Senior Audit Manager, IT Audit

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada Scotiabank Full time

 

 

 

Requisition ID: 209118

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

 

Purpose:
The Audit Department is the 3rd Line of Defense and plays a key role in the internal control system of the Bank. Its mandate is to provide enterprise-wide, independent, objective assurance over the design and operation of the Bank’s internal control, risk management and governance processes.


The objective of this position is to fulfill a Senior Manager role, within a team of IT audit professionals to assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls relating to IT technology, applications, data, third party, risk management, projects and related processes supporting businesses throughout Bank. Leads and oversees the Audit Function globally ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are executed / delivered in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.
 

Accountabilities

  • Leads and drives a customer focused culture throughout their team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.

  • Act primarily as Officer in Charge (OIC) for assigned projects, processes and units. May act as Audit Principal in some low to medium complexity assignments.

  • Ensure Scotiabank standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics are maintained in completion of all assignments.

  • Assists in the development and execution of a comprehensive and strategic audit plan. Ensures auditable entities remain within cycle and conducts ongoing monitoring activities to stay abreast of changes (business/industry/regulatory) / emerging risks / themes or systemic issues that may impact the risk assessment of the audit universe and the audit plan. May also execute assigned audit activities independently as a team member under the direction of the OIC on assignments.

  • Lead the execution, planning, and reporting on the assigned audit projects. Obtains a thorough understanding of the business/unit/process and associated risks, develops a risk-based audit plan/procedures, and schedules timing and resources.

  • Manages and supervises end- to- end process of the execution of the audit, and ensures nature and extent of testing is appropriate to support the objective, scope and overall opinion. Completes timely review of workpapers, ensures internal control weaknesses are clearly documented with recommendations addressing the root cause and are communicated timely to management.

  • Ensures audit results are gathered, determine the root cause of the problem and the associated impact and report accordingly. Confirm the audit results with the auditee. Present an overview of the audit results and findings to line management. Follow-up for corrective action/progress against any reported issues. Escalate where necessary.

  • Ensures audit reports are written to a consistent high standard and are finalized within established department metrics.

  • Carry out specific projects or investigations of a moderate or high complexity and/or confidential nature. Plan, document and seek agreement in advance to the project approach and confirm conclusions upon completion in writing.

  • Manage self-development by confirming/communicating job expectations, identifying mentors/coaches and enquiring about training needs, ensuring timely completion of performance appraisals, recruiting, interviewing and selecting candidates, manages assigned staff.

  • Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.

  • Creates an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.

  • Builds a high performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment and using a coaching mindset and behaviours; communicating vison/values/business strategy; and, managing succession and development planning for the team.


Education/Experience:

  • Extensive experience in auditing IT processes general controls (ITGC), application, data, third party, technology controls and Project audits. Technology Risk Management experience in financial services industry is a significant advantage.

  • Strong people management and coaching/development skills. 

  • Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.

  • Highly proficient at applying risk-based auditing standards, practices, techniques, processes and methodologies to performance and review of audits.

  • Working knowledge of the operations and regulatory environments of each of the audit units globally, as required for specific areas of assigned responsibility.

  • Ability to supervise multiple projects at any given time.

  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to work with staff and management at various levels.

  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in the use of data analytic or visualization tools. Experience with Python, JavaScript, and Data Analytics and using automation and data analytics tools including SAS, ACL, advanced Excel, etc.

  • Proven ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment.

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.

  • One or more of the following certifications: CIA, CISA, CRISC, CDMP, CIMP

 

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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