Manager, Corporate Internal Audit and Data Analytics

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever
- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

The Senior Manager, Corporate Internal Audit and Data Analytics is responsible for supporting the Senior Director Corporate Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance in the planning and execution of risk based Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Financial, and Compliance audits/reviews/advisory mandates in accordance with accepted professional standards in order to not only determine compliance with Company policies and procedures and adherence to applicable laws and regulations, but to also develop practical recommendations for continuous process improvement opportunities over management’s best practice internal controls and risk management processes across the organization
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in the development of detailed risk focused audit plans and programs relative to applicable goals and performance objectives of the company and identified risks through formalized risk management program.
- Executes and completes Information Technology reviews including but not limited to Regulation 52-109 compliance, ITGC, SAP Application Controls, Cybersecurity, and internal controls for other key business systems (on-site and remote testing).
- Provide advisory support to IT management on a collaborative basis while maintaining independence on IT projects related to internal controls and risk management.
- Performs specific audit procedures including use of data analytics and automated workflows where applicable.
- Prepares audit reports identifying strengths and weaknesses, findings and recommendations and provides Senior Director, Corporate Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance and senior management as required.
- Develops and creates documentation of specified business processes, risks, controls and maintenance of such.
- Collaborates with the Senior Director Corporate Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance and Information Technology team in the development of risk management tools and training materials leveraging AuditBoard third party solution.
- Interacts and coordinates with external audit firm and provides support for IT audits.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce computer Science, or related field.
- Certified Systems Auditor (CISA) in good standing
- Valid Passport for travel in North America
- Minimum 3 years of related experience through public accounting, risk advisory services, external or internal auditing or relevant industry experience
- Bilingual - Proficiency in English and working knowledge of French, spoken and written.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Relationship management abilities at all position levels
- Respects and adheres to ethical principles regarding data protection and confidentiality
- Discretion in approach to work because of the sensitive nature of information
- Knowledge of IT audit and security standards, frameworks, statements and practices (e.g. COBIT, NIST)
- Knowledge of 52-109 (SOX) Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting
- SAP or other major ERP system experience is a definite asset
- Working knowledge of data analytic and reporting tools (e.g. ACL, Alteryx, Power BI)
- Knowledge and use of automated risk management tools such as AuditBoard is valued
- Excellent grasp of the risks and controls surrounding business and information system processes
- Flexible, cooperative attitude with ability to quickly adapt to change and varied work assignments
- Ability to work under pressure when required and to meet established deadlines
- Ability to multi-task and undertake other operational work assignments

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
- Competitive compensation
- Annual Profit Share Program
- Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
- Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
- Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information,