Director Canadian Banking Audit 219443
Director Canadian Banking Audit 219443
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Job Description
Requisition ID: 219443
Join a purpose driven winning team committed to results in an inclusive and highperforming culture.
Purpose
As the 3rd Line of Defence Internal Audit provides enterprisewide independent and objective assurance over the design and operations of the Banks internal controls risk management and governance processes. We are professionals who thrive in a challenging environment and work with management to find solutions to address control weaknesses.
The Director leads and oversees the internal audit activities for Canadian Banking in support of the Audit Department in executing its global mandate ensuring business strategies plans and initiatives and all audit activities are conducted / executed / delivered in compliance with governing regulations internal policies and procedures.
The Director is a dynamic innovative and trusted advisor who uses data to deliver industry leading assurance and insights to keep the Bank and our customers safe.
Accountabilities
- Acts primarily as Audit Principal (AP) or Officer in Charge (OIC) for assigned audits. May also be a participant on audits.
- Works with other audit teams as required.
- Carries out specific projects or investigations of a complex and/or confidential nature.
- As an OIC/AP oversees the planning and reporting. Obtains a thorough understanding of the endtoend business/unit/process and associated risks develops an appropriate riskbased audit approach and schedules timing and resources.
- Ensures audit results are gathered and determines the root cause of the problem. Prepares and/or reviews audit review findings for presentation to management. Monitors and followsup for corrective action/progress against any reported issues. Ensures relevant information that impacts other audit function areas is shared.
- Leads and drives a client focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships systems and knowledge.
- Understands how the Banks risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in daytoday activities and decisions.
- Plans documents and seeks agreement in advance to the project approach and confirms conclusions upon completion in writing. Assists in the due diligence of potential acquisitions.
- Ensures Scotiabank standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics are maintained in completion of all assignments.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and regulators as required.
- Interacts and coordinates with other groups involved. Completes timely review of workpapers ensuring internal control weaknesses are clearly documented with recommendations addressing the root cause and are communicated timely to management.
- Conducts ongoing monitoring activities to stay abreast of changes (business/industry/regulatory) / emerging risks / themes or systemic issues that may impact the risk assessment of the audit universe and the audit plan.
- Builds a highperformance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts retains develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment and using a coaching mindset and behaviours; communicating vison/values/business strategy; and managing succession and development planning for