Innovation Leader, Financial Advisory Services Job Category

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Data Analytics

Requisition Number

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INNOV019309

Full-Time

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Description 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 Innovation & Insights team as an Innovation Leader, Financial Advisory Services. This diverse team of future-focused problem solvers works with key leaders across MNP to evaluate, prioritize, design, and execute on new products and services that will continually redefine and enhance how we serve our clients. As a trusted advisor, you’ll bring a passion for transformation and thrive on delivering next generation solutions that redefine the way MNP does business.

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 innovation initiatives from ideation through implementation while collaborating closely with Financial Advisory Services leaders, acting as a facilitator with key internal stakeholders and support teams including change enablement, technology development, data engineering and AI/ML teams

Define, operate, and continuously improve a structured and well governed innovation pipeline, including idea intake, evaluation, and prioritization





Identify opportunities to transform existing service offerings, engagement delivery models, internal processes, and business operations through AI, automation, analytics, and emerging technologies

Oversee and assess innovation business cases, ensuring consistent value logic, risk considerations, execution readiness, and quality prior to prioritization

Define, measure, and maintain the innovation value framework, including financial, operational, client, and risk‑adjusted metrics; providing stakeholders with transparent insight on realized value, adoption, and outcomes

Collaborate with Innovation and technology team members to refine proof of concepts and translating business outcomes into technical requirements

Act as a functional product owner throughout the development of emerging tools and capabilities.

Collaborate with teammates through mentoring and knowledge sharing, including facilitation of demo’s, lunch-and-learns, and innovation strategy presentations

Maintain ongoing professional development in emerging technologies (AI, automation, digital transformation)

Skills and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or a related field

At least 7 years of progressive experience in roles related to innovation, Data & AI, strategy, digital transformation,



or operational excellence

Deep familiarity with innovation frameworks such as design thinking, lean startup, and agile methodologies, as well as ability to facilitate workshops, and enable cross-functional collaboration

Experience within a professional services environment (e.g., consulting, legal, accounting) is an asset

Previous experience working within client-facing environments and understanding of client service delivery models

Experience with prototyping, piloting, and scaling new solutions

Proven experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment with the ability to build strong relationships to foster effective change and adapt to new technologies and ways of working

MyRewards@MNP With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office.

You will be rewarded with 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

Diversity@MNP We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply

📌 Innovation Leader, Financial Advisory Services (Calgary)
🏢 MNP
📍 Calgary