Manager Canada TA Team

Job Description

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Roles & responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of IT risks and controls, including general IT controls and automated controls embedded within information systems in support of our external audit engagements.
• Conducting IT audit procedures (e.g., IT risk assessments, General IT Controls, IT Application Controls, large System Implementations and Data Conversions) in support of financial statement audits and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Lead team in evaluating and performing review of the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls (GITCs and ITACs) pertaining to Client’s Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting.
• Lead team in performing SOC 1 and SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls) SSAE18 assessments in accordance with the attestation standards established by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).
• Identify opportunities and innovative ways to efficiently deliver on engagements and/or implement internal process improvements / automations.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and teams across locations.
• Effectively manage engagement economics and operational aspects including resourcing and reporting.
• Inculcate a culture of “Quality First” in all Client interactions and assignments.
• Contribute to the Knowledge Management agenda of the practice by leading team members in technical knowledge content development and trainings.
• Lead by Example, Build and Nurture a high performing team and inspire the team members to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrate strong people management and networking skills.
• Provide constructive feedback to the team members and help them achieve / exceed expectations from their roles.
  
  
  

• Experience in leading global teams conducting SOX and SOC audits.
• Knowledge of PCAOB Auditing standards and AICPA requirements.
• Experience in evaluating risks across a variety of IT platforms (including ERPs, UNIX/Linux, Windows, Mainframe, iSeries (AS400), SQL, Sybase, Oracle, DB2 and popular Cloud Hosted solutions).
• Strong understanding of frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, HITRUST etc.
• Strong understanding of various Industry sectors and business processes.
  
  
  

• Flair to be abreast with trends in Emerging Technologies / innovations like Cloud computing, Agile, Blockchain, Automation etc.
• Proficient with MS Office suite of applications [MS Word, MS Exec, MS PowerPoint, Visio].
• Experience in proposal development for a client.
  
  
  

• Strong Leadership skills and ability to manage multicultural teams.
• Inspirational leader with positive work ethics.
• Innovative and Analytical mindset; Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively lead the team under volatile situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
  

• Conduct assessments of IT risks and controls, including general IT controls and automated controls embedded within information systems in support of our external audit engagements.
• Conducting IT audit procedures (e.g., IT risk assessments, General IT Controls, IT Application Controls, large System Implementations and Data Conversions) in support of financial statement audits and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Lead team in evaluating and performing review of the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls (GITCs and ITACs) pertaining to Client’s Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting.
• Lead team in performing SOC 1 and SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls) SSAE18 assessments in accordance with the attestation standards established by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).
• Identify opportunities and innovative ways to efficiently deliver on engagements and/or implement internal process improvements / automations.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments and teams across locations.
• Effectively manage engagement economics and operational aspects including resourcing and reporting.
• Inculcate a culture of “Quality First” in all Client interactions and assignments.
• Contribute to the Knowledge Management agenda of the practice by leading team members in technical knowledge content development and trainings.
• Lead by Example, Build and Nurture a high performing team and inspire the team members to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrate strong people management and networking skills.
• Provide constructive feedback to the team members and help them achieve / exceed expectations from their roles.
  
  
  

• Experience in leading global teams conducting SOX and SOC audits.
• Knowledge of PCAOB Auditing standards and AICPA requirements.
• Experience in evaluating risks across a variety of IT platforms (including ERPs, UNIX/Linux, Windows, Mainframe, iSeries (AS400), SQL, Sybase, Oracle, DB2 and popular Cloud Hosted solutions).
• Strong understanding of frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, HITRUST etc.
• Strong understanding of various Industry sectors and business processes.
  
  
  

• Education Qualification: BE / B-Tech; Post-Graduates (MBA / MCA / MTech)
• Certifications like CISA, CISSP preferred.
• Work Experience: The candidate must have 7-10 years of relevant experience with at least 1-2 years in a similar role, preferably with a Big 4 firm.