Senior Instructional Designer

Overview:

 Title: Assurance Senior Instructional Designer 

Department: Learning & Development 

Reports to: Learning & Development Business Partner 

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt 

Competency Level: Senior Individual Contributor 

Date Created: March 2025 

 Summary: 

The Assurance Senior Instructional Designer leads the analysis, design, and development of learning assets, collaborates with the Assurance Service Group to identify key learning objectives, and implements effective instructional design principles. Responsibilities include evaluating course effectiveness, recommending improvements, and managing accountability. Additionally, this person develops comprehensive and engaging training materials that align with the latest regulations, standards, and industry best practices. 

Core Responsibilities: 

• Lead the analysis, design, and development of learning assets, including Nano Learning, Group Internet Based, Group Live, and simultaneous (Group Internet Based and Group Live) 

• Collaborate with the Assurance Service Group and designees to identify programs and courses  

• Implement effective instructional design principles to enhance the overall learning experiences  

• Instruct technical and software courses related to audit topics and procedures 

• Evaluate course effectiveness and recommend improvements 

Essential Functions: 

• Develop or facilitate the development of comprehensive training materials, including presentations, manuals, case studies, and other relevant content  

• Conduct training needs assessments and identify NASBA-compliant learning objectives 

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and external vendors to gather content and ensure accuracy 

• Develop instructional materials such as PowerPoints, poll questions, exercises, curriculum, student guides, and handouts 

• Apply contemporary methods of adult learning theory, NASBA requirements, and curriculum design principles  

• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and courses and make recommendations for improvements 

• Mentor and guide junior instructional designers and other team members 

• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in instructional design and learning technologies  

• Stay updated on the latest audit regulations, standards, and industry trends, including software 

• Plan, manage, and execute webinars from start to finish 

• Coordinate with speakers and presenters to ensure they are prepared and equipped 

• Manage webinar platforms and troubleshoot technical issues 

• Manage and maintain events in LCvista 

• Create promotional materials and descriptions for courses 

• Facilitate attendee engagement and Q&A sessions during courses 

• Design and develop e-learning courses using various technologies 

• Integrate multimedia and interactive elements into online courses 

Nonessential Functions: 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Learning & Development Business Partner, Learning & Development team, and People Team   

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes 

Conditions: 

• Moderate overtime required throughout the year 

• Heavy sitting for extended periods in front of a computer 

• Travel, including overnight, may be required approximately 10% of the time 

• Minimal Hazards 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Active CPA license, complying with audit requirements of the jurisdiction  

• At least four years of experience as an auditor on public, private, or state and local audits at an accounting firm 

• Working knowledge of NASBA, AICPA, PCAOB, GAS, Yellow Book, and EBP requirements 

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, regulations, and industry standards.  

• Working knowledge of audit methodologies and related software platforms, for example, CaseWare, DataSnipper, and ShareFile 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze content and design effective courses 

• Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail 

• Excellent project management and organizational skills  

• Effective communication and collaboration skills  

• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

• Ability to analyze data and recommend solutions  

• Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, accuracy, persistence, and dependability  

• Maintains professionalism and a “can-do-attitude” in all project-related tasks  

• Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and coordinate multiple projects/tasks  

Success Factors: 

• Ability to multi-task and work in structured/unstructured environments  

• Self-starter with a bias towards action  

• Ability to quickly adapt and live the principles of the MGO Way  

• Ability to work with all levels of employees, partners, and other third parties 

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English 

• Must keep HR and other firm matters strictly confidential 

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills 

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Partners or peers may ask you to perform or assist in performing other instructions and duties. Your evaluation is partly based on your performance of the task listed in this job description. Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason. 

Salary range:  $98,000 - $120,000/per annum