Execute audit and advisory assignments in accordance with department and IIA standards and target dates
Develop adequate understanding of the risks being handled by the unit being assessed to evaluate the controls in place to mitigate these risks
Assist in audit planning, executing engagements to deliver on the audit plan and assist audit leads in reporting
Prepare meaningful, concise, and well-articulated audit working papers, findings and recommendations
Manage and communicate expectations regarding work deadlines and deliverables
Apply analytical skills and be open minded to explore different ways to audit, embrace and utilize data analytics to enhance audit coverage
Actively follow up on open issues with management, maintain open communication and lead the remediation testing of issues
Lead various SOX processes, facilitate SOX planning, and provide oversight during walkthrough and testing phases
Develop and maintain strong relationship with management
Lead, coach and mentor junior staff assisting on projects
Requirements
3 to 5 years of internal or external audit, risk management, or equivalent business or advisory/consulting experience
University degree is required
A recognized accounting (CPA, CA) or auditing (CIA, etc.) designation is preferable, but not essential for candidates with good financial services industry experience
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to quickly understand business processes and their risk implications, analyze complex situations, and provide value-added and practical feedback
Ability to work efficiently in diverse environments and cultures
Good understanding of the Financial Services industry, applicable regulations, and risks is preferred
Knowledge of the data analysis tools is preferred
Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices, and SOX requirements
Benefits
health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage
adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits
employee/family assistance plans
retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)
financial education and counseling resources
generous paid time off program in Canada including holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
full range of statutory leaves of absence
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
auditrisk managementdata analyticsSOX processesaudit methodologiescontrol frameworksfinancial analysisremediation testingbusiness process analysisreporting