ABOUT US
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.
ABOUT YOUR 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.
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).
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
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
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
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)
Provide regular status updates to auditees and process owners to ensure a "no surprises" experience
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
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of PSP's corporate and investment activities, as well as its strategic objectives and initiatives
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
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
University degree in commerce, business administration, finance, accounting, law or another relevant field
Professional accreditation such as CIA, CPA, CFA or CISA (required)
Ten (10) years of relevant experience required, including at least four (4) years in an internal audit role (preferred)
Experience in the financial services or pension fund industry (required)
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