Director, Quality Assurance recruitment

Position Overview:

Working with one of the major Canadian banks (in Toronto), the Director, Internal Audit Quality Assurance is responsible for maintaining the Internal Audit Department’s quality assurance program and for conducting independent quality assurance assessments for the Bank’s Internal Audit Departments.  The Bank’s Internal Audit Departments undergo external quality assessment reviews that validate conformance with international standards of internal auditing; this occurs every five years as required by the international standards for internal auditing.

Responsibilities:

• Internal Audit Departments quality assurance program is consistent with professional and industry standards and relevant to continuous improvement in the audit practice

• Internal Audit Department’s quality assurance program covers all audit activities

• Quality assurance is undertaken on a continuous basis.

Additionally, the Director will be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining a framework for internal audit practices and methodology to support Internal Audit’s continuous alignment with international auditing and consulting standards;

• Developing, updating and maintaining all audit methodology documents (Audit Manual, Procedure Guides and Audit Templates and other associated materials) current; and

• Participate in the on-going professional development of the Internal Audit Department through training and development programs.

Qualifications:

• Professional accounting designation required

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation preferred

• Quality Assessment Review (QAR) certification is an asset

• Minimum 6 years experience in a senior audit role

• Detailed knowledge of auditing principles, practices and procedures

• Financial services experience is required, preferably in a banking institution

• Well-developed relationship building skills and influencing skills to discuss quality assurance review findings and results

Contact Information:

Should your skills and experience match the requirements of this position, please forward your resume to Jordan Beallor at Thorek/Scott and Partners.

APPLY TO: jbeallor@thorekscott.com

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