Manager, IT Financial Compliance Advisory

Position: Manager, IT Financial Compliance Advisory )
Overview  Our client is a provider of property and casualty insurance. They are looking for a Manager, IT Financial Compliance Advisory to join their team.

Note:

This description has been refined to present core responsibilities and qualifications for the role, removing non-job content while preserving legally required statements where appropriate.
Responsibilities   Advisory:
Act as a trusted advisor to IT leadership and their teams on control design, gap remediation, and continuous improvement. Provide pragmatic, risk-based recommendations and support control owners in designing fit-for-purpose controls when new systems or processes are introduced.
Assessment and Reporting:
Analyze the IT Financial Controls environment, identify areas for improvement, prepare detailed reports, and present findings and recommendations to IT senior management and stakeholders.
Compliance and Framework:
Stay informed of changes in laws, regulations, and best practices to ensure organizational compliance. Identify opportunities to strengthen and evolve the IT Financial Controls framework and methodologies.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
Build strong, trust-based relationships with IT teams, the financial controls audit team, and external auditors. Help IT teams understand control requirements and their responsibilities, fostering a culture of accountability and robust internal controls.
Leadership and Team Development:
Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of Financial Compliance professionals. Foster individual growth through coaching, targeted development opportunities, and regular performance feedback. Build team capability in AI tools, data analytics, and risk-based approaches.
Qualifications

Experience:

8 to 10 years of IT Financial Compliance experience in the Insurance or Banking industry or at a Big Four.
Bilingual Proficiency:
For candidates in Quebec, advanced fluency in French and English, both written and spoken.
Technical

Skills:

Extensive understanding of SOx 404, IT General Controls (ITGC), ITACs, SoD, auditing standards and procedures, and accounting principles.
Leadership:
Ability to lead and influence, providing clear explanations, guidance, and motivation.
Interpersonal

Skills:

Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across departments and levels.
Negotiation:
Ability to influence and build consensus with stakeholders at all levels, driving adoption of necessary control improvements pragmatically.
Risk-based and Strategic Thinking:
Ability to identify non-obvious links between applications, departments and processes and align IT Financial Controls with objectives, prioritizing by risk and impact.
Continuous Learning:
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
AI and Data Analytics Tools:
Familiarity with AI tools, GRC platforms, and MS Power Platform.
Designation/

Certifications:

CPA, CISA, CIA are strongly preferred.
Compensation  Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please submit documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. Quote reference number #479432 when applying.
Additional Information  This position is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered. A recruiter will contact applicants whose profiles meet requirements. Vaco/Highspring notes that compensation varies based on factors including skills, experience, location, and organizational needs. Applicants may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and benefits as described in the posting.
EEO:
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact

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