Senior Consultant - Risk, Process & Controls

EY•Montreal, QC

About The Position

Our Risk, Process & Controls team provides comprehensive risk services that help Organizations enhance their risk management, internal controls and internal audit functions. As a Senior Consultant, you will work within the Risk, Process & Controls team to deliver high-quality risk consulting services, focusing on the evaluation, design and enhancement of non-financial risk capabilities, including Enterprise, Operational, Digital, Data, and Third-Party Risk Management. You will drive innovation in internal controls, manage business process risks, support internal audit transformation, and conduct diagnostics to assess the effectiveness of internal controls. This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Requirements

Between 3-5 years of relevant experience.
An Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting, Business, STEM, or other related fields of study.
Demonstrated competence in one or more of the following: Internal Audit, Internal controls, SOX, ICFR, ITGCs, and Non-Financial Risks.
Proficiency with MS Office, including MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Relevant designations e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CRIS, etc. or demonstrated interest in pursuing and completing the required examinations.

Responsibilities

Design and enhance Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Operational Risk Management (ORM), Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), Digital Risk Management, and Data Risk Management programs
Conduct assessments of current and target operating models for risk and control management across the three lines of defense (LOD)
Design and transform IT governance, risk and compliance programs
Develop and refine risk management policies, processes, and frameworks
Plan, lead, and perform internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and internal controls projects in accordance with the client's risk management strategy
Evaluate and test business process controls, management review controls, and digital risk controls
Identify control enhancements and process improvements opportunities.
Build relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels
Consistently deliver quality client services, monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
Demonstrate sound judgement and risk-awareness on AI-data use, confidentiality, and ethical considerations. Reinforces this standard practice and models good practices for teams.
Stay updated of relevant business and industry trends.