Manager, Audit Professional Practice (Audit Methodology & Training)

Requisition ID : 202847

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

Working with and reporting to the Director - APP, the incumbent will be primarily responsible for :

Maintenance and continuous improvement of our global risk-based audit methodology (AM) and related guidance.

Development, maintenance, and delivery of audit's Global Training Strategy.

Assisting with the annual audit planning process; and

Identifying opportunities for enhancing the operational effectiveness of the global audit function.

Accountabilities

Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.

Maintaining the Global Audit Department Methodology through :

Ongoing research and identification of emerging issues that may impact the audit department.

Keeping abreast of changes in laws, regulations and professional auditing standards.

Communicating new and / or changes to existing methodology / standards.

Developing guidance on methodology issues.

Participating in the maintenance of the Audit Manual; and

Developing generic Detailed Audit Programs (DAPs) as required.

Developing, maintaining, and overseeing the Audit Department's Global Training Strategy, including :

Developing training materials and determining the most effective medium of training for different requests.

Facilitating / delivering training sessions to audit department staff globally.

Co-ordinating on-site external training, where appropriate.

Developing a training curriculum to support the department's skill needs.

Assisting in the coordination of the annual audit planning process by conducting quality assurance reviews of risk assessments, business overviews, resource requirements and audit strategies.

Identifying opportunities for enhancing the operational effectiveness of the global Audit function by :

Obtaining and developing a good understanding of the business, risks and processes for assigned projects / processes.

Preparing written communications that clearly and concisely outline concerns and recommendations that support the betterment of the global audit function; and

Assisting the implementation of approved projects within budgeted time.

Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.

Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his / her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML / ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML / ATF Global Handbook, and the Guidelines for Business Conduct.

Champions a high-performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment, communicating vision / values / business strategy, and managing succession and development planning for the team.

Education / Experience

Strong knowledge of banking and the financial services industry, internal and / or external audit processes and methodologies.

Experience in development and delivery of audit training.

A detailed knowledge of auditing technical standards and practices.

Working knowledge of the IIA Standards and the COSO Internal Control Framework.

Ability to write clear and concise internal and external communications.

Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and audit software tools (such as TeamMate+, Power BI, Outlook)

Project management experience.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with staff at various levels.

Ability to express point of view and impart specialized knowledge clearly, logically, convincingly, and persuasively in written and oral communication.

Ability to facilitate / deliver presentations to different levels of audience.

Manage multiple activities concurrently.

Minimum of 3 to 5 years audit experience.

Spanish is an asset.

Working towards a Professional Accounting or Internal Audit Designation is an asset.

Location(s) : Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose : "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

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