The Manager, Internal Controls is responsible for overseeing Oxford's internal controls program over financial reporting (both OMERS and Oxford scopes), risk oversight, transformation initiatives, and business process and IT general controls (ITGC) reviews. The role partners closely with stakeholders across the organization, as well as external advisors, subject matter experts, industry peers, and other key parties, to provide risk and controls expertise, deliver assurance over strategic projects and processes, and foster a strong culture of risk awareness and controls throughout the organization.
In this role, you will be responsible for:- Lead the execution and continuous enhancement of Oxford's internal controls program, ensuring alignment with the broader OMERS controls program.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to finance and business teams by providing subject matter expertise in risk management, internal controls, and governance.
- Oversee the documentation, maintenance, and periodic updating of controls within the internal controls repository.
- Monitor organizational and process changes, assessing their impact on the control environment and certification framework.
- Support the onboarding of new process and control owners, including the delivery of training and awareness sessions.
- Partner with finance, the business and external auditors to coordinate annual testing of control effectiveness and facilitate the timely remediation of identified control deficiencies.
- Provide guidance on the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of internal controls across finance, business processes and IT functions.
- Deliver risk oversight and independent assurance on strategic transformation initiatives and key change programs.
- Coordinate and facilitate finance and business process and controls reviews, providing practical recommendations to strengthen the control environment.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisors, subject matter experts, industry peers, and other key partners.
- Foster collaboration and information sharing across OMERS and Oxford, including OMERS Internal Audit and other risk management functions.
- Champion a culture of risk awareness, accountability, and strong governance across the organization.
Required Skills & Experience:Education & Professional Credentials- University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
- Professional designation (CPA, CIA, CISA)
Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls Expertise- 5+ years of experience in external audit, NI52-109 compliance, or implementing internal control frameworks within real estate, financial services, or related industries
- Strong knowledge of governance and control frameworks, including COBIT and COSO
- Strong understanding and evaluation of IT General Controls (ITGCs)
- Experience across databases, operating systems, and applications
Risk, Controls & Problem Solving- Demonstrated experience developing tailored, practical, and flexible solutions
- Strong strategic and critical-thinking capabilities
- Change management experience
Preferred Skills & Experience:Communication, Influence & Executive Engagement- Strong communication, facilitation, and influencing skills
- Experience developing and delivering education programs for boards and executive management
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly, concisely, and in a structured manner
Leadership & Stakeholder Management- Proven leadership skills
- Ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
- Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership skills
Project & Work Management- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
The expected salary range for this position is $103,000.00 - $157,000.00 per year.
You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans - details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.
