Senior Manager, Internal Audit

At IMCO, our talent is among the best! IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career.

We offer a culture of collaboration and passion, creating unwavering value for the clients we serve. Our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario's public sector funds and build a high-performing, value-based Asset Management firm in the heart of downtown Toronto.

If you are ready to drive best-in-class service, and join a collaborative, motivated, and fun team of professionals, we're ready to offer you a great place to work with exciting opportunities for growth and development.

If you want to use your expertise to drive strategic business outcomes, then we want you at IMCO!

The Senior Manager of Internal Audit will be a key player in transitioning IMCO's internal audit function from an outsourced model to a co-sourced model. This role is critical in assessing the current audit provider, establishing the necessary framework for a co-sourced model, and managing the internal audit process in alignment with IMCO's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the current outsourced internal audit provider and identify areas for improvement.

• Lead the RFP process to select a suitable co-sourced internal audit provider.

• Develop and implement an internal audit framework tailored to a co-sourced model.

• Manage the execution of audits according to the approved plan, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and risk management practices.

• Oversee risk assessments, audit planning, and resource allocation for each engagement.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding audit activities and outcomes.

• Supervise audit teams, providing guidance and reviewing work for comprehensiveness and quality.

• Maintain productive relationships with clients, staff, and external partners.

• Stay informed of changes in the business environment and internal audit best practices.

• Represent the internal audit function in organizational projects and management meetings.

• Propose enhancements to the internal audit processes and methodologies.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) is highly desirable.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in internal auditing within the financial services, asset management, or pension industry.

• Proven experience in auditing public and private investment classes.

• Demonstrated ability in managing audit engagements and leading teams.

• Familiarity with the transition from outsourced to co-sourced audit models is an asset.

• In-depth understanding of internal audit standards, risk management, and control frameworks.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of management.

• Independence in decision-making and action.

• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in conducting RFPs and transitioning audit models.

• Knowledge of the industry and regulatory environment in which IMCO operates.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our hybrid work model offers flexibility and provides our employees with the opportunity to lead a well-balanced life. Our Corporation's offices located at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6 provide a welcoming space for employees to gather, work collaboratively, and grow together.

IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in its recruitment process. Please advise IMCO if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.