Manager, Internal Audit & ICFR Testing (12-month contract)

The Manager, Internal Audit and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Testing is responsible for the execution of IT testing, including providing feedback on IT testing procedures to the organization's Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program. This position will manage a portion of the IT testing activities performed on behalf of the ICFR program. The role will also support the Internal Audit Plan and the Manager will partner with IT, Finance and Business groups to identify areas of risk, make valuable recommendations on operational and financial controls, and influence changes and decisions. This position works closely with the Senior Manager, Internal Audit & ICFR Testing, Internal Audit, and requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present audit issues of varying complexity to senior management across various divisions at HOOPP.

Responsibilities

Execution of IT testing on behalf of the organization's ICFR program, including providing feedback on testing procedures; Verify that internal controls are efficient and effective to mitigate IT and business risks; Address comments and queries raised by the ICFR program as part of their review of working papers; Communicate progress of testing, issues, and findings to the ICFR program on a timely basis; Prepare detailed audit working papers consistent with established standards; Work with client management to develop action plans addressing root causes of issues; Assist the Director, Internal Audit to resolve complex issues with client management; Communicate with and educate process owners on the importance of controls; Ensure audit reports are issued timely and meet departmental standards; Ensure timely follow-up, monitoring and reporting of management remediation efforts; Utilize technology to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process; Maintain current understanding of the organization and underlying risks; Identify areas of potential risk for inclusion in the annual audit plan; Support the audit team in achieving individual, divisional and team goals; Participate in special projects as required

Requirements

Undergraduate degree with emphasis in accounting, finance or a related business field required; CA/CPA/CGA/CMA and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation required; Expert knowledge on best practices for internal controls with a strong understanding of information system risks and ITGCs and end user computing (EUC) controls; Strong technical audit and financial skills with a comprehensive understanding of Internal Auditing Standards, GAAP, C-SOX, COSO; Proficient in all aspects of the internal audit cycle with a minimum of 8 years executing and leading relevant internal audit engagements, preferably in the Financial Services or Pension Fund industry; Subject matter expertise on Internal Controls over Financial Reporting programs; Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as individual contributor and team participant; Proven ability to collaborate, partner, initiate and maintain cross-departmental and intra-divisional relationships; Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities; Strong attention to detail, analytical, negotiating and reasoning skills; Self-starter, high level of initiative and professionalism; Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice to have

Knowledge of IT applications and systems such as Oracle, SAP, PowerBI, AWS, and Microsoft Azure; Strong knowledge of Capital and Private Markets, Investment or related risk management/compliance/operations functions

Benefits

High-performance, people-focused culture; Equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment; Learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning; Membership in HOOPP's defined benefit pension plan; Competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account; Optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%; Yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars