Information Technology Audit Senior Associate (Bilingual FR/EN)

PricewaterhouseCoopers International; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Technology Audit Senior Associate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will assist clients in optimizing their control activities and enhancing their operational efficiency through thorough audits and assessments. You will leverage your expertise in technology risk assessment and IT control frameworks to provide valuable insights and recommendations. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, helping organizations navigate complex reporting requirements while promoting a culture of inclusion and diversity. Join a company that values your contributions and supports your career growth with a competitive compensation package and a commitment to your well-being.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexibility programs

Continuous development environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential.
• Working towards CPA, CISA, or similar designations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of IT controls and document audit evidence.
• Consult with clients on operational controls and process improvements.

Skills

Documentation of processes and controls

Technology risk assessment

Data analytics

IT control frameworks knowledge

Fluency in English and French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

COSO

COBIT

ISO 27001

Data visualization tools

Job description

A career in our External Audit Process Assurance practice, within Process Assurance services, will enable you to assist clients in optimising control activities, organisational strategy, and policies and procedures. You’ll conduct transaction testing, perform readiness assessments, and leverage various technical Information Technology controls (e.g. databases, operating systems, data warehouses, and reporting tools) in order to help our clients achieve optimal operational efficiency. Our team helps organisations navigate the increasingly complex reporting environments by improving internal controls and increasing confidence in the quality of the information produced by their internal systems. We focus on the design, documentation, and operations of controls around the financial reporting process, including financial business process and Information Technology management controls.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Information Technology Audit Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Provide certification services, including the assessment of technology risks, leveraging control frameworks (COSO, COBIT).
2. Participate in audits of IT Controls, testing of automated and manual business process controls, internal audits with an IT focus, Service Organization Control audits, ISO 27001 certification and projects in the general IT security space.
3. Carry out the work in an optimal fashion in compliance with deadlines and budgetary requirements outlined in the planning phase.
4. Consult with our clients on operational controls and process improvement.
5. Documenting clear and concise audit evidence obtained during the execution of the audit and validate their relevance and quality of information.
6. Conduct analyses of control deficiencies noted during the course of the audit and their impact on financial data and the overall audit strategy.
7. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships internally with PwC teams and external clients.
8. Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or business related.
2. Working towards one of these designations: CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CIA, CGAP, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
3. Proven ability to document processes and controls, develop and execute testing programs.
4. Strong knowledge of technology, IT practices and standards, infrastructure-related risks and controls in the areas of security and IT control frameworks.
5. Exposure to data analytics and visualization tools.
6. Demonstrated commitment to valuing inclusion and diversity, as well as coaching individuals with diverse perspectives.
7. The successful candidate requires fluency in English, in addition to French as they will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or stakeholders during the course of their employment with PwC Canada.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc.

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.