About the Role
Reporting to a senior leader within the internal controls function, this role will play a key part in strengthening and evolving the organization’s IT controls and governance framework. The successful candidate will partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to support regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, process optimization, and enterprise-wide control initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and support IT internal controls programs, including risk assessments, testing activities, monitoring, and reporting
- Evaluate IT and business processes to identify control gaps, assess risk exposure, and recommend improvements
- Develop and enhance internal control methodologies, frameworks, and testing approaches
- Support enterprise governance initiatives related to technology, compliance, system implementations, and operational risk management
- Partner with business and technology leaders to strengthen control design and support remediation efforts
- Oversee control testing, documentation, deficiency tracking, and follow-up activities
- Coordinate with external auditors and third-party providers to ensure efficient and effective audit and compliance processes
- Prepare reporting materials and presentations for senior leadership and governance committees
- Contribute to strategic initiatives involving technology transformation, vendor risk, and operational process improvement
- Mentor and support junior team members while helping drive a collaborative and high-performing environment
What You Bring
- 5+ years of experience in IT internal controls, IT audit, internal audit, compliance, or risk management
- Previous leadership or team management experience in a professional or corporate environment
- Strong knowledge of internal control and governance frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, SOX/ICFR-related environments)
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance and enterprise risk initiatives within a complex organization
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field
- CISA designation is required; CPA or CIA designation is considered an asset
- Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience interacting with senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Financial services or asset management industry experience is considered an asset
Why Join
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where internal controls and governance are viewed as strategic business functions. The role offers broad exposure across the organization, involvement in high-impact initiatives, and strong potential for long-term career growth and leadership development.
