complex issues. The Senior Manager will advise partners on the progress of engagements while managing client communications. Responsibility for decisions being made with respect to file work rests primarily with the Senior Manager, while the Partner plays an advisory role

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