ERP Risk and Automation Manager- SAP Security, Controls & GRC

RSM Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in professional services is seeking an ERP Risk and Automation Manager focusing on SAP Security, Controls & GRC. The role emphasizes leadership in auditing, risk control, and SAP implementation, offering a dynamic environment for growth. Candidates with strong SAP experience, leadership skills, and a drive for client success will thrive in this position.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SAP experience.
• Minimum 5+ years in audit, internal audit, or internal control roles.
• Broad industry experience or deep expertise in a specific industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject-matter expertise in designing and testing SAP automated application controls.
• Lead teams in assessing application control design during SAP implementations.
• Manage, mentor, and motivate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality client solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, accounting, or related field

CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE certification

Job description

ERP Risk and Automation Manager- SAP Security, Controls & GRC

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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

The ERP, Analytics and Continuity Risk Consulting practice, assists with various consulting, internal, and external audit clients by bringing in-depth ERP, data analytics, and continuity skills where needed. Our ERAS practice is a group of highly specialized, multi-disciplined individuals with experience in multiple regulations and standards including accounting, government, and data privacy to meet the needs of our clients in the upper mid-market. The ERP risk team is typically engaged in complex, non-transactional, at times leading edge engagements that include but are not limited to, ERP implementation risk assessments, security and controls design on ERP implementations, or security and controls improvements for clients operating on large ERPs like SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics, segregation of duties assessments, and key report testing. We desire a confident individual who is able to both think strategically about risk and control management, while also being task oriented and capable of meeting the tight deadlines that often come with implementation-related work. We are seeking an individual looking for career growth in a fast-paced environment, with accelerated leadership opportunities. A rewarding work-life balance is possible with this role, as most of our national engagements are remote.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide subject-matter expertise in designing and testing SAP automated application controls
• Identify optimal SAP functional configuration options for control automation
• Lead testing of SAP application control design and effectiveness; validate test scripts and review results
• Act as SME for SAP application controls in external audits (financial, SOX, regulatory)
• Lead teams in assessing application control design during SAP implementations
• Identify automation opportunities through stakeholder interviews and control documentation review
• Conduct research on SAP configuration settings and propose innovative solutions
• Support SAP transformation projects: process modeling, controls, governance, testing, and data migration
• Assist in business development by leveraging SAP and business process knowledge
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to clients
• Assist in SAP Segregation of Duties and Sensitive Access ruleset assessment
• Model RSM’s core values: caring, curious, collaborative, courageous, and critical thinking
• Manage, mentor, and motivate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality client solutions
• Handle multiple client projects while contributing to internal initiatives (talent, practice, business development)
• Stay informed on industry trends and communicate leading risk management practices
• Manage a diverse portfolio of client work, ensuring profitability and risk management
• Mentor future firm leaders and support their professional development
• Proactively pursue personal development in industry, technical, and leadership areas
• Build a strong personal brand and network to drive growth for the risk advisory practice
• Scope, plan, and lead engagements; manage budgets and project delivery
  
  

Position Requirements:

• 5+ years of SAP experience
• Deep understanding of business processes and controls in SAP (various versions)
• ERP implementation experience; functional SAP background is a plus
• Secondary ERP experience in the field of security and controls preferred
• Broad industry experience or deep expertise in a specific industry
• Strong executive presence and ability to engage senior client leadership
• Familiarity with SOX, FDA, data privacy, ICFR, and other audit standards
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, accounting, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years in audit, internal audit, or internal control roles
• At least one certification (ex: CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE)
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Basic Understanding of SAP security and GRC (governance, risk and compliance)
• Proven experience managing project financials and delivering within budget
• Strong people management skills: mentoring, feedback, workload balancing
• IT General Controls experience preferred
• Prior consulting experience preferred
  
  

Standards of Performance:

• The successful candidate will have a strong sense of leadership and a high level of energy
• A self-starter with a practice building mentality who is hands on, results-oriented and leads by example
• Highly respected team leader and people developer with an ability to inspire others to follow
• Exceptional professionalism that commands the respect of colleagues and subordinates
• A strong entrepreneurial spirit with the highest levels of professional and personal honestly, integrity and ethics
  
  

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $98,000 - $167,000

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Accounting, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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