Lead Manager - CGMA University Initiatives

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

• High degree of customer service including the ability to problem-solve effectively.

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills.

• Ability to work smoothly and effectively with senior management, ASE team and other teams in organization to maintain alignment with Association strategic priorities.

• Ability to work with little direction in environment requiring structure and accountability.

• Ability to evaluate initiatives and projects and keep them on track.

• Exhibit high professional demeanour in dealing with various individuals at all levels of the organization and community.

• Ability to learn quickly on the job.

• Ability to work with faculty and students.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Ability to work in a team environment with changing priorities.

• Ability to travel to universities and conferences and other travel as needed.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Required Experience, Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, accounting, business or related area.

• 6 - 10 years of work experience in sales, communications, marketing, academic advising or other related area.

• Previous experience in project management.

Preferred Experience, Qualifications & Education: 

• Knowledge and/or experience in accounting education and/or the accounting profession.

• Experience in academic sales.

• Master’s in Business Administration, Accountancy, Communications or related field.

Job Impact:

This position will continue and grow the Association efforts to open CGMA in the United States. They will work with universities to embed CGMA into curricula or offer CGMA opportunities to their students. The position will be responsible for working with the ASE and CGMA teams to establish strategic goals and plans. KPIs will be specific to universities supporting CGMA and number of students signing up for the CGMA FLP in the U.S.

Contribution:

This position will directly impact the Association strategic priority of growing CGMA in the U.S. The position will be responsible for increasing numbers in the CGMA FLP and supporting increasing student membership numbers for the Association.  

Communication Complexities:

Communication will be primarily to university faculty and students regarding the CGMA designation and FLP in the form of conversations and presentations. Effective communication and understanding of the CGMA syllabus and FLP will also be required to support university embedding of the syllabus. Communication will also be in the form of presentations at academic, student and Association conferences as well as internally to the Association leadership,

Innovation / Problem Solving:

A high level of innovation and problem solving, working with the ASE and CGMA teams, will be required for this role. An ability to see issues related to implementation or resources needed and leading in solving issues or creating resources is critical.

Complexity:

The level of complexity is moderate for this role. It will require an understanding of other disciplines addressed in the CGMA syllabus. These can be learned if needed upon hiring. Also required as strong communications and sales abilities.

Breadth:

This role is primarily within the United States. However, the role will reside in the Global University and Faculty Center of Excellence which also support CGMA/CIMA faculty globally.

Why Work for Us?
At The Association, you are part of a global, diverse and talented group of colleagues. You have opportunities to innovate and collaborate in a leading organization that impacts individuals and businesses. You’ll have opportunities to progress while enjoying an exciting work environment that supports and celebrates individual achievement, development and professional satisfaction.

Together, we will lead the most influential body of professional accountants and create the future of the global accounting profession.

We offer competitive benefits, PTO, flexible working principles, and a supportive, collaborative team environment.