Audit Manager I, Technology

emergiTEL Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

emergiTEL is hiring an Audit Manager I, IT Audit for our client in Banking and Financial Services. Location: Toronto, ON / Mount Laurel, NJ. This permanent role offers Canadian compensation and opportunities within a leading North American financial services organization.

You will lead IT audits, assess technology risks and controls, and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen risk management. The role requires hands-on audit execution, reporting, and mentoring of junior staff, with a focus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT audit experience including technology risk and controls.
• Experience with ITGCs and control testing.
• Ability to document findings and communicate to stakeholders.
• Familiarity with risk-based audit methodologies and internal control frameworks.
• Preferred certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CPA.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support end-to-end IT audits across technology platforms, applications, infrastructure and enterprise systems.
• Conduct audit walkthroughs, assess technology risks, and perform detailed control testing.
• Support audit planning, risk assessments and development of risk-based audit programs.
• Evaluate IT General Controls, including access management, change management, and IT operations.
• Prepare audit findings and evidence, and communicate results to management.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

ITGCs testing

Cloud technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Accounting or related

Tools

SQL

Oracle

Job description

emergiTEL is hiring an Audit Manager I, IT Audit for our client in the Banking and Financial Services industry. This is a Permanent role.

Location: Toronto, ON / Mount Laurel, NJ

Compensation:

• Canada: $81,600-$115,200 CAD annually
• United States: $77,260-$128,940 USD annually

About the Opportunity

• Join a leading North American financial services organization as an Audit Manager within the Technology and Enterprise Platforms Audit team.
• Contribute to technology-focused audits, assess IT risks and internal controls, and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen the overall risk and control environment.
• Utilize expertise in IT audit execution, technology risk assessments, control testing, audit reporting, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

IT Audit Execution & Risk Assessment

• Execute and support end-to-end IT audits across technology platforms, applications, infrastructure, and enterprise systems.
• Conduct audit walkthroughs, assess technology risks, and perform detailed control testing in accordance with established audit methodologies.
• Support audit planning, risk assessments, and development of risk-based audit programs.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT General Controls (ITGCs), including access management, change management, and IT operations.
• Identify control deficiencies, assess root causes and business impacts, and develop actionable audit recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive audit workpapers, test scripts, evidence documentation, and audit findings.

Audit Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Contribute to the preparation of audit reports, risk assessments, and presentations for management.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to business and technology stakeholders.
• Track remediation activities and validate implementation of corrective actions.
• Build collaborative relationships with technology, risk, compliance, and business teams.
• Support regulatory and internal audit follow-up activities.

Continuous Improvement & Leadership

• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve audit processes, and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Provide subject matter expertise on technology risks, controls, and audit practices.
• Support and mentor junior audit team members as required.
• Stay current with emerging technology risks, cybersecurity developments, cloud environments, and industry standards.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including 3-5+ years in IT audit, technology risk, IT controls, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience conducting IT audits, control assessments, walkthroughs, and testing.
• Experience preparing audit documentation, identifying control deficiencies, and communicating findings.
• Strong understanding of risk-based audit methodologies and internal control frameworks.

Technical Knowledge

• Working knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs), including user access management, change management, and IT operations.
• Understanding of application controls, infrastructure environments, and technology risk management.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, APIs, Agile delivery methodologies, and emerging technology risks.
• Familiarity with databases such as SQL and Oracle and operating systems including Unix and Windows is an asset.
• Ability to evaluate technical processes and translate complex risks into clear audit findings and recommendations.

Certifications

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CPA are preferred.
• Candidates without a CISA designation must be willing to obtain certification within 12 months of joining.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous IT audit experience within banking, financial services, or another highly regulated environment.
• Experience working within an internal audit function or a professional services/consulting environment.
• Familiarity with technology risk and control frameworks including COBIT, NIST, and ISO 27001.
• Experience independently managing audit deliverables and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data platforms, and enterprise technology transformation initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking, critical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within established timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships across technical and non-technical teams.
• Sound professional judgment, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a well-established financial services organization with a significant North American presence.
• Gain exposure to complex enterprise technology platforms and evolving technology risks.
• Collaborate with experienced audit, risk, and technology professionals.
• Access opportunities for professional development, certifications, and long-term career growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.