IPEX

Manager, Internal Controls** Gestionnaire, Contrôles internes

IPEX • $90K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
  • CPA, CIA, CRISC, or equivalent professional designation.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in internal and/or external auditing.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of inventory and financial controls.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team for the execution and improvement of the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program.
  • Drive implementation of internal control policies and coordinate management control assessments.
  • Maintain risk and control matrices, process documentation, and ensure compliance with corporate policies.
  • Prepare and deliver reports on internal controls and emerging risks to leadership.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for Global Internal Audit activities and ensure timely management responses.
  • Track and resolve audit observations and control deficiencies, driving accountability across the organization.
  • Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance governance and operational effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in internal controls.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Leadership role in a pivotal stage of the control environment evolution.
  • Support for professional development and team growth.
Full Job Description
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À titre de gestionnaire, Contrôles internes, vous jouerez un rôle de leadership dans le renforcement de l'environnement de contrôle interne d'une organisation manufacturière complexe présente partout au Canada et aux États-Unis.

À la tête d'une équipe responsable des activités liées aux contrôles internes, vous contribuerez à assurer une gestion appropriée des risques, l'efficacité des contrôles à travers l'organisation.

À titre de responsable du programme de contrôle interne à l'égard de l'information financière (CIIF) pour la division, vous collaborerez étroitement avec les équipes des finances, des opérations, des technologies de l'information, de l'approvisionnement et de la fabrication afin d'améliorer les contrôles, de piloter les plans de remédiation et de renforcer l'efficacité des principaux processus d'affaires.

Vous agirez également comme principal point de contact pour les activités d'audit interne globale, contribuant ainsi à maintenir un cadre de gouvernance solide et à soutenir la fiabilité de l'information financière.

En vous joignant à l'organisation à une étape importante de l'évolution de son environnement de contrôle, vous aurez l'occasion d'apporter des améliorations significatives, de renforcer l'imputabilité et de contribuer à l'avenir des contrôles internes à l'échelle de l'entreprise.

Responsabilités principales

Contrôles internes : exécution, surveillance et conformité
  • Diriger, encadrer et développer une équipe responsable de l'exécution et de l'amélioration continue du programme de contrôle interne à l'égard de l'information financière (CIIF) de la division, en veillant à ce que les contrôles soient adéquatement conçus, documentés, surveillés et maintenus.
  • Piloter la mise en œuvre des politiques, méthodologies et exigences de gouvernance en matière de contrôle interne, tout en coordonnant les évaluations de contrôles et les activités de tests afin de soutenir un environnement de contrôle solide et conforme.
  • Maintenir les matrices de risques et de contrôles, la documentation des processus, les inventaires de contrôles ainsi que les éléments probants requis, tout en veillant au respect des politiques corporatives, des exigences de gouvernance financière et des délégations d'autorité.
  • Préparer et présenter des rapports et analyses sur les contrôles internes, les activités de conformité et les risques émergents afin d'offrir à la direction une visibilité sur l'efficacité des contrôles et les secteurs nécessitant une attention particulière.


Audit et gestion des constats
  • Agir à titre de principal représentant de la division auprès de l'équipe globale d'audit interne, en coordonnant la collecte et la validation des éléments probants et en assurant des réponses de gestion complètes et dans les délais prescrits.
  • Assurer le suivi et la résolution des constats d'audit, des déficiences de contrôle et des plans de remédiation, en favorisant l'imputabilité et la mise en œuvre de mesures correctives durables à travers l'organisation.
  • Fournir à la direction de la division une visibilité sur l'état d'avancement des plans de remédiation, les principaux risques et les enjeux nécessitant une escalade ou un soutien particulier.


Amélioration des processus et optimisation des contrôles
  • Identifier et diriger des initiatives d'amélioration des processus visant à renforcer la gouvernance, atténuer les risques et accroître l'efficacité opérationnelle de l'entreprise.
  • Collaborer avec les équipes des finances, des technologies de l'information, des opérations, de l'approvisionnement et autres fonctions afin d'améliorer les processus de bout en bout et d'intégrer des contrôles efficaces dans des environnements d'affaires et technologiques en évolution, notamment dans le cadre d'initiatives de transformation financière, d'améliorations des systèmes ERP et d'implantations technologiques.
  • Tirer parti de l'automatisation, des capacités analytiques et des mécanismes de surveillance continue afin d'améliorer la production d'informations décisionnelles, de renforcer la supervision des risques et de réduire la dépendance aux processus manuels.
  • Soutenir le directeur, Finance corporative et gestion des risques dans la préparation de documents, d'analyses et d'informations destinés aux revues de gestion, aux discussions de gouvernance et à la prise de décisions stratégiques.

Qualifications et expérience

Formation et certifications
  • Baccalauréat en comptabilité, en finance, en systèmes d'information ou dans un domaine connexe.
  • Titre professionnel CPA, CIA, CRISC ou certification équivalente.


