Senior Analyst, Internal Control

Groupe Dynamite Inc.; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe Dynamite Inc. in Montréal is seeking a Senior Analyst for Internal Controls to strengthen ICFR compliance for NI 52-109. You will support the Internal Controls Director, coordinate risk assessments, and guide controls testing across business processes.

The role requires a CPA or CIA pathway, 7+ years in internal audit or ICFR testing, deep COSO knowledge, ITGC understanding, and fluent French and English for partner collaboration with suppliers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Pursuing CPA or CIA certification.
• 7+ years of audit experience in public accounting or internal controls testing.
• Strong understanding of ITGC, application controls, and service organization impacts on ICFR.
• Knowledge of COSO (2013) framework.
• Detail-oriented; capable of managing multiple long-term projects.
• Bilingual in French and English for daily communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the ICFR program, including risk assessments and controls design and testing.
• Collaborate with process owners to identify and monitor significant business risks.
• Support certification, coordinate remediation, and liaise with external auditors.
• Evaluate control effectiveness and propose remedial improvements.
• Assist with project and risk assessments ensuring compliance.
• Coordinate walkthroughs and testing with accuracy per standards.
• Contribute to other ICFR program areas as needed.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

CPA/CIA candidate

7+ years audit

ITGC & COSO

Audit methodologies

Detail-oriented

Bilingual FR/EN

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

COSO (2013)

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, privately held house of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Analyst for our Internal Controls team. In this role, you will play a key part in our Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program for NI 52-109 compliance. You will support the Internal Controls Director in providing independent, objective assurance and advice to help Management and the Audit Committee fulfill their risk management, internal controls, and governance requirements from a business perspective.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team on the implementation and ongoing management of the ICFR program, including conducting risk assessments, designing internal controls, and performing controls testing;
• Collaborate with internal teams and process owners to implement and maintain internal controls, ensuring that significant risks related to business processes are identified and monitored;
• Support the certification process, coordinate remediation plans, and work with external auditors to ensure ongoing compliance;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of business controls, identifying potential gaps and proactively recommending remedial measures to improve internal controls;
• Assist with project and risk assessments, ensuring compliance;
• Facilitate the preparation and timely completion of walkthroughs and testing with accuracy and in alignment with organizational goals and standards;
• Assist with other areas of the ICFR program, as required.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Completion of, or in the process of completing, relevant professional certifications, such as CPA or CIA;
• 7+ years of experience as an auditor for an accounting firm, or experience with internal audit and testing internal controls at a mid-size or large public company;
• Deep understanding of the relationships between ITGC, application controls, use of service organizations, and their impacts on the control environment, over ICFR;
• Deep understanding of internal controls frameworks, including COSO (2013);
• Knowledge and understanding of audit and controls testing methodologies;
• Detail-oriented with a meticulous nature, a passion for compliance, proficiency in managing long-term projects, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal's Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…

No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.#NR-LI1