Internal Controls Manager

Job title:

Internal Controls Manager

Company

Spirit Omega

Job description

Company OverviewOffice Location: Toronto, ONContract Duration: 12 MonthsLanguage: EnglishJob Overview:We are currently looking for an Internal Controls Manager to join our Client’s team to manage and oversee the daily operations of the internal controls team. This position includes management of the internal controls team and control processes, coordination of deliverables for external and internal audits, and working with business leads to ensure compliance with Global control policies and procedures. Successful candidates for this position should have prior managerial experience, strong written and oral communication skills and a solid internal controls background. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, highly organized, have a hands-on approach, and possess the ability to thrive in a fast paced, matrixed and dynamic environment with competing priorities and stringent deadlines.The Manager will:

• Lead the annual planning, scoping and risk assessment process
• Work with management to identify, evaluate, and document business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate those risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement
• Coordinate and assist in conducting the annual fraud risk assessment process
• Perform design, implementation, and operating effectiveness testing for all in-scope processes and controls assigned
• Assist the Process Owners with evaluating control deficiencies including root cause and severity assessments
• Advise Management and support remediation efforts for control issues identified, ensuring appropriate actions are taken by Management in a timely manner
• Demonstrate advanced understanding of business processes, internal control risk management, IT controls and related standards
• Facilitate use of technology-based tools and methodologies to review, design, implementation and/or operating effectiveness of internal control processes
• Assist with monitoring and reporting requirements (periodic, quarterly, and annual attestation by Management as well as internal reporting required to clients)
• Streamline internal control functions to ensure optimal productivity and efficiency of the team
• Coordinate and lead the year-end external audit of internal controls
• Coordinate with the internal audit team
• Work closely with the existing internal controls team, Global Finance team, leaders, and on ad-hoc projects as required

Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in internal controls (Sarbanes Oxley, risk assessments, business process and internal IT control testing or operational auditing)
• BA/BS in Business Administration, Accounting, Information Systems Administration or related field
• Proven ability to build strong relationships, establish trust, identify needs, customize solutions and motivate teams to drive operational and strategic priorities
• Ability to effectively present ideas and solutions in a logical and articulate manner with the ability to work effectively with and influence Senior Executives
• Outstanding research, analytics, and quantitative aptitude; advanced attention to detail required for success in this role
• Other Qualifications:
• CPA, CIA, and/or CISA is preferred
• Ability to work and manage projects both independently and with a larger team to achieve goals
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise judgment consistent with achieving organizational goals and strategies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Prior experience with external auditors preferred
• International experience preferred, either working with or for an organization that had multinational operations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint knowledge
• General knowledge of SAP security administration and controls concepts, SAP Basis functions, and SAP functionality
• Proactive and results-oriented player who wants to help build a high-performance team

Spirit Omega is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 23:01:38 GMT

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