Auditor (CPA) in Toronto

Bring your audit expertise to the insurance sector for our client and contribute to initiatives that strengthen governance and risk management.

Work in a dynamic global environment with exposure to innovative tools, diverse business areas, and valuable learning opportunities.

What is in it for you

• Salaried: $67-77 per hour.
• Incorporated Business Rate: $78-88 per hour.
• 12-month contract with the potential for permanent employment.
• Weekday schedule from 9 am to 5 pm.
• Hybrid work, with 3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit and advisory projects in accordance with department standards, resource budgets, and target dates, and report scheduling or budget overruns to the Director.
• Understand the risks managed by the business unit and develop concise, risk-based audit strategies and scope.
• Lead and coach audit staff assisting on projects and review test procedures and results to ensure test objectives and documentation standards are met.
• Exercise sound judgment when evaluating audit findings and developing practical, value-added recommendations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-organised audit reports.
• Apply analytical skills and remain open-minded when exploring different ways to audit.
• Embrace and use data analytics to improve audit coverage.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with management.
• Coach and mentor junior staff on the team.
• Lead various SOX processes, assist with SOX/MAR planning, and provide oversight during walkthrough and testing phases.
• Actively follow up on open issues with management, maintain open communication, and lead remediation testing of issues.
• Use technology to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process.

What you will need to succeed

• Required qualifications
• University degree.
• 5+ years of internal or external audit, risk management, operations, or equivalent business, advisory, or consulting experience.
• Ability to quickly understand business processes and their risk implications, analyze complex situations, reach appropriate conclusions, and provide value-added and practical feedback.
• Preferred qualifications
• Recognised accounting designation, such as CPA or CA, or auditing designation, such as CIA or CISA, preferable but not essential for candidates with good industry experience.
• Knowledge and experience in third-party management and/or AI.
• Strong understanding of risks, controls, and governance practices related to third-party management and/or AI.
• Exposure to data analytics tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks, risk management practices, and SOX requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing and to listen to and consider the ideas of others.
• Results-oriented approach with the ability to balance multiple priorities and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
• Proven relationship skills, including demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Leadership skills in achieving departmental, project, and individual objectives and developing staff.
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