Consultant, Consulting - Farm Management Consulting

About the position

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. Make an impact with our Farm Management Consulting team as a Consultant. This diverse team of professionals intuitively understands the evolving challenges and opportunities of Farm Management. As a member of the team you will work with clients to collect financial and production information about their farm businesses. 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

  • Assist with the delivery of consulting engagements focused on agriculture, agribusiness and other related industry bodies and associations with a dynamic team of financial and agricultural professionals
  • Work directly with clients to develop positive working relationships
  • Plan and collect financial and other business information through interaction with clients and analysis of their reports and other information
  • Assist with the development of project plans and coordinate project logistics with clients and other stakeholders
  • Work collaboratively with the client engagement team
  • Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Requirements

  • Certificate or diploma in business administration or accounting
  • 1 year of full cycle bookkeeping experience
  • Ability to work without supervision and interview clients to collect business information
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience working in an agriculture environment is preferred
  • Working knowledge of farm enterprises, primary producer and/or agri-business is preferred
  • Experience working in a consulting and/or professional services environment is considered an asset

Benefits

  • 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
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