Business Partner, Internal Controls and Risk

1 week ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada CPA Western School of Business Full time

The CPA Western School of Business (CPAWSB) provides an innovative, competency-based learning program to more than 15,000 learners in Western and Northern Canada who are completing their formal education towards certification as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada. CPAWSB delivers the CPA Preparatory Courses and the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) through a combination of online distance learning and face-to-face modules which prepare candidates for the national Common Final Examination (CFE). The School is dedicated to providing excellent service in meeting learners' education and support needs and to working effectively with everyone.

We currently have an opportunity for a full-time permanent position of Business Partner, Internal Controls and Risk. Reporting to the CFO, the Business Partner, Internal Controls and Risk is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control framework and risk management strategy. This role collaborates with departments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, enhance operational efficiency, and mitigate risks.

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with preference given to candidates located in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to:


• Maintain and execute the Internal Controls Program and Fraud Risk Management Program.


• Recommend internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational objectives.


• Conduct regular assessments of internal controls to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements.


• Collaborate with departments to design and implement effective internal control measures.


• Ensure the Fraud Risk Management Program Workplan is completed for each three-year cycle.


• Review process maps to ensure proper internal controls are in place.


• Maintain and execute the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.


• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization.


• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and action plans.


• Develop and maintain Business Continuity, Crisis Management, and Emergency Response Plans, aligning them with Information Systems Incident Response plans.


• Oversee the Corporate Insurance Program to mitigate risk, liaising with insurance agents and external legal counsel to review coverage and confirm appropriate insurance levels.


• Maintain and execute the Compliance Framework, ensuring the annual compliance workplan is executed.


• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards through regular reviews and providing guidance and training to department leaders.


• Develop and implement the organization's ESG strategy, identifying key ESG issues and opportunities, preparing comprehensive ESG reports, and fostering a culture of sustainability and social responsibility.


• Support the CFO with advice to the Board, attend Directors Working Group meetings, present internal control findings, monitor external risks, engage departmental directors, and train employees on the importance of internal controls.


• Conduct annual reviews of personal information collection, ensure privacy measures are integrated into team activities, and coordinate with the School's privacy officer.

Knowledge and Experience Required


• A minimum of five years of experience in an internal controls position that designed or implemented an internal controls program.


• Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) Designation is required.


• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Designation is required.


• Experience in risk management and compliance preferred.


• Experience in ESG reporting is considered an asset.


• Certified Risk Management (CRM) Designation or equivalent is considered an asset.


• Experience presenting to and working directly with senior leadership and audit committees is considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong presentation skills and the ability to provide training to groups of individuals online or in-person.


• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.


• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and critically, using relevant information and applying it in the context of long-range planning and foresight.


• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional relationships with both internal and external groups.


• The ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, is essential for this role. We value multilingual skills and encourage applicants who can bring diverse linguistic perspectives to our team.

The School offers a hybrid work model. The CPAWSB is based primarily in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. If based outside of these centers, the successful candidate may be required to travel to a CPAWSB office from time to time, or as required.

The salary range for this role is $83,200 to $124,800. Along with a comprehensive benefits package, CPAWSB offers an exciting and challenging work environment, as well as a company culture that values: Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, Responsiveness, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

If you believe that you could thrive in our environment, and are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit a detailed cover letter and resume for consideration to humanresources@cpawsb.ca on or before March 28, 2025.

CPAWSB is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, members of racialized and other diverse groups. CPAWSB thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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