Manager Internal Audit
Company Profile
Our client company is recognized as a retail leader delivering
customer service, convenience, quality and value.
It has consistently been placed as number one in an independent survey of Canadians who were asked to identify the top tier companies that offer good quality products and services.
It has also achieved top ranking through independent surveys
as a company that is really trusted.
The Audit group, which offers progressive techniques and services that are designed to add value and improve the company’s operations.
The company is building an innovative internal audit process that is anchored to the important risks faced by the business.
As their framework they have adopted the recently issued COSO-ERM (September 2004).
The implications of this shift are significant.
Recognizing that change cannot happen overnight, senior audit management anticipates that over the next 2-3 years the internal audit role will evolve into a fully integrated risk management monitoring function serving as a catalyst for positive change within the corporation.
The group presently requires multiple progressive Audit Leaders.
The focus is Financial Audit or Operational Audit.
These roles will satisfy immediate Audit delivery requirements and long-term succession planning needs of the Finance Team and the Organization in general.
The Department
The position of Audit Manager reports directly to the Director Internal Audit within a matrix managed environment.
The incumbent will be a key part of the internal audit team and provide leadership to auditors and internal client stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be part of a team that helps provide independent, objective assurance services designed to add value and improve the company's operations.
She/He will at times be the key lead of the team or may be a key participant within particular audit assignments and projects.
The audit team's focus is on accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and manage the effectiveness of risk management control and governance processes.
The Internal Audit Department acts in an independent fashion and does not have any direct responsibilities or authority for performing activities in Finance, Operations or IT.
The Manager of Audit must be able to lead for positive results
and add value for today and in the future.
The successful candidate must be promotable into other areas in audit or related teams.
Major Specific Responsibilities:
Participates and leads a team of auditors in the conduct of all types of audits including complex cross-functional process audits.
Responsible for all phases of financial and operational audits from developing budgets to planning the audit, developing the audit modules, completing the working papers and drafting the final audit report.
Ultimately, hands- on delivery and overall management of complex larger audit projects.
The initial focus will be Compliance/Operational audits that partner with Management to deliver major project milestones over a sustained period of time.
Will build up the internal audit skills and tools for the understanding of key issues within the parameters of Financial Audit, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management and Operational Audit.
Will provide direction and implementation of COSO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework for all assignments, from planning to delivery of audit report.
Responsibilities will include a strong “risk focus” and appreciation of risk based auditing.
Provides direction and mentoring to team members to ensure specific audit projects are completed within budget and according to department standards.
Monitor completion of the overall audit to ensure objectives are met within time and budget standards.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with business partners.
Identifies opportunities and promotes further audit services.
Provides input to the audit Directors in developing a risk-based audit plan by identifying key areas of risk based on audit results, discussions with management and general industry knowledge. SOX based experience is considered a distinct asset.
Ideal Experience Technical qualifications will include a CA, CMA or CGA designation.
Completion of University undergraduate degree in a related business discipline is a must.
Approximately seven years of related experience in Operational Audit and/or Finance.
Has gained experience within a progressive based environment that is oriented toward a fully integrated Risk Based Managed process.
Must be able to give “thought leadership” and hands on accountability on larger complex engagements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of risk management, control and governance principles and concepts.
Experience gained in a Public Accounting Firm is a distinct asset.
Must have a strong knowledge of state of the art tools and techniques related to the audit environment, in particular TeamMate, CAATS and ACL software.
May have a recognized audit designation (ie. CIA, CISA, or CFE) as a distinct asset. Proven ability to analyse Financial and Operational issues with a track record of recommending and managing through with solutions.
Demonstrated success in a finance/audit function in a similar-sized environment.
Has developed strong project management skills, analytical talents and decision- making capabilities.
Acquired strong financial and business acumen.
SOX based experience is considered a distinct asset.
Possesses sound user knowledge of systems related controls, and is capable of interfacing with IT audit staff in the performance of IT audits.
Has worked in a fast-paced competitive environment where the emphasis has been on timely and accurate financial analysis as a key means to run the business.
Personal Profile
A preference for a professional that comes from a similar sized publicly traded environment or alternatively, experience within a professional audit firm with deep finance/audit and industry aptitude.
Results-oriented; strong work ethic with a high level of confidence and staying power.
Should possess strong leadership skills and be able to apply them in a project-oriented environment.
Must be promotable. Hands-on; analytical; detail-oriented; sense of urgency.
A team player who enjoys developing relationships at all levels of the organization.
Attractions
This Audit Team is evolving to a “best in class” audit function.
The Audit Team is focused on the main tenets of proficiency in the areas of performing complex audits, detecting key risk management issues and managing through solutions in a knowledgeable and progressive manner.
Recent Quality Assurance Review (QAR) and the Audit Committee
supports an expanded role of the function.
The team will grow in a progressive manner and absolute numbers.
The Audit Team is now viewed as a “resource centre” for succession of leaders within Audit and in other areas of the organization.
The organization is committed to developing staff and management with respect to leadership and core technical abilities.
The company is committed to “work life balance” and helping staff grow professionally and personally.
Travel
Limited travel in this role.
No more than 10% travel and it will be managed by the incumbent on an as need basis.
Compensation
The company offers a compelling and competitive compensation package that includes Solid base pay, Incentive potential and a Stock Option Plan.
The organization has competitive benefits package that includes a defined pension plan.
