Risk & Governance Solution Senior Associate

Pwc Canada

About The Position

At PwC, our audit and assurance professionals provide independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information, enhancing credibility and reliability for various stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations, including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. Those in internal audit at PwC help build, optimize, and deliver end-to-end internal audit services to clients across all industries. This includes IA function setup and transformation, co-sourcing, outsourcing, and managed services, utilizing AI and other risk technology and delivery models. Internal Audit capabilities are combined with other industry and technical expertise, such as cyber, forensics, and compliance, to address the full spectrum of risks. This approach helps organizations harness the power of IA to protect value, navigate disruption, and gain confidence to take risks for growth. As a Senior Associate in Risk & Governance Services, you will play a key role in delivering internal audit and internal controls (ICFR/SOX) engagements for both public and private clients. You will work closely with Managers and Partners to plan and execute high-quality engagements, support client relationships, and coach junior team members, while continuously deepening your technical expertise across business and technology risk.

Requirements

Experience in internal audit, external audit, or ICFR/SOX (consulting, Big 4, or industry)
Hands‑on experience with: ICFR/SOX testing, documentation, and remediation support
Hands‑on experience with: Business process controls and risk assessments
Hands‑on experience with: IT general controls (e.g., user access, change management, IT operations)
Hands‑on experience with: Control deficiency identification, evaluation, and reporting
Strong understanding of internal controls and audit standards and frameworks (e.g., COSO)
Post‑secondary education in Business, Accounting, Finance, or IT
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate in a fast‑paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence interacting with client stakeholders
Exposure to data analytics, automation, AI, or visualization tools
A collaborative mindset and a demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives

Nice To Haves

CPA, CIA, and/or CISA (completed or in progress) is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead workstreams across ICFR/SOX and internal audit engagements, including planning, execution, documentation, and reporting
Supervise and coach Associates, reviewing work for quality, completeness, and adherence to PwC methodology, including SOX/ICFR requirements and the COSO framework
Execute and evaluate business process and IT general controls, including walkthroughs, design and operating effectiveness testing, and remediation follow‑up
Develop a strong understanding of client operations, risks, and controls, and contribute to day‑to‑day client interactions
Determine the root cause of control deficiencies and provide clear observations and practical, best‑practice recommendations to support remediation and control enhancement
Apply data analytics, automation, digital tools, and emerging AI/GenAI capabilities to enhance internal audit and ICFR/SOX testing, insights, and execution efficiency
Collaborate with specialists across financial reporting, IT, data, cybersecurity, and operational risk as needed
Support engagement planning, timelines, and budgets, and escalate risks and issues appropriately
Contribute to proposals and other business development initiatives
Stay current on evolving trends in financial reporting controls, SOX, internal audit, and technology‑enabled risk
Uphold PwC’s professional standards, independence requirements, and code of conduct