Internal Audit Manager

Job Summary:

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value, improve the effectiveness of the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) operations, and deliver innovative solutions to promote the achievement of corporate goals and objectives.

Job Duties:

Participates in a wide variety of multi-faceted internal audits of high complexity. This includes providing independent and objective assurance to ensure: business operations are conducted with due regard for economy, efficiency and effectiveness; financial and operating information is accurate, reliable, complete, timely and useful; assets are safeguarded; and compliance with policies, procedures, legislation and regulations.

Provides analysis and advice to management on internal controls and risks and promotes organizational awareness of risk management concepts.

Assesses the effectiveness and adequacy of financial, technological and management programs, systems, and business processes and makes constructive and practical recommendations for improvement, and delivers innovative solutions to promote the achievement of corporate goals and objectives.

Develops or participates in the development of risk-based audit plans, including scope, audit approach, audit objectives, audit criteria, and audit programs and procedures.

Identifies key risks and evaluates the effectiveness of controls and existing risk mitigation processes.

Gathers and evaluates evidence by examining documents, performing research to identify best practices, and conducting interviews and focus groups.

Conducts benchmarking exercises with external organizations.

Evaluates the information technology general and application control environment, including information security and system controls.

Provides consulting services on control frameworks, including major systems implementation projects.

Synthesizes large volumes of information into clear, succinct, balanced and persuasive reports.

Manages audit projects in accordance with strict deadlines and quality internal audit standards, including managing client audit resources.

Initiates follow-up procedures to verify that management action plans to address audit concerns have been implemented.

Presents or participates in the presentation of positions, findings and recommendations in verbal and written format to a variety of stakeholders including staff, senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board.

Conducts special investigations and reviews.

Develops and maintains effective working relationships with staff at all organizational levels to facilitate the acceptance of audit findings and to resolve business process and control matters.

Operates with unrestricted access to records, property and personnel in carrying out assigned audit work; and safeguards the confidentiality of privileged information obtained from these sources.

Establishes and maintains working relationships with various consultant and experts in the private and public sector.

Pursues professional development through continuing education and training, literature reviews, and participation in
professional associations in order to remain current with emerging trends in governance, risk and control best practices in the auditing profession.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

University degree in Business or a related discipline, including courses in auditing, accounting and finance

Professional accounting designation (CPA) and/or a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation

Minimum of five (5) years of auditing experience, including financial statement, compliance, operational, and value-for-money auditing

Knowledge of IAA (Institute of Internal Auditors) and CPA (Chartered Professional Accountants) Canada auditing and accounting standards

General knowledge of project management principles and practices

General knowledge of the information technology (IT) general and application control environment

Proficiency in using a personal computer and software in a Windows environment

Excellent project management skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information into plain language for reports and presentations

Well developed facilitation and presentation skills

Ability to act with tact, diplomacy, integrity and professionalism in sometimes confrontational or sensitive situations while protecting the confidentiality of privileged information

Strong business acumen to understand, interpret and analyse multifaceted and complex financial/statistical/actuarial information, reports and models

Superior analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop creative and innovative approaches and solutions for resolving complex problems

Ability to understand, interpret and apply legislation

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation and/or experience in Information Technology auditing, would be an asset

Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset, but is not required

Additional Information:

The WCB recognizes that individuals may face barriers that hinder their full and equal participation in the workplace, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to all employees and candidates who are or may be disabled by one or more barriers in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset.

A satisfactory criminal record check and verification of education will be required for the successful candidate.

You may be asked to demonstrate your ability through competency-based interviewing and/or testing.

About WCB:
The Workers Compensation Board promotes safety and health in Manitoba workplaces and aims to help prevent and reduce the occurrence of workplace injuries and disease. Working with its partners, the WCB promotes safe and healthy workplaces, facilitates recovery and return to work, provides compassionate and supportive compensation services for workers and employers, and ensures responsible financial stewardship.

WCBdoes encompasses what it means to work at the WCB. The WCB is proud to have employee benefits and programs that support financial and personal security, foster health and well-being, encourage involvement and support growth as an individual and member of the WCB community. The four categories of WCBdoes include: Security, Wellness, Engagement and Growth.