SOX Audit Manager
Strategic audit opportunity in the insurance industry supporting risk, compliance, and governance. Leverage your internal and external audit experience in a hybrid role based in Toronto or Waterloo. Apply your CPA, CIA, or CISA credentials in a high-impact environment with global exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of audits and advisory projects in alignment with departmental standards, timelines, and resource budgets.
- Understand operational and financial risks within business units and develop audit scopes to evaluate existing controls.
- Prepare, execute, and review test procedures to evaluate control effectiveness and ensure proper documentation.
- Conduct fieldwork and testing activities in a timely manner to meet project deadlines.
- Draft well-structured audit reports, including executive summaries and risk ratings.
- Lead and participate in SOX planning, walkthroughs, and testing phases.
- Apply analytical and critical thinking to enhance audit methodology.
- Embrace data analytics and innovative approaches to broaden audit coverage.
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across diverse teams and cultures.
- Be flexible in taking on complex audit tasks as assigned by senior management.
Qualifications
- A university degree is required.
- A recognized accounting (CPA, CA) or auditing (CIA, CISA) designation is preferred but not mandatory with sufficient relevant experience.
- 4+ years of experience in audit, risk management, or advisory / consulting roles.
- Familiarity with audit standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to clearly articulate recommendations and actively listen to others.
- Experience working in culturally and professionally diverse environments.
- Knowledge of data analysis tools is an asset.