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Director, Assurance & Advisory
Job in
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Listed on 2026-02-15
Listing for:
Vaco by Highspring
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
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Management
Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Manager -
Finance & Banking
Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a is one of the largest and most reputable investment management organizations in Canada. They are looking for a Director, Assurance & Advisory to join their team!
Why Work Here
- Very stable, long-term organization
- Senior visibility and influence with regular reporting to senior leadership and the Audit Committee
- Strong total compensation package inclusive of competitive base salary, top tier bonus and pension matching programs
- Assurance & Advisory Execution
- Lead the maintenance and evolution of A&A’s audit methodology, governance documents, and quality assurance program.
- Oversee planning activities, including development and monitoring of group objectives, the Audit Plan, resourcing, and budgeting.
- Manage the preparation and delivery of quarterly and annual reporting on A&A activities to the Audit Committee and senior management.
- Oversee the preparation and delivery of the annual internal audit opinion.
- Manage the tracking of audit findings and facilitate follow-up by the audit team.
- Lead the development and implementation of A&A’s training plan.
- Oversee the audit management tool (Workiva), ensuring it supports effective execution and reporting of audit activities.
- Oversee administrative aspects of the function, including drafting internal communications and maintaining the audit intranet page.
- Provide guidance and coaching to team members on audit methodology and standards.
- Business Partnership
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that A&A’s work is well aligned with organizational priorities.
- Serve as a connector across the organization, embedding enterprise-wide priorities into A&A’s practices.
- Demonstrate transparency and a “no surprises” approach with senior management and the Audit Committee.
- People Leadership
- Lead and support recruitment and onboarding activities for A&A.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to staff on methodology, standards, and practice management.
- Foster an inclusive team environment built on trust and a safe-to-speak-up culture.
- Promote continuous professional development and a mindset of continuous improvement within the team.
- Culture Carrier
- Demonstrate the highest ethical standards and role-model company’s Guiding Principles of integrity, high performance, and partnership.
- Provide thought leadership on audit practice management, methodology, and reporting.
- Encourage innovation and improvement in how A&A delivers its mandate.
- Undergraduate degree required, preferably in accounting, business, finance, or technology; a postgraduate degree is an asset.
- CPA/CA and CIA strongly preferred; other relevant designations are an asset.
- Experience in internal audit is required; prior experience in a professional practice or methodology role is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with Board and senior management reporting.
- Knowledge of audit methodologies, standards, and best practices.
- Experience managing audit reporting cycles and preparing internal audit opinions is an asset
- Self-managed, flexible, and able to adapt to shifting priorities.
- Self-motivated with a hands-on approach, while appreciating diversity of thought and opinions.
- Superior written and oral communication skills, with the ability to simplify and present complex concepts effectively.
- Strong PowerPoint skills; working knowledge of Workiva and Tableau is an asset.
- Strong judgment, creativity, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to process large volumes of information and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and stay abreast of professional and organizational developments.
$160,000 - $190,000 / year
How to Apply
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