Manager/Associate Director, Investment Audit

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and purpose-driven organization that values your impact. As a leader in the pension sector, this role offers the chance to manage assurance engagements across diverse investment sectors. Collaborate with stakeholders, provide actionable insights, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to employee growth and community support, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful difference in a thriving workplace. Embrace the opportunity to enhance your career while supporting the interests of over 600,000 members.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in external assurance or internal audit.
• Strong knowledge of Capital Markets and Investments.

Responsibilities

• Lead assurance and consulting engagements related to Capital Markets.
• Prepare and present audit findings to management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Data Analytics

Education

CFA Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Choose a workplace that empowers your impact.

Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise, and experience. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be — and deliver — your best.

We are a purpose-driven, dynamic, and sustainable pension plan. An industry-leading global investor with teams in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney, and other major cities across North America and Europe. We embody the values of our 600,000+ members, placing their best interests at the heart of everything we do.

Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work.

Don’t just work anywhere — come build tomorrow together with us.

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Position Overview

Reporting into the Director of Internal Audit responsible for Investment Business Units, you will lead assurance and consulting engagements related to Capital Markets, Infrastructure, Private Equity, and associated risk management and investment operations functions. You will manage end-to-end processes including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issues closure.

Key Responsibilities

• Engagement Management: Plan and manage the completion of engagements, ensuring all are executed, documented, and communicated timely.
• Client Liaison: Maintain regular communication with internal clients during engagements to keep them informed of progress and outcomes.
• Action Plans: Develop relevant and constructive action plans addressing root causes of issues and present findings to stakeholders.
• Reporting: Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to the Director and management.
• Follow-Up: Monitor and follow up on management’s remediation plans promptly.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build effective partnerships across the organization.
• Risk Awareness: Stay informed on organizational and emerging risks to contribute to audit planning and safeguard organizational interests.
• Consultation: Provide real-time feedback on business initiatives from a controls perspective, offering recommendations as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to methodology updates and strategic initiatives for team growth.

Competencies

• Demonstrate integrity, ethical conduct, and high professional standards.
• Deliver quality work within deadlines, persisting through obstacles.
• Adapt to changing priorities while focusing on organizational goals.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Take ownership and accountability for activities and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in external assurance or internal audit.
• Strong knowledge of Capital Markets, Investments, or related risk management; CFA preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to quickly grasp new complex areas; data analytics expertise is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with strong deck-building abilities.
• Capable of managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

As one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, our people-first culture reflects the communities we serve and the members we support.

We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and an employee experience that fosters belonging through various Employee Resource Groups, leadership sponsorship, and recognition programs.