Controls Tester

Apex Systems; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is looking for a Senior Control Tester to join their Toronto team. This role focuses on control testing programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess a solid background in audit and risk management, with strong analytical skills to enhance control effectiveness. This opportunity offers both professional challenges and the potential for career growth within a Big Five Bank.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K program with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Access to professional development courses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance functions and control testing.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent document and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct control testing across finance functions for compliance.
• Identify and recommend remediation for control weaknesses.
• Document testing results for executive reviews.

Skills

Audit

Risk Management

Control Testing

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Location: Downtown Toronto. Hybrid: 2 days in office per week

Duration of Contract/Perm: 6 months contract with potential for extension.

Hours/week:37.5 hrs/wk. 9-5 PM, M-F

Overview:

We are hiring a Senior Control Tester with deep expertise in finance, audit, and risk. This role will focus on executing control testing programs and supporting the broader risk and governance framework.

Key Responsibilities:

· Conduct control testing across finance functions to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

· Identify control weaknesses and recommend remediation strategies.

· Support internal audit and compliance reviews.

· Document testing results and prepare reports for executive and regulatory review.

· Collaborate with business units to enhance control effectiveness and risk mitigation.

Qualifications:

· Strong background in audit, risk, and control testing within financial services.

· Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and operational risk management.

· Excellent analytical and documentation skills.

· Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.

This a great opportunity to join a Big Five Bank and continue your career in the financial domain. Be a part of a great work environment with a very well-organized team and colleagues who will help you succeed.

This is a position that impacts the bank enterprise wide with great opportunity for career growth within the bank.

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EEO Employer

Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178 .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.