Senior Internal Controls Specialist

ATB Financial

$90K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CIA designation required.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in public accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, or internal audit.
  • Strong analytical abilities and collaborative mindset essential for team dynamics.

Responsibilities

  • Map financial risks and control activities in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders.
  • Execute testing to assess the effectiveness of General Control (ITGC) processes and analyze control gaps.
  • Advise business partners on risk mitigation strategies and control effectiveness for ICOFR.
  • Monitor remediation of control gaps, documenting progress within the GRC platform.
  • Cultivate relationships across ATB, coordinating with risk management and auditing partners.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement, typically 1 day on-site per week, adaptable based on business needs.
  • Encouragement of diverse backgrounds and experiences in applicants.
  • Commitment to creating an inclusive workplace and advancing Truth and Reconciliation.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development celebrating individual drive and perspectives.
Full Job Description
About the role

Please note: This is a posting for 2 positions, with one permanent opportunity and onetemporary 12 month term opportunity, with potential for extension.

This position has a hybrid work arrangement. On average, this means 1 dayon-site per week. Please note that this is subject to change due to business priorities.

As ATB's next Internal Controls Specialist, you won't just be checking boxes-you will be the architect of trust at ATB. You will join an agile team dedicated to safeguarding our financial reporting (ICOFR) environment. This isn't about passive compliance; it's about partnering with business leaders to proactively mitigate risk, foster organizational resilience, and ensure the effectiveness of controls that protect ATB and our clients.

As digital transformation shapes our future, you will also play a pivotal role in evolving our control environment. From AI-enabled processes to intelligent automation, you will evaluate emerging risks, challenge legacy assumptions, and ensure our oversight practices remain agile and future-ready.

Accountabilities

  • Map the Risk Landscape: Partner with business and IT stakeholders to proactively identify, evaluate, and document financial risks and control activities using standardized templates.
  • Evaluate Control Performance: Execute end-to-end testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of business and IT General Control (ITGC) processes. You will analyze control gaps to determine their broader impact on the ICOFR program and ATB's financial integrity.
  • Serve as a Trusted Advisor: Act as the go-to resource for business partners on ICOFR matters, providing expert insights on control effectiveness, risk mitigation strategies, and industry best practices.
  • Track & Govern Remediation: Monitor the resolution of identified control gaps, collaborating with management to document progress and accurately capturing remediation milestones within our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platform (MetricStream).
  • Bridge Stakeholder Networks: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across ATB's ecosystem, seamlessly coordinating with process owners, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Operational Risk Management (ORM), Internal Assurance (IA), and external auditors (KPMG).


Skills, experience & requirements

Required:
  • Educational & Professional Foundation: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, backed by your CPA or CIA designation.
  • Proven Track Record: At least 5 years of experience in public accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, or internal audit.
  • The Core Mindset: A collaborative team player with strong analytical capabilities and a proven aptitude for resolving challenges.


Assets:
  • Information Systems Literacy: Familiarity with GRC platforms, complemented by a foundational understanding of ITGCs and systems infrastructure (CISA designation is an asset).
  • ICOFR Expertise: A deep understanding of how to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Banking/Financial Services Background: Prior experience navigating the unique landscape of the financial services or banking sector.


Don't meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role-but you might not check all the boxes-we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities and experience levels to apply. If you're seeking a career where your drive, perspective and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.

We're dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed-their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.

What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you'll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our How We Hire page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know at [email protected]

Stay in touch
We're excited that you're interested in a career with ATB. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram to learn more about what our team is up to.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at ATB Financial

More Finance & Insurance Jobs

Find similar Senior Internal Controls Specialist jobs: