Make an impact with our Enterprise Risk Services (ERS) team as a Senior Manager. This diverse group of professionals leverages leading-edge industry knowledge to help clients identify, assess, and mitigate risk. As a trusted advisor, you will design and strengthen internal control systems that safeguard assets, enhance operational efficiency, improve financial reporting reliability, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities- Lead the proposal, planning, and delivery of Enterprise Risk Services engagements across a broad range of industries, including:
- Internal audits
- Internal control and compliance assessments (e.g., ICFR, SOX, NI 52-109)
- Process improvement, governance, and risk management advisory projects
- Other specialized risk advisory or assurance engagements as assigned
- Determine engagement scope, methodology, criteria, and develop work programs to meet client needs and objectives.
- Execute walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control testing activities; document processes, identify control gaps, and develop practical recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare and present well-structured audit reports and management presentations summarizing key findings, root causes, impacts, and actionable recommendations.
- Manage multiple complex projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to budget and engagement parameters.
- Oversee engagement financials including budgets, WIP management, billing, and variance tracking.
- Lead and support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client meetings, opportunity identification, and service expansion initiatives.
- Provide industry and technical expertise through research, analysis, and client training sessions.
- Build and sustain strong client relationships by delivering value-added insights and proactive solutions.
- Mentor, coach, and develop team members by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and conducting performance reviews.
- Contribute to practice development initiatives and thought leadership to advance MNP's Enterprise Risk Services practice.
- Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary.
Nice to Have- Experience in IT audit, including but not limited to General Controls (ITGC) and / or Application Controls.
- Knowledge or practical experience with System and Organization Controls (SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3) reporting and assurance engagements.
- Familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, ACL, IDEA) and automation in risk management or audit settings.
Skills and Experience- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls advisory, ideally within a professional services firm or large corporate environment.
- Hold a professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or CISA (or in the process of obtaining). Additional certifications such as CISSP or CRMA are considered assets.
- Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, including COSO, COBIT, and related regulatory standards (e.g., SOX, NI 52-109).
- Proven experience managing multiple priorities, delivering high-quality client service, and maintaining attention to detail under tight timelines.
- Exceptional communication, report writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and persuasively to executives and boards.
- Strong business development and relationship management skills, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for practice growth.
- A collaborative leadership style with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and fostering team development.
With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible 'Dress For Your Day' environment, firm sponsored social events and more! The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 - $200,000. Individual compensation is commensurate with skill set, relevant experience, and education.
