The Senior Specialist is responsible for developing and updating EA and CPA curriculum, writing content, and managing course materials while ensuring quality and adherence to accounting trends.
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Becker Professional Education, proudly part of the Colibri Group family, is a leader in CPA Exam Review, CMA Exam Review, and CPE (Continuing Professional Education). Our programs are led by expert instructors and feature high-quality content delivered through flexible learning formats, including on-demand resources and webcasts. To learn more about our offerings and our commitment to excellence, visit us at www.becker.com.
Becker is trusted by accountants around the globe for industry-leading tools and unwavering support that drive success. Our focus is on delivering results—results that stem from a deep commitment to our students' success. We create personalized learning experiences, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and tirelessly advocate for the accounting profession. These efforts have made Becker the choice of over 1 million CPA candidates worldwide.
Position Overview:
The Senior Specialist, Curriculum opportunity is with Colibri Group's esteemed accounting brand, Becker Professional Education. For over 60 years, Becker has been the partner accountants trust with their professional education.
The primary responsibility of the Sr. Specialist is the development and updated of our EA and CPA curriculum with a focus on tax. The Sr. Specialist is expected to bring technical expertise and knowledge of the accounting profession to provide best-in-class learning and continuing education to accounting professionals.
What You'll Do:
- Write content as needed
- Review EA and CPA course materials developed by subject matter experts (SMEs) including textbooks and lectures
- Write and/or review EA and CPA course questions, flashcards, and other course components
- Provide guidance to production team on images to be used in course material
- Train SMEs on the use of EA and CPA course templates
- Assist in the maintenance of EA and CPA mapping to technical guidance
- Assist in the development of curriculum for custom content projects
- Follow developments and trends in accounting profession and plan the timely development and updates to course material to respond to these developments
- Complete other duties as assigned
- Collaborate and respond to inquiries from cross functional teams
- Manage the development and timelines of course content developed by SMEs
- Leverage instructional design principles to convey technical accounting concepts
What You'll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree with a focus in business, finance and/or accounting required; master's degree preferred
- CPA and/or EA designation required
- 5-10 years of experience in the accounting and tax profession with content or technical development preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects
- Strong organizational and resource management skills
Colibri Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Top Skills
Instructional Design Principles
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