Internal Audit, Lead

About the role

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both - driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day - across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada's financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada's most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians. Who You Will Work With: The vacant Internal Audit, Lead role will report to the Leader, Internal Audit and you will play a pivotal role in leading and executing audit and assurance activities, enhancing internal audit governance, and spearheading the implementation of an automated GRC tool. You will contribute to shaping the audit strategy, driving continuous improvement, and providing leadership to the internal audit team.

Responsibilities

• Leading the maintenance and optimization of internal audit processes, documentation, and reporting in alignment with industry standards.
• Representing internal audit in cross-functional meetings, actively contributing to the development and updating of the Internal Audit Plan.
• Assisting in preparing briefing notes and reports for the Management Risk Committee and the Board.
• Taking a leadership role in supporting the completion of internal audit assessments for systematic, disciplined, and planned operations.
• Driving the preparation of audit documentation, including plans, scope, and criteria requirements.
• Conducting audits on technology, applications, security technologies, and operations.
• Presenting draft and final audit reports to CAE and management.
• Supporting enhancements to the GRC Audit Module.
• Driving design activities with the selected GRC provider, ensuring seamless integration of internal audit requirements.
• Collaborating with the GRC supplier for ongoing tool maintenance, updates, and enhancements.
• Taking a leadership role in ensuring the ongoing delivery of audits, effectively managing activities, engagements, and communications.
• Executing audit activities, adapt priorities, and providing leadership support to auditees.
• Collaborating with auditees to ensure resourceful and efficient completion of work.
• Completing necessary documentation, including audit planning, reporting, and addressing audit observations.
• Working closely with third-party auditors to ensure the completion of final audit reports.
• Leading efforts within the internal audit team to continuously improve audit processes, techniques, skills, and knowledge.
• Conducting research on best practices and present recommendations for changes to processes.
• Incorporating continuous improvement practices, such as Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA).
• Investing time in developing an understanding of business drivers, critical issues, and anticipating challenges for enhanced audit effectiveness.
• What You Bring:
• Have a CPA, CISA, or CIA designation in good standing for a minimum of 5 years.
• Must be eligible to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a Full Time Capacity.
• A University Degree or equivalent work experience in audit.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in audit, with a minimum of 5 years in a audit leadership role.
• Thorough understanding of audit techniques, best practices, and tools.
• Familiarity with CPA, IIA, and/or ISACA standards and guidelines.
• Strong understanding of IT, security, operations, risk management, and product management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience with current technology platforms and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with PCI DSS, ISO 27001 & 27002, and NIST Standards.
• Experience with Payment Technology/Products is an asset.
• What We're Offering:
• Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
• Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
• Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
• Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
• Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
• Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact
• Why Join Us?
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