Position Responsibilities:- Lead audit and advisory projects in accordance with department standards, within resource budgets and target dates, reporting any scheduling or budget over-runs to Director.
- Understand the risks being managed by the business unit and develop concise risk-based audit strategies and scope.
- Lead and coach audit staff assisting on projects and review test procedures and results to ensure that test objectives and documentation standards are met.
- Exercise sound judgement in evaluating audit findings and developing practical and value-added recommendations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-organized audit reports.
- Apply analytical skills and be open minded to explore different ways to audit. Embrace and utilize data analytics to improve audit coverage.
- Develop and maintain positive relationship with management.
- Coach and mentor junior staff in the team.
- Lead various SOX processes, assist in SOX/MAR Planning, and provide oversight during walkthrough and testing phases.
- Actively follow up on open issues with management, maintain open communication and leading the remediation testing of issues.
- Utilize technology to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process.
Required Qualifications:- 5+ years of internal or external audit, risk management, operations or equivalent business, advisory or consulting experience.
- University degree.
- A recognized accounting (CPA, CA) or auditing (CIA, CISA) designation is preferable, but not essential for candidates with good industry experience.
- Ability to quickly understand business processes and their risk implications, analyze complex situations, reach appropriate conclusions, and provide value-added and practical feedback.
- Ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing, and to listen and consider ideas of others.
- Results oriented; ability to balance multiple priorities and projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
- Proven relationship skills including a demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Leadership skills in achieving departmental, project and individual objectives, and in developing staff.
Preferred Qualifications:- Strong understanding of risks, controls, and governance practices related to third-party management and/or AI.
- Exposure to Data Analytic tools and methodologies.
- Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices, and SOX requirements
- Knowledge and experience in third party and / or AI undefined
When you join our team:- We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
- We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
- As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
Referenced Salary LocationToronto, Ontario
Working ArrangementHybrid
Salary range is expected to be between$92,900.00 CAD - $142,900.00 CAD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [redacted] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [redacted] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
