Audit Manager, Canadian Banking Audit – Scotiabank

Title of the Job: Audit Manager, Canadian Banking Audit

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Requisition ID: 208527Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.PurposeThe Manager will work with Senior Managers and Directors in Canadian Banking Audit and be responsible to assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls in Canadian Banking’s business units and delivery channels ensuring business strategies, plans, products and services, and initiatives are executed / delivered in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures, and best practices.Accountabilities

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Act primarily as Team Participant or in some cases act as Officer-In-Charge (OIC) on assignments of low to medium complexity for assigned projects, processes and units.
• Ensure Scotiabank standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics are maintained in completion of all assignments.
• Execute assigned audit activities independently as a team member under the direction of the OIC on assignments. This includes completion of audit testing, discussions with management and documentation of work performed.
• Executes, plans and reports on the assigned audit projects. Obtains a thorough understanding of the business/unit/process and associated risks, develops a risk based audit plan/procedures, and schedules timing and resources.
• Delivers end-to-end process of the execution of the audit and ensures nature and extent of testing is appropriate to support the objective, scope and overall opinion. Completes timely review of workpapers, ensures internal control weaknesses are clearly documented with recommendations addressing the root cause and are communicated timely to management.
• Ensures audit results are gathered, determine the root cause of the problem and the associated impact and report accordingly. Review/edit reports and summarize issues. Present an overview of the audit results and findings to line management.
• Ensures audit reports are written to a consistent high standard and are finalized within established department metrics.
• Execute agreed upon procedures for specific projects or investigations of a low to moderate complexity and/or confidential nature. May assist other audit staff in more complex projects that Audit may be requested to perform. Plan, document and seek agreement in advance to the project approach and confirm conclusions upon completion in writing.
• Manage self-development by confirming/communicating job expectations, identifying mentors/coaches and enquiring about training needs, ensuring timely completion of performance appraisals and manages assigned staff.
• 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 in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Education / Experience / Other Information

• At least 5+ years in Retail Banking, Global Operations, Audit, Regulatory body or related experience. Current/prior work experience in First Line of Defence roles at Scotiabank or Tangerine, and/or current/prior Audit experience are preferred.
• Working knowledge of Canadian Banking structure, programs, products, key regulations / regulators, and systems.
• Post-secondary education.
• Working knowledge of the operations and regulatory environments of retail, small business and commercial banking in Canada.
• Knowledge of auditing methodology, techniques, tools, and software, an asset.
• Proficient at applying risk-based auditing standards, practices, techniques, processes and methodologies to performance and review of audits.
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects at any given time.
• Developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to work with staff and management at various levels.
• Good people management and coaching/development skills.
• Good analytical skills and proficiency in the use of data analytics or visualization tools.
• Be highly proficient in the use of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : TorontoScotiabank 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. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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