Manager, Audit and Risk

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self.

You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. At Sun Life, we're driven by our

Purpose:

helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

The Sun Life Health (SLH) business within Sun Life Canada is a leading provider of Group Benefits and Health Solutions. A market leader in the advancement of workplace mental health across Canada, through the introduction of new tools such as Virtual Care and Stress Management and Well-Being program providing members access to mental health and medical specialists 24/7. SLH is seeking a Manager, Audit & Risk to join its fast-paced and energetic Finance team.

Reporting to the Director, Financial Controls, Audit & Risk, the Manager, Audit & Risk will play a crucial role in executing and supporting control activities critical to the Sun Life Health business.

• Manage the CSAE 3416 (SOC1) and financial statement (SOX) annual audit programs.
• Work closely with stakeholders across Finance and Operations to ensure effective and efficient audit execution.
• Lead the development and maintenance of key control matrices and narratives.
• Lead the SLH Finance quality assurance program including testing and communication of results.
• Manage key controls including access reviews, write-off reporting, and quarterly attestations.
• Lead the Business Continuity and Disaster recovery program.
• Lead risk assessment activities, including preparing risk-based recommendations for improvements.
• Draft ICFR/Error memos and technical accounting/application memos for new or changing businesses.
• Support the management of End User Computing (EUCs) and Risk Models to ensure continued policy compliance.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of finance associates.

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in audit, financial reporting, technical accounting, and/or internal controls.
• Previous public accounting or internal audit experience.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant designation.
• Understanding of IFRS and SOX controls relevant to the insurance industry.
• Experienced people manager with strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented and flexible to changing priorities and timelines.
• Proven technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential. Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. Our goal is to make sure all our employees have the chance to live up to their full potential. We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2025 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Work Canada.

We are thrilled to be recognized by Excellence Canada with their top-level certification, the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work, for prioritizing employee well-being, fostering a positive…