Manager, IT Audit

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Reporting into the Vice-President, the Manager of IT Audit will manage the IT component of OMERS Internal Control Program, and perform engagement planning, executing, and reporting for IT operational audit activities across OMERS. The successful candidate will also be responsible for evaluating and identifying opportunities to improve the effectiveness of risk management, controls, and governance processes. This role involves interaction with senior executives and requires strong collaboration and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Develop and implement audit plans, including risk assessments and audit scopes.
• Execute audit engagements and create reports ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Identify key risks and control weaknesses, and provide recommendations to management.
• Liaise with external auditors, maintain a control database, and perform testing of IT controls in the Internal Controls Program. 

Leadership and Team Management:

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Provide support to team members.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management, and external auditors.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to various audiences, ensuring clarity and impact.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting internal audit and risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the internal audit function, leveraging and promoting use of technology and data analytics to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance and Governance:

• Ensure internal audit activities are conducted in compliance with the IIA’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Code of Ethics.
• Support the Internal Audit leadership team in developing and maintaining the internal audit charter, policies, methodologies,  and procedures.
• Participate in the annual risk assessment process and assist in the development of the annual audit plan.

Qualifications:

• University degree in IT, Computer Science/Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional IT auditing/accounting designation (CISA/CISSP/CISM/CRISC/CIA/CPA CA/CGA/CMA).
• Minimum of 5 years IT auditing and IT risk and control experience.
• Solid technical background with hands-on knowledge in the following areas:
  • IT processes (Information Security, Logical Access, Change Management, Data Management, Service Management, etc.);   
  • Technical domains (Network, Infrastructure, Applications); and
  • Data analytics (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk management, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, COSO).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality audit results.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools is highly desirable.

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Demonstrates ethical behavior, integrity, and objectivity in all activities.
• Performance: Applies logical reasoning and analytical skills to evaluate complex issues and develop effective solutions. Possesses deep knowledge of internal audit principles, practices, and regulatory requirements. Effectively plans, organizes, and manages audit projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Environment: Embraces change and demonstrates flexibility in response to evolving business needs and priorities.
• Leadership and Communication: Inspires and motivates the audit team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment. Effectively conveys information and ideas, both verbally and in writing, to various stakeholders.

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