Senior Manager, ICFR Operations, Internal Audit

Royal Bank of Canada • Dartmouth, NS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

As Senior Manager, ICFR Operations, Internal Audit, you will lead the transformation of RBC’s Next Generation of ICFR testing, supporting the ongoing IT SOX / FDICIA control testing across RBC Enterprise. You will oversee testing and review documentation prepared by the team and will perform testing of higher risk/complexity IT controls, in support of the annual assessment of the effectiveness of IT specific internal controls, risk management practices, corporate governance processes and fraud prevention and detection across RBC in support of the annual CEO / CFO SOX effectiveness certification and the FDICIA certifications for RBC Bank and CNB. You will also work collaboratively with internal / external stakeholders to identify automated and innovative solutions and provide input into the annual testing plan and manage progress against key performance indicators to ensure critical milestones are achieved. RBC Internal Audit leverages a unique perspective— with a coordinated view across the entire business—to deliver valuable advice that not only gives assurance, but that illuminates a bigger picture, connects dots, builds best practices, and broadens possibilities. We connect intelligence to protect and enable RBC.

Requirements

• Experienced coach, team captain, and/or mentor in personal or work environment. Ability to lead a team and create an inclusive environment with internal and external business partners.
• Flexible mindset, with the ability to learn quickly and leverage skills in a dynamically changing environment.
• Undergraduate degree (E.g. Comm. B. Math, P. ENG, MSc (Data Science). CISA Designation OR CPA Designation
• Knowledge of SOX / FDICIA regulatory requirements and compliance, including IT controls and dependencies as evidenced by experience working within an audit execution or SOX / FDICIA reporting team, or external courses.
• 7-10 years of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications like CISA, CISSP, etc.
• Understanding of core technology (applications and infrastructure) as evidenced by external courses or professional certification.
• Experience in a financial institution or technology company, dealing with multiple business platforms, business processes, geographies, and legal entities.
• Experience developing long-term process enhancement solutions through automation or other efficiency tools.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage a team of ICFR controls testing professionals, including optimal delegation of tasks, the creation of successful plans from thoughtful resourcing, and monitoring team’s progress with the use of key metrics.
• Lead by example, foster a team of innovative thinkers and change management agents through open communication and positive, timely feedback and training. Develop people by encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their contributions.
• Drive key change management activities on innovative programs, including analyzing and recommending appropriate enhancements and working with business partners to implement change.
• Work collaboratively with internal / external stakeholders to identify and develop automated solutions, contributing to the pipeline of continuous improvement opportunities and best practices.
• Govern the execution of IT ICFR control testing, ensuring effective practices are followed and quality documentation is produced, including review and approval of testing performed by team.
• Participate in testing of ICFR IT Controls, specifically focusing on higher risk, complex and/or specialized issues.
• Understand RBC and its business lines, including the IT risks of each line, in order to identify key risks and controls.
• Stay informed of general business and/or economic developments and their impact on the ICFR IT environment.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Flexible work/life balance options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior