Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management
2 months ago
Job Summary
The University of Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director, Internal Audit to join its Office of the Chief Risk Officer. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit, risk management, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement an internal audit program that aligns with the University's strategies and risk tolerance policies and practices.
- Provide an independent, objective perspective that adds value and improves the University's management control framework relating to financial, operational, and risk management considerations.
- Assess internal controls, identify weaknesses, and make improvement recommendations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor an internal audit program using a blend of internal resources and outside expertise.
- Work with senior management to apply best practices in change management to expand recognition of the value-added of a robust internal audit program.
- Identify and assess key business risks and establish risk management policies based on the University's risk tolerance and current industry trends and best practices.
- Design, develop, and maintain internal control documents for the University.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop an annual and multi-year audit plan using a risk-based approach.
- Monitor financial activity to assess the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of global financial operations.
- Perform audit activity, including documenting processes, reviewing and analyzing forensic activity, and identifying and defining emerging issues.
- Responsible for annual internal audit reporting activity, analyzing findings and trends, and formulating high-level recommendations to address potential impacts.
- Collaborate directly with external auditors in the preparation of all yearly reporting.
- Manage financial records pertaining to internal audit in compliance with all legislation related to record keeping.
- Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified and/or reputed risks.
- Lead internal investigations of known or suspected violations of policies, procedures, errors, acts of fraudulent nature, misuse of University resources, or conflict of interest.
- Employ best practices in forensic accounting, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations for redress, while remaining impartial at all times.
- Lead efforts for ongoing optimization of all activity related to internal audit across the organization.
- Support a framework for ongoing quality control and quality assurance through recommendations on training, communication, and improvements to tools and processes.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, management, finance, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- A professional accounting designation is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in control, audit, risk, or in a field related to the functions of the position, preferably in a large organization with diverse sources of funding.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a management role.
- Experience simplifying, interpreting, and explaining complex information for a diverse audience.
- Experience delivering presentations in both official languages.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
- Proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships, identify sensitive issues, and influence without authority to drive acceptance of recommendations.
- High ethical standards and business acumen.
- Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written).
-
Director of Internal Audit
1 month ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob Title: Director, Internal AuditJoin the University of Ottawa as a Director, Internal Audit, and play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal controls and risk management practices.About the RoleThe Director, Internal Audit, will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our internal audit program,...
-
Director of Internal Audit
1 month ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob Title: Director, Internal AuditJoin the University of Ottawa as a Director, Internal Audit, and play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal controls and risk management practices.About the RoleThe Director, Internal Audit, will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our internal audit program,...
-
Lead Internal Audit and Risk Management
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeAbout the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) The Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) oversees Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, Insurance, Internal Audit, Protection Services and Emergency Management, as well as Health, Safety and Environmental Management. We strive to be a valued partner and advisor to University management, faculties,...
-
Lead Internal Audit and Risk Management
4 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeAbout the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) The Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) oversees Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, Insurance, Internal Audit, Protection Services and Emergency Management, as well as Health, Safety and Environmental Management. We strive to be a valued partner and advisor to University management, faculties,...
-
Director, Internal Audit
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeAbout the RoleThe University of Ottawa is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Internal Audit to join our team. As a key member of our Risk Management department, you will be responsible for leading our internal audit program and ensuring that our financial and operational controls are effective and efficient.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...
-
Internal Audit and Compliance Director
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob SummaryThe University of Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director, Internal Audit to join its Office of the Chief Risk Officer. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit, risk management, and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement an internal audit...
-
Internal Audit and Compliance Director
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob SummaryThe University of Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director, Internal Audit to join its Office of the Chief Risk Officer. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit, risk management, and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement an internal audit...
-
Chief Risk Officer and Internal Audit Leader
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob SummaryThe University of Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director, Internal Audit to join its Office of the Chief Risk Officer. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit, risk management, and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement an internal audit...
-
Chief Risk Officer and Internal Audit Leader
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob SummaryThe University of Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director, Internal Audit to join its Office of the Chief Risk Officer. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit, risk management, and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement an internal audit...
-
Risk Management Director
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob Title: Director, Internal AuditAt the University of Ottawa, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Internal Audit to join our team. As a key member of our Office of the Chief Risk Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal audit program.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...
-
Risk Management Director
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeJob Title: Director, Internal AuditAt the University of Ottawa, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Internal Audit to join our team. As a key member of our Office of the Chief Risk Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal audit program.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...
-
Internal Audit Manager
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CB Canada Full timeJob Summary:CB Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to provide support to the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in internal audit and excellent leadership skills.Key Responsibilities:Actively participates in department planning sessions to assist in developing a...
-
Internal Audit Manager
4 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CB Canada Full timeJob Summary:CB Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to provide support to the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in internal audit and excellent leadership skills.Key Responsibilities:Actively participates in department planning sessions to assist in developing a...
-
Senior Internal Audit Manager
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CB Canada Full timeJob Summary:CB Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to support the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit. The ideal candidate will have strong auditing skills and be able to work efficiently in a collaborative team environment.Key Responsibilities:Participate in department planning sessions to assist in developing an...
-
Senior Internal Audit Manager
4 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CB Canada Full timeJob Summary:CB Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to support the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit. The ideal candidate will have strong auditing skills and be able to work efficiently in a collaborative team environment.Key Responsibilities:Participate in department planning sessions to assist in developing an...
-
Director, Advocacy, Canada
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada The Institute of Internal Auditors Full timeDirector, Advocacy, Canada(Remote)SummaryThe Institute of Internal Auditors' (The IIA) Advocacy Director will operate as a lead advocate in advancing the organization's public policy and thought leadership goals in Canada. This position is primarily remote, but with a preference for the individual to be based in Ottawa or a major Canadian metropolitan area....
-
Auditor, Internal Audit Specialist
4 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Payments Canada Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Auditor, Internal Audit to join our team at Payments Canada. As a key member of our Internal Audit function, you will play a critical role in supporting the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of a sound internal payment operations audit practice.Your primary responsibilities will...
-
Auditor, Internal Audit Specialist
4 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Payments Canada Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Auditor, Internal Audit to join our team at Payments Canada. As a key member of our Internal Audit function, you will play a critical role in supporting the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of a sound internal payment operations audit practice.Your primary responsibilities will...
-
Director, Advocacy, Canada
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada The Institute of Internal Auditors Full timeDirector, Advocacy, Canada - Strategic Policy LeaderThis role operates as a lead advocate in advancing The Institute of Internal Auditors' (The IIA) public policy and thought leadership goals in Canada. The Director will report to the Senior Director for North American Advocacy and be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key...
-
Risk Management Director, Health and Safety
2 months ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full timeAbout the Office of the Chief Risk Officer:The Office of the Chief Risk Officer is a dynamic and forward-thinking team that plays a critical role in shaping the future of the University of Ottawa. Our office oversees Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, Insurance, Internal Audit, Protection Services, Emergency Management, and Health, Safety and...
