Hybrid Manager, Internal Control – Finance

at Radio-Canada

• Job title: Manager, Internal Control – Finance
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Ottawa, Canada

About the role

• Manager of Internal Control in Finance responsible for leading key control programs and advising senior management. Seeking a CPA with extensive knowledge of internal control frameworks in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of our internal controls.
• Lead key internal control programs—including Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), IT General Controls (ITGCs), Entity-Level Controls (ELC), Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA), and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM).
• Conduct annual risk assessments to identify, test, and validate the design and effectiveness of key financial and IT controls.
• Support and maintain the Entity-Level Control (ELC) program, including its risk and controls matrix and maturity model.
• Manage the Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) program, maintaining the risk scenario inventory and ensuring adequate risk responses are tested and applied.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies related to accounting principles and internal controls.
• Act as the internal control SME on major corporate transformation projects, advising project managers on governance, risk, and control design from current to future state.
• Partner with business units across the Corporation to assess risks, review control deficiencies, and develop effective and timely action plans.
• Provide expert opinions and advice on governance, risks, and controls to senior management and staff in all business areas.
• Proactively identify opportunities and develop creative solutions to optimize, standardize, and strengthen the internal control environment, including creating new tools and training.
• Lead and mentor internal control team members and external contractors as required.
• Foster a high-performance culture and ensure project goals are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Actively support and contribute to the professional development of colleagues pursuing their CPA certification.

Requirements

• CPA designation is required.
• University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in Finance, Audit, or internal control positions.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is required.
• Extensive knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO, COBIT) and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit, information system (IT) audit, financial reporting, and IFRS standards.
• CIA or CISA designations are a strong asset.
• Proven management and leadership skills with the ability to mentor a team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build cross-functional alliances and influence senior management.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities