Audit Manager, IT Audit

Scotiabank; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager for their IT audit team. This role is pivotal in assessing the effectiveness of internal controls related to IT technology and risk management across the bank. The ideal candidate will champion a customer-focused culture while ensuring compliance with the highest auditing standards. In this dynamic environment, you will engage in various projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to a high-performance culture. If you are passionate about risk management and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficient in ITGC and risk-based auditing standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Champion a customer-focused culture and deepen client relationships.
• Execute audit activities independently and as part of a team.
• Deliver audit results and ensure high standards in reporting.

Skills

IT auditing

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Technology Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

CIA certification

CISA certification

CRISC certification

CDMP certification

CIMP certification

Job description

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose
The Audit Department is the 3rd Line of Defense and plays a key role in the internal control system of the Bank. Its mandate is to provide enterprise-wide, independent, objective assurance over the design and operation of the Bank’s internal control, risk management, and governance processes.

The objective of this position is to fulfill a Manager role, within a team of IT audit professionals, to assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls relating to IT technology, applications, data, third party, risk management, projects, and related processes supporting businesses throughout the Bank.

Accountabilities

1. Champions a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
2. Act primarily as Team Participant or in some cases act as Officer-In-Charge (OIC) on assignments of low to medium complexity for assigned projects, processes, and units.
3. Ensure Scotiabank standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics are maintained in completion of all assignments.
4. Execute assigned audit activities independently and as a team member under the direction of the OIC on assignments. This includes completion of audit testing, discussions with management, and documentation of work performed.
5. Executes, plans, and reports on the assigned audit projects. Obtains a thorough understanding of the business/unit/process and associated risks, develops a risk-based audit plan/procedures, and schedules timing and resources.
6. Delivers end-to-end process of the execution of the audit, and ensures nature and extent of testing is appropriate to support the objective, scope, and overall opinion. Completes timely review of workpapers, ensures internal control weaknesses are clearly documented with recommendations addressing the root cause and are communicated timely to management.
7. Ensures audit results are gathered, determines the root cause of the problem and the associated impact, and reports accordingly. Review/edit reports and summarize issues. Present an overview of the audit results and findings to line management.
8. Ensures audit reports are written to a consistent high standard and are finalized within established department metrics.
9. Execute agreed upon procedures for specific projects or investigations of a low to moderate complexity and/or confidential nature. May assist other audit staff in more complex projects that Audit may be requested to perform. Plan, document, and seek agreement in advance to the project approach and confirm conclusions upon completion in writing.
10. Manage self-development by confirming/communicating job expectations, identifying mentors/coaches, and enquiring about training needs, ensuring timely completion of performance appraisals and manages assigned staff.
11. Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
12. Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions, and conduct risk.
13. Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Education/Work Experience

1. Proficient in auditing IT processes general controls (ITGC), application, data, third party, technology controls, and Project audits. Technology Risk Management experience in financial services industry is a significant advantage.
2. Proficient at applying risk-based auditing standards, practices, techniques, processes, and methodologies to performance and review of audits.
3. Working knowledge of the operations and regulatory environments of each of the audit units globally, as required for specific areas of assigned responsibility.
4. Ability to participate in multiple projects at any given time.
5. Developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to work with staff and management at various levels.
6. Ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment.
7. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
8. One or more of the following certifications: CIA, CISA, CRISC, CDMP, CIMP.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.