Senior Consultant- Technology Risk- Assurance

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advisory services is seeking a Senior to join their Technology Risk team in Calgary. This role involves managing IT audit engagements, enhancing client relationships, and preparing detailed audit reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT audit, excellent communication skills, and a passion for client service.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Great vacation policy

Paid personal days

Support and coaching from engaging colleagues

Learning opportunities to develop new skills

Flexibility in handling your role

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in IT external and/or internal audit.
• Possessing relevant accounting/audit designation(s) or working towards one (e.g. CISA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of COSO, COBIT, ITIL, or other IT frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external audit projects.
• Lead on-site coordination for audit clients.
• Prepare comprehensive IT audit reports.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems

Tools

SAP S4/HANA

Oracle Financials

JD Edwards

SharePoint

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: May 22, 2025

Requisition ID: 1610205

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Technology is transforming business operations, offering new opportunities for delivering services, entering new markets, and enhancing operational processes. However, these opportunities come with risks. Our clients seek independent advice and assurance on various issues, including the design and operation of internal controls, the security of business-critical systems, the delivery of major IT-enabled programs, relationships with third parties, and the management, stewardship, and exploitation of business-critical data.

The opportunity

EY is seeking a Senior to join our Technology Risk team supporting external audit engagements (IT Audit) as well as third party assurance engagements (IT Attestation). This professional will support engagement teams and directly assist clients in utilizing information systems, resources, and controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risks. The successful candidate will collaborate with client personnel to analyze, evaluate, and enhance information systems that support the business's internal control processes. Additionally, they will assist clients and other IT professionals in conducting information technology (IT) control and security engagements.

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Are you passionate about IT audit and ready to make a real impact? At EY, we’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to be part of a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking team that thrives on collaboration and innovation. As a Senior Staff in our IT Audit practice, you’ll work alongside professionals from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives — all united by a shared commitment to excellence and integrity.

Here, your expertise won’t just be valued — it will help shape the future of audit services and deliver exceptional value to some of the world’s most respected organizations. If you're looking for a career where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you.

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Your key responsibilities

Management of Audit Engagements:

• Provide high-quality professional management of internal and external audit projects.
• Understand EY’s practices and service offerings, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.

On-Site Coordination:

• Lead and support on-site coordination for audit clients, including planning and briefing the team on the client's IT environment and industry trends.
• Coach and mentor staff, ensuring effective communication with clients and successful completion of audit engagements.

Client Relationship Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with client management to manage expectations regarding service delivery, work products, and timelines.
• Deliver value to clients by aligning services with their specific needs and industry challenges.

Preparation of Audit Reports:

• Prepare comprehensive IT audit reports assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of control structures.
• Provide practical recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of controls and processes.
• Discuss and resolve IT audit issues and recommendations with client management, fostering a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Understanding of Information Systems:
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex information systems and apply this knowledge to client situations, ensuring relevant insights are provided.

Skills and attributes for success

• A passion to contribute to the growth of the practice
• Ability to coach and mentor junior staff on engagements.
• Hands on experience with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP S4/HANA, Oracle Financials or JD Edwards.
• Highly professional with ability to work in challenging, diverse and evolving client environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to build strong client relationships
• Strong team working skills

What we are looking for

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in IT external and/or internal audit;
• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Commerce, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or other relevant program required.
• Possessing relevant accounting / audit designation(s) or working towards one (e.g. CISA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of COSO, COBIT, ITIL, or other IT frameworks would be as asset.
• Proficiency using SharePoint and MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, OneNote and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel

As an ambassador for the Tech Risk team, you will need to build a strong network internally and be able to exceed our clients' high expectations. We are seeking high performing individuals who have been recognised for exceeding expectations.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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