Manager/Associate Director, Investment Audit

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager/Associate Director for Investment Audit. In this pivotal role, you will lead assurance and consulting engagements across Capital Markets, Infrastructure, and Private Equity, ensuring effective risk management and investment operations. Your expertise will guide the planning, execution, and reporting of audits while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and drive strategic projects within a dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about delivering high-quality audit work, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in audit roles, with a focus on Capital Markets and Investments.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Audit Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

CFA Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Manager/Associate Director, Investment Audit

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Overview

Reporting to 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

1. Engagement Management: Plan and manage the completion of engagements, ensuring all are executed, documented, and communicated timely.
2. Client Liaison: Maintain regular communication with internal clients during engagements to update on progress and outcomes.
3. Action Plans: Develop relevant and constructive action plans addressing root causes of issues and present findings to stakeholders.
4. Reporting: Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to the Director and management.
5. Follow-Up: Monitor and follow up on management’s remediation plans promptly.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: Build effective partnerships across the organization.
7. Risk Awareness: Keep current on organizational and emerging risks, regulatory requirements, and assess their impact.
8. Consultation: Provide real-time feedback on business initiatives from a controls perspective, offering recommendations.
9. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to team initiatives for methodology updates and strategic projects.

Competencies

• Integrity, ethical conduct, and high professional standards.
• High-quality audit work within deadlines; resilience in obstacles.
• Adaptability to fast-changing priorities while focusing on organizational goals.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership qualities with ownership and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in external/internal assurance or consulting audit roles.
• Knowledge of Capital Markets, Investments, or related risk management; CFA preferred.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to quickly understand new complex areas; data analytics expertise a plus.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills; deck-building skills advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.

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