Internal Audit Director

Job Description : INTERNAL AUDIT DIRECTOR CANADA A highly reputable real estate firm in Toronto is seeking a Director, Internal Audit to build out their audit function. Reporting to the CCO and in partnership with the CFO, the Director, Internal Audit will play an integral part of the Compliance and Finance teams. A unique position has become available for a fast-paced and growing real estate firm in Toronto. As the Director of the Internal Audit function, you will be responsible for designing, building, and managing the audit universe, audit plan and audit program which clearly defines relevant risks, controls and related assurance activities to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements, IA standards, and internal company policies. Responsibilities: · Develop a deep understanding of the organization’s business, processes and controls and identify actions necessary to manage risks. · Develop and implement an Internal Audit methodology focused on providing assurance to the Audit Committee and Executive Management. · Develop and implement the methodology for achieving compliance with relevant reporting governance requirements including, but not limited to, NI 52-109 Certification of Disclosure, and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. · Manage the execution of controls testing to assess the effective design and operation of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR). · Prepare an Enterprise Internal Audit Plan presented annually to the Audit Committee for approval, and provide quarterly reporting on the status of execution. · Manage the execution of the Plan utilizing appropriately skilled internal and external resources as required. Provide advice to Executive Management on areas of risk and enhancements to add value and drive continuous improvement and automation of the organization’s operational processes. · Establish appropriate follow-up mechanisms to monitor the implementation of action items. · Maintain a strong working relationship with the External Auditor to ensure alignment in methodologies and coordination of assurance activities. · Develop KPIs for tracking and measuring control testing activities. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting complemented by one or more of the following designations: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). · At least 10 years of relevant work experience with at least 5 years leading audit compliance areas. · Experience implementing internal control frameworks that comply with OSC/SEC regulatory standards. Experience: · Leadership - ability to take initiative and ownership for customer service and be a self-starter who is motivated internally to set high standards of performance. · Interpersonal and teamwork – work well in a collaborative environment with demonstrated success building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. · Communication – excellent oral and written communicator as well as having a visual eye for presentation and confidence in dealing with people at all levels up to and including the Board of Directors. · Planning and organization – very structured approach to prioritizing and ensuring that multiple priorities and customer needs are met in a timely manner. · Strategic thinking and leadership experience. · Experience with issuers listed in both Canada and the U.S. is an asset.

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