Expérience et expertise technique
  • Minimum de cinq (5) années d'expérience progressive en audit interne et/ou externe.
  • Expérience dans un environnement manufacturier, incluant une exposition à la gestion des stocks, aux processus opérationnels et aux contrôles financiers.
  • Excellente compréhension du référentiel COSO, du contrôle interne à l'égard de l'information financière (CIIF) ou de cadres similaires de contrôle interne au sein d'organisations de grande taille.
  • Expérience préalable en gestion de personnel, supervision d'équipe ou développement des talents fortement souhaitée.
  • Connaissance approfondie des contrôles internes dans un environnement manufacturier.
  • Expérience pratique avec des systèmes ERP tels que SAP, Oracle ou JD Edwards dans le cadre des contrôles internes, des processus financiers et des activités de gestion des risques; une expérience avec SAP est considérée comme un atout important.
  • Maîtrise avancée de Microsoft Excel ainsi qu'une expérience des outils de production de rapports et d'analytique; une expérience avec Power BI et les plateformes GRC constitue un atout.
  • Excellentes aptitudes analytiques, organisationnelles et communicationnelles, avec un souci du détail exceptionnel et une capacité démontrée à gérer plusieurs priorités simultanément.
  • Bilinguisme (français et anglais) considéré comme un atout.

Manager, Internal Controls, Montreal, QC

As Manager, Internal Controls, you will play a leadership role in strengthening the internal controls environment of a complex manufacturing organization operating across Canada and the United States. Leading a team responsible for internal controls activities, you will help ensure risks are appropriately managed, controls operate effectively, and governance requirements are met across the business.

As the divisional owner of the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program, you will partner closely with Finance, Operations, IT, Procurement, and Manufacturing leaders to enhance controls, drive remediation efforts, and improve the effectiveness of key business processes. You will also serve as the primary liaison for Global Internal Audit activities, helping to foster a strong governance environment and support reliable financial reporting.

Joining at a pivotal stage in the evolution of the control environment, you will have the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements, strengthen accountability, and help shape the future of internal controls across the organization.

Principal Responsibilities

Internal Controls: Execution, Monitoring & Compliance
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for the execution and continuous improvement of the division's Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program, ensuring controls are effectively designed, documented, monitored, and sustained.
  • Drive the implementation of internal control policies, methodologies, and governance requirements while coordinating management control assessments testing activities to support a strong and compliant control environment.
  • Maintain risk and control matrices, process documentation, control inventories, and supporting evidence while ensuring compliance with corporate policies, financial governance requirements, and delegated authorities.
  • Prepare and deliver reporting and insights on internal controls, compliance activities, and emerging risks, providing leadership with visibility into control effectiveness and areas requiring attention.


Audit & Issue Management
  • Serve as the primary divisional liaison for Global Internal Audit activities, facilitating the collection and review of audit evidence, and ensuring timely and effective management responses.
  • Lead the tracking and resolution of audit observations, control deficiencies, and remediation plans, driving accountability and sustainable corrective actions across the organization.
  • Provide divisional leadership with visibility into remediation progress, key risks, and roadblocks requiring escalation or support.


Process Improvement & Controls Enhancement
  • Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that enhance governance, mitigate risk, and improve operational effectiveness across the business.
  • Partner with Finance, IT, Operations, Procurement, and other functional teams to improve end-to-end processes and embed effective controls within evolving business and technology environments, including finance transformation initiatives, ERP enhancements, and system implementations.
  • Leverage automation, analytics, and continuous monitoring capabilities to improve insight generation, strengthen risk oversight, and reduce reliance on manual processes.
  • Support the Director, Corporate Finance & Risk Management in preparing materials and insights for leadership reviews, governance discussions, and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • CPA, CIA, CRISC, or equivalent professional designation.


Experience & Technical Expertise
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in internal and/or external auditing.
  • Experience working within a manufacturing environment, including exposure to inventory, operational processes, and financial controls.
  • Strong understanding of COSO, ICFR, or similar internal control frameworks within a large organization.
  • Previous people leadership, supervisory, or team development experience is strongly preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of internal controls within a manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards in support of internal controls, financial processes, and risk management activities; SAP experience preferred.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with reporting and analytics tools; experience with Power BI and GRC platforms is considered an asset.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.

About IPEX

IPEX Careers

Joining IPEX offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovations in their industry. As a company renowned for its commitment to quality and excellence, IPEX is the perfect place for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

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IPEX is actively hiring and offers a variety of job opportunities designed to attract the best in the field. Whether one is a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, IPEX provides a platform to propel career growth through meaningful work and substantial responsibilities.

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Kickstart a career with IPEX’s internship programs, which are crafted to offer hands-on experience and insights into the company’s core operations. Internships at IPEX are gateways to full-time positions, providing both professional growth and a deep understanding of the industry.

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At IPEX, the focus is on nurturing skills and fostering leadership qualities among team members. With comprehensive training programs and access to cutting-edge technology, employees are equipped to lead and innovate within the industry. Leadership development and diversity training ensure that all team members are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

Benefits and Culture

IPEX is committed to supporting its employees not only in their professional lives but also in achieving a balanced lifestyle. The company offers competitive benefits, fostering a culture that values health, well-being, and job satisfaction. The inclusive culture at IPEX celebrates diversity and encourages creative problem-solving and innovation.

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Career advancement at IPEX is fueled by robust professional networking opportunities. Employees are encouraged to connect with industry leaders and peers to enhance their career prospects and contribute to the company’s legacy of innovation.

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