Role Impact:

Reporting to the Senior Director, Internal Audit, the role will be responsible for leading financial and operational internal audit (IA) projects as well as supporting Cadillac Fairview's (CF's) Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) program. This role focuses on the end-to-end execution of the audit lifecycle - from initial risk assessment and scoping to the delivery of the final report.

What you will deliver:

Operational Internal Audits

• Audit scope development, including discussions and research to identify key risks.
• Finalization of audit programs and testing approaches.
• Execution of audit procedures, including interviews, sample testing, and collecting and reviewing documentation and evidence.
• Analysis of results and identification of observations and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaboration with business process owners to develop practical remediation plans.
• Writing clear, concise audit reports for senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitoring the implementation of remediation plans to ensure risks are appropriately mitigated.

ICOFR & Financial Compliance

• Supporting the annual planning and risk assessment process, including walkthroughs and documentation updates.
• Evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of key controls related to leasing, revenue recognition and collection, capital expenditures, financial close, acquisitions, dispositions, valuations, and other key financial reporting processes.
• Partnering with external auditors to ensure seamless year-end coordination and reliance on Internal Audit workpapers.

Practice Management

• Maintaining quality and performing work in accordance with the CF IA Audit Manual and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
• Responding to adhoc requests from business areas for advisory support related to new/updated policies, new processes, and strategic projects.
• Collaborating with the Senior Director, Internal Audit and Vice President, Internal Audit in preparing quarterly Audit Committee packages.
• Supporting the Internal Audit department's ongoing investment and adoption of new technologies including data analytics and artificial intelligence.

This role requires some travel within Canada.

What your strengths are:

• Self-starter who takes initiative, is proactive in multi-tasking and managing workload, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Learning mindset, including a willingness to set annual development goals.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and willing to contribute positively to CF's culture.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise professional skepticism.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with an ability to interact effectively and build relationships with senior management and executives.
• Report writing and interviewing experience.
• Project management, including prioritizing time, tracking the status of key project milestones, managing documentation requests, and scheduling interviews.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 - 10 years of related progressive experience with a minimum of 5 years experience in financial auditing, internal audit, and/or internal controls testing.
• CPA designation. Additional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other relevant designations an asset
• Strong understanding of business risks, controls and audit testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with IFRS or Canadian pension accounting frameworks.
• Experience with data extraction and analysis and / or artificial intelligence.

Starting base salary for this job level may range from $100,712- $134,283. The actual base salary offered will consider several factors including, but not limited to the role, experiences, skills & qualifications, location, market and internal considerations; with this context, CF reserves the right to pay above this range.

Cadillac Fairview offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to base pay which includes a performance - based incentive plan, a comprehensive pension and benefits plan, paid time off including vacation, wellbeing & volunteer days and support for continued growth and development.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher- we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise- we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively- we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy- we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change- we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you'll join a diverse community and award-winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected.

This posting is for a vacant position. CF may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology, alongside human review, to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

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