Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000
Who we are:
Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. CG is driven by an unwavering commitment to build lasting client relationships – we achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive wealth management solutions and investment banking services. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions.
We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and finding innovative, bespoke solutions. Our entrepreneurial and friendly team will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and collaboration and strive to eliminate bureaucratic thinking. We’re looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have an impact with innovative ideas and best practices.
Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help deliver superior experiences for our clients. At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.
Our Canadian operations are looking for an Internal Auditor to join the organization for a 15-month contract. The successful candidate will have previous experience auditing ICFR (Internal Controls over Financial Reporting), and an understanding of the brokerage industry. This position will report functionally to the Manager, Internal Audit/Project Lead and administratively to the Global Head of Internal Audit.
Responsibilities:
- Perform advisory and assurance audit services of an advanced or complex nature requiring strong judgment, a systematic and disciplined approach.
- Assist in improving the organizations risk management, control and governance processes.
- Exhibit the highest level of professional objectivity in gathering, evaluating, and communicating information about the activity or process being examined.
- A thorough knowledge of ICFR. Coordinate with external auditors to plan and scope ICFR work required, identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce duplication of efforts.
- Plan and execute various audit engagements as assigned in a manner that adheres to auditing standards including: scheduling interviews with process owners, requesting control documentation, conducting fieldwork and communicating audit results.
- Standardize audit documentation in an effort to improve output consistency, facilitate internal/external reviews and meet IIA standards.
- Provide recommendations in reports that are well thought-out, practical and written in a format that can be delivered directly to Executive Management and the Board.
- Perform peer reviews to ensure continuity and to facilitate knowledge transfer and coach team members in areas where the candidate is the subject matter expert.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Professional accounting and/or audit designation preferred (CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA, CMA, CGA, CA) with a minimum of 2 – 3 years post-qualification experience in an audit role.
- Knowledge of IT audit procedures/ITGCs considered a significant asset.
- Knowledge of ICFR (NI 52-109), IFRS and COSO framework preferred.
- Knowledge of auditing management software , Riskonnect, considered a significant asset.
- Experience and expertise in Data Analytics is an asset.
- Knowledge of the brokerage industry considered a significant asset.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to interact with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and at different levels within the organization.
- Must be proficient in internal audit standards.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Must be able to travel for approximately 10% of the time, if required.
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In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.
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