Training & Development Manager

Lauterbach & Amen, LLP is a well-established CPA firm specializing in accounting, auditing and financial services. The firm is a recognized leader in the accounting industry and has grown continuously over the past twenty years. With our roots in governmental accounting, we have continued to develop additional specialties to meet the needs of a diverse, strong and growing client base. At Lauterbach & Amen, LLP, we value our people and know that each employee is vital to our success.

We are searching for a full-time Training & Development Manager to join our Human Resources department. This role will be based in Naperville.

In addition to an energetic and supportive culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package - including health, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurances and 401(k) match. To show our dedication to balance, our starting paid time off benefit is 4 weeks.

Lauterbach & Amen is committed to offering compensation that is fair, transparent, and competitive. The anticipated, average salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000, with the final offer determined based on business-related factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, education, skill set, and professional certifications. As part of our compensation philosophy, offers are typically not made at the top of the range to allow room for future growth and salary progression over time.

• Champion a firm-wide learning culture that empowers team members to grow, learn, and lead.
• Develop and execute a cohesive learning and development strategy that supports firm growth.
• Develop an onboarding strategy that engages new hires earlier in the process and helps them feel supported.
• Collaborate with Partners to conduct regular needs assessments across service lines to prioritize training initiatives.
• Design and deliver soft skills and leadership development programs tailored to all career levels.
• Oversee high-quality in-house training programs.
• Identify and manage partnerships with external training providers.
• Design and deliver engaging training grounded in adult learning principles.
• Stay current with industry trends and introduce innovative learning solutions.
• Assess and potentially implement firm’s Learning Management System (LMS).
• Manage CPE requirements and renewals of certification.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, or Communications is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in training, learning & development, or organizational development.
• Experience in designing and delivering training for professional services.
• Preferred public accounting firm experience with knowledge in NASBA requirements.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design.
• Experience facilitating training for professionals at multiple career levels.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO