Senior Internal Controls Specialist

Our client, a leading consulting organization, is seeking two Senior Internal Controls Specialists to support compliance testing and internal controls assessment across key business processes. These specialists will perform design and operating effectiveness testing, conduct walkthroughs, document findings, and support the delivery of high-quality audit and compliance outcomes.Ideal candidates bring a strong background in internal controls, regulatory compliance, and audit methodologies within business, operational, or IT environments. These roles are fully remote with occasional travel for client touchpoints.Advantages•100% remote role with flexibility, aside from occasional client site visits•Opportunity to contribute to high-visibility compliance and assurance initiatives•Work within an established consulting environment and collaborate with senior stakeholders•Engage in meaningful audit, testing, and controls assessment work with enterprise-wide impact•Build relationships across multiple business units and enhance your professional portfolioResponsibilities•Conduct comprehensive compliance testing of internal controls across various business processes•Perform detailed walkthroughs, leveraging a strong understanding of control design (including the 5Ws)•Assess both design and operating effectiveness of controls•Document test procedures, results, findings, and exceptions with precision and clarity•Develop and maintain thorough project documentation for management reporting•Manage multiple testing projects concurrently while adhering to internal methodologies, timelines, and regulatory requirements•Lead and facilitate meetings with business stakeholders to gain process understanding and validate control activities•Coach and support junior team members as required•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives and uphold quality standardsQualifications•Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field•Professional designation preferred: CIA, CA, CMA, CGA•7+ years of internal/external audit, internal controls, or compliance testing experience•Strong knowledge of banking regulations, SOX 404, NI 52-109•Understanding of internal control frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO27000 (asset)•Familiarity with standards related to service organization reporting (e.g., CSAE 316, SSAE 16, ISA) and CICA requirements for special audit reports•Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Google SuiteAdditional Skills•Strong report writing, communication, and presentation abilities•Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines•High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy•Consultative mindset with strong stakeholder-management capabilities•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision•Strong ethical judgment and understanding of professional standards•Experience performing root cause analysis and drafting audit or test reports•Ability to operate in Toronto time zone (preference for Toronto-based candidates)SummaryOur client is seeking experienced Senior Internal Controls Specialists to lead compliance testing, walkthroughs, and control design/operating effectiveness assessments over a three-month engagement. The successful candidates will bring robust audit or compliance experience, strong regulatory and controls knowledge, and demonstrated project management capability. They must be capable of managing multiple testing streams concurrently, collaborating across business units, and producing high-quality documentation and reporting.Candidates must be available for virtual interviews and able to begin December 1, 2025. Resumes must be submitted in PDF format with full submission notes included.Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.