Audit Manager, Corporate Functions
Job Summary
You are as unique as your background experience and point of view. Here youll be encouraged empowered and challenged to be your best self. Youll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day youll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals families and communities around the world.
Job Description:
This is an opportunity to join an engaged inclusive and collaborative team that is focused on individual development building networks and making an impact within the this role you will report to the Director Internal Audit and play a key role in the management and day-to-day execution of audit activities within the Corporate will have an opportunity to learn about Sun Life businesses as well as informal people leadership and participation in Audit Methodology discussions.
This role is focused on overseeing and executing audits by assessing risks evaluating internal controls making recommendations regarding control deficiencies and identifying areas of opportunity for audit work you will have the opportunity to develop competencies around leading discussions with senior management influencing various levels of management project management and building client relationships across the organization.
What will you do
Manage and execute multiple complex audit engagements ensuring proper coverage and consideration of auditing principles practice and assigned time/budget
Monitor the progress of audit projects and provide appropriate leadership in completing the project according to department objectives
Support the documentation of business understanding business objectives /performance/metrics key controls and test strategy to ensure that audit objectives and approach meet broader business needs
Lead meetings with clients to drive the audit process presenting audit findings and recommendations; conduct audit opening and closing meetings with client
Support the assessment of key control design and execute testing of key controls and identify gaps
Prepare and review internal audit reports of findings and recommendations for delivery to management
Monitor audit findings to ensure effective resolution; monitor key projects and strategic initiatives
Identify opportunities to automate testing using Data Analytics and toolsets deployed internally (CAAT and analytical tools) or through the assessment of other monitoring/analytic tools available
Stay up-to-date on current best practices in risk management and control assessment; acquiring and sharing information related to industry thought leadership and best practices
What do you need to succeed
University degree in accounting finance or business
Professional audit designation (e.g. CPA CIA CRMA CISA)
7 years of audit experience in the financial services industry or equivalent
Proven ability to manage multiple projects
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate influence and network effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and ability to understand complex business processes their risks and identify key controls
Knowledge of control frameworks (e.g. COSO COBIT etc)
Knowledge of audit techniques including planning scoping project management evaluation and testing of internal controls
Knowledge of Risk Management and Operational Risk frameworks
Preferred Skills:
Excellent written and communication skills with ability to influence and lead meetings
Pro-active dedicated flexible demonstrating good practical judgement and taking initiative
Team player ability to multi-task detail oriented strong commitment to quality analytical strong problem solving and consultative skills
Knowledge of or exposure to IT Risk and IT General Controls would be an advantage
Knowledge of or exposure to IFRS and Compliance (Anti-Money Laundering Privacy Market Conduct ABAC) would be an advantage
Whats in it for you
Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
Pension stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health mental physical and financial
The option to work from your home office
Time off giving you the flexibility to focus on the moments that matter including20 vacation days per year
The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
#LI-Hybrid
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 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.
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We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
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We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary Range:
80000/80 000 - 128000/128 000Job Category:
Internal AuditPosting End Date:
20/07/2026Required Experience:
Manager