Audit Manager, Professional Practices

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Internal Audit is an independent and objective assurance and consulting activity guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the operations of Sun Life. It assists Sun Life in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the organization's governance, risk management and internal control processes.

The Internal Audit Professional Practice group is responsible for leading the selection and effective use of tools, methodology selection and implementation, and best practices including quality assurance, reporting, and training for the Audit Department worldwide.

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit - Professional Practice, the position will support in consolidated reporting and quality assurance programs to ensure consistency and efficiency in the internal audit group. The role contributes to driving change in the Audit department by supporting the Director in the implementation of key department strategic initiatives to enhance performance and align with best practices. This includes, and is not limited to, embracing a Digital mindset and actively supporting the organization’s initiatives on working differently and translating experiences with tangible digital solutions. The role provides a unique opportunity to interact with senior level internal audit management and further enhance skills essential in internal audit.

What will you do?

• Complete timely reporting to the Audit Committee and senior management, including quarterly controls reports and KPI updates

• Lead and enhance the global quality assurance program to ensure consistency and quality across the Internal Audit department

• Proactively identify best practices through materials from Institute of Internal Auditors, external audit firms, regulators, experts, etc. and by building and maintaining relationships with professional organizations and peers to share with global audit teams

• Identify and implement best practices by collaborating with professional organizations, peers, and leveraging external resources

• Develop innovative techniques for targeted reviews on areas of interest to senior management and regulators, and support corrective action implementation

What do you need to succeed?

• Professionally designated Accountant with at least 5 years’ audit experience (certification preferred) and prior involvement in quality assurance reviews within the financial services or audit industry

• Detailed understanding of internal audit practices, standards, regulatory guidance, and leading quality assurance practices

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to challenge and persuade senior audit executives

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships at all employee levels

• Proficiency in technology, especially in handling large data volumes and using MS Office

• Strong ethics, with the ability to handle pressure and resolve conflicts, coupled with strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills

What's in it for you?

• Time off giving you the flexibility to focus on the moments that matter including 20 vacation days per year

• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family

• Pension Plan participation starts immediately, and you are automatically enrolled. We help you save more with Sun Life automatic and matching contributions and by including both your salary and bonus when making

• contributions.

• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential

• Flexible hybrid work model

• Work and professional development that is united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives

• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture

• We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2024 Best Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada

• Sun Life ranked one of the 2024 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World on the Corporate Knights’ 2024

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The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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