Hybrid Associate Audit Manager

at Canada Life

• Job title: Associate Audit Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: CA$80,400 - CA$125,400 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, Canada

About the role

• Associate Manager of Internal Audit overseeing auditing teams and processes at Canada Life. Supporting financial auditing with a focus on governance, risk, and control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Manager of Internal Audit, the Associate Manager will support the achievement of Internal Audit’s vision to provide bold insights for a company that delivers on its promises to customers, by :
• Under the direction of an engagement supervisor, lead and oversee auditors in performing audit planning, test program development, execution, and reporting, including:
• Identifying risk and assessing control adequacy
• Recommending appropriate strategies to optimize risks, benefits, and quality
• Managing budgets for assigned audits and communicating status
• Developing high-quality reports and presentations suitable for a range of stakeholders
• Performing data analytics by defining problem statements, identifying relevant datasets, and leveraging data analytics tools available to derive insights
• Demonstrating strong working knowledge of and compliance with internal audit methodology
• Delivering on-the-job coaching and feedback to develop auditors
• Leading and/or reviewing testing of financial controls and engagements that support our external audits
• Contributing to annual risk-based audit planning through research and risk assessment
• Supporting the Findings Follow-up and Closure process by reviewing remediation and liaising with business stakeholders
• Leading and/or participating in professional practice and improvement initiatives
• Cultivating business relationships and work collaboratively with other functional areas
• Creating and maintaining a positive work environment
• Seeking learning and development opportunities in line with organizational needs and personal aspirations.

Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or another related field
• 5+ years audit experience
• A recognized accounting or audit designation (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA)
• Strong working knowledge of governance, risk, control frameworks and audit methodologies
• Strong project management skills demonstrated by ability to complete multiple projects with competing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including experience delivering difficult messages and drafting formal audit reports
• Self-motivation with a passion to learn and embrace new challenges
• Strong analytical skills and ability to apply audit concepts in various functional areas
• Experience with Excel and data analytics tools

Benefits

• Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
• Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.