For more information:
1. Call my direct line at 416-481-8016
2. Or please send me an email.
Company Profile
Our client company is recognized as a retail leader delivering
customer service, convenience, quality and value.
It has consistently been placed as number one in an independent survey of Canadians who were asked to identify the top tier companies that offer good quality products and services.
It has also achieved top ranking through independent surveys
as a company that is really trusted.
The Audit group, which offers progressive techniques and services that are designed to add value and improve the company’s operations.
The company is building an innovative internal audit process that is anchored to the important risks faced by the business.
As their framework they have adopted the recently issued COSO-ERM (September 2004).
The implications of this shift are significant.
Recognizing that change cannot happen overnight, senior audit management anticipates that over the next 2-3 years the internal audit role will evolve into a fully integrated risk management monitoring function serving as a catalyst for positive change within the corporation.
The group presently requires multiple progressive Audit Leaders.
The focus is Financial Audit or Operational Audit.
These roles will satisfy immediate Audit delivery requirements and long-term succession planning needs of the Finance Team and the Organization in general.
The Department
The position of Audit Manager reports directly to the Director Internal Audit within a matrix managed environment.
The incumbent will be a key part of the internal audit team and provide leadership to auditors and internal client stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be part of a team that helps provide independent, objective assurance services designed to add value and improve the company's operations.
She/He will at times be the key lead of the team or may be a key participant within particular audit assignments and projects.
The audit team's focus is on accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and manage the effectiveness of risk management control and governance processes.
The Internal Audit Department acts in an independent fashion and does not have any direct responsibilities or authority for performing activities in Finance, Operations or IT.
The Manager of Audit must be able to lead for positive results
and add value for today and in the future.
The successful candidate must be promotable into other areas in audit or related teams.
Major Specific Responsibilities:
Participates and leads a team of auditors in the conduct of all types of audits including complex cross-functional process audits.
Responsible for all phases of financial and operational audits from developing budgets to planning the audit, developing the audit modules, completing the working papers and drafting the final audit report.
Ultimately, hands- on delivery and overall management of complex larger audit projects.
The initial focus will be Compliance/Operational audits that partner with Management to deliver major project milestones over a sustained period of time.
Will build up the internal audit skills and tools for the understanding of key issues within the parameters of Financial Audit, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management and Operational Audit.
Will provide direction and implementation of COSO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework for all assignments, from planning to delivery of audit report.
Responsibilities will include a strong “risk focus” and appreciation of risk based auditing.
Provides direction and mentoring to team members to ensure specific audit projects are completed within budget and according to department standards.
Monitor completion of the overall audit to ensure objectives are met within time and budget standards.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with business partners.
Identifies opportunities and promotes further audit services.
Provides input to the audit Directors in developing a risk-based audit plan by identifying key areas of risk based on audit results, discussions with management and general industry knowledge. SOX based experience is considered a distinct asset.
Ideal Experience Technical qualifications will include a CA, CMA or CGA designation.
Completion of University undergraduate degree in a related business discipline is a must.
Approximately seven years of related experience in Operational Audit and/or Finance.
Has gained experience within a progressive based environment that is oriented toward a fully integrated Risk Based Managed process.
Must be able to give “thought leadership” and hands on accountability on larger complex engagements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of risk management, control and governance principles and concepts.
Experience gained in a Public Accounting Firm is a distinct asset.
Must have a strong knowledge of state of the art tools and techniques related to the audit environment, in particular TeamMate, CAATS and ACL software.
May have a recognized audit designation (ie. CIA, CISA, or CFE) as a distinct asset. Proven ability to analyse Financial and Operational issues with a track record of recommending and managing through with solutions.
Demonstrated success in a finance/audit function in a similar-sized environment.
Has developed strong project management skills, analytical talents and decision- making capabilities.
Acquired strong financial and business acumen.
SOX based experience is considered a distinct asset.
Possesses sound user knowledge of systems related controls, and is capable of interfacing with IT audit staff in the performance of IT audits.
Has worked in a fast-paced competitive environment where the emphasis has been on timely and accurate financial analysis as a key means to run the business.
Personal Profile
A preference for a professional that comes from a similar sized publicly traded environment or alternatively, experience within a professional audit firm with deep finance/audit and industry aptitude.
Results-oriented; strong work ethic with a high level of confidence and staying power.
Should possess strong leadership skills and be able to apply them in a project-oriented environment.
Must be promotable. Hands-on; analytical; detail-oriented; sense of urgency.
A team player who enjoys developing relationships at all levels of the organization.
Attractions
This Audit Team is evolving to a “best in class” audit function.
The Audit Team is focused on the main tenets of proficiency in the areas of performing complex audits, detecting key risk management issues and managing through solutions in a knowledgeable and progressive manner.
Recent Quality Assurance Review (QAR) and the Audit Committee
supports an expanded role of the function.
The team will grow in a progressive manner and absolute numbers.
The Audit Team is now viewed as a “resource centre” for succession of leaders within Audit and in other areas of the organization.
The organization is committed to developing staff and management with respect to leadership and core technical abilities.
The company is committed to “work life balance” and helping staff grow professionally and personally.
Travel
Limited travel in this role.
No more than 10% travel and it will be managed by the incumbent on an as need basis.
Compensation
The company offers a compelling and competitive compensation package that includes Solid base pay, Incentive potential and a Stock Option Plan.
The organization has competitive benefits package that includes a defined pension plan.
For more information:
1. Call my direct line at 416-481-8016
2. Or please send me an email.
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