Investpsp

Investpsp

Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Montreal · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago
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About the role

  • The Senior Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for delivering the Internal Audit plan by providing risk-based, objective and independent assurance, advice, insight and foresight on PSP's asset management practices, governance, risks and internal controls.

Responsibilities

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  • The incumbent will lead and manage assurance and advisory engagements in compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (the "Standards") issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Requirements

  • University degree in commerce, business administration, finance, accounting, law or another relevant field
  • Professional accreditation such as CIA, CPA, CFA or CISA (required)
  • Experience in a consulting or public accounting firm (an asset
  • Experience auditing investment activities across public and/or private asset classes (an asset)
  • Solid knowledge of internal audit and risk management practices in the financial markets and asset management industry
  • Strong knowledge of the IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards
  • Working knowledge of key asset management business functions, processes and related risks
  • Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in an agile work environment
  • Strong business acumen, with proven analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to produce clear, concise and high-quality reports in English

Nice to have

  • Plan and coordinate IA engagements, including establishing budgets and timelines, allocating resources, and reviewing and approving the audit program
  • Supervise and review the work of the IA engagement team, including monitoring the internal audit calendar and budget, developing and validating recommendations, and conducting required project status reviews
  • Draft value-added recommendations with practical and innovative solutions to enhance governance, risk management practices and internal controls
  • Draft IA reports and present findings and recommendations at closing meetings
  • Coordinate the delivery of Management's action plans and assess their adequacy and relevance in addressing IA recommendations
  • Monitor the progress of recommendations and the implementation of corrective actions
  • Attend working groups and project steering committees to provide proactive assurance
  • Proactively communicate the status of engagements and any material issues to the Managing Director and Chief Internal Auditor, the Senior Director and the Director (IA Leadership team)

Compensation

  • Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

Benefits

  • Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
  • Competitive pension plans
  • Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs

Company info

  • We're one of Canada's largest pension investors, with CAD$299.7 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2025.
  • We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.
  • Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world's top companies. At PSP Investments, you'll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.
  • We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force.
  • Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.
  • Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world's top companies.
  • At PSP Investments, you'll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.
  • The Senior Manager will also actively contribute to the development of the dynamic, risk-based Internal Audit plan, the preparation of quarterly Audit Committee reporting, the development of IA talent, and the building of strong relationships across PSP.
  • As a Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you will:
  • Deliver the Plan and Manage Engagements
  • Provide advisory services, consistent with our role as an assurance partner and trusted advisor, to assess and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes
  • Support the IA Leadership team in developing and updating the dynamic Internal Audit plan and in drafting quarterly Audit Committee reporting
  • Demonstrate Leadership, Develop Talent and Foster Continuous Improvement
  • Keep abreast of market developments, trends and emerging risks, and share knowledge and business intelligence with the IA team
  • Contribute to upskilling the IA team through the adoption of innovative technologies and audit techniques (e.g., data analytics, AI-enabled tools, continuous auditing)
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, process owners and control owners
  • Engage, coach and mentor team members assigned to engagements under your purview, and support their professional development
  • Supervise external consultants as required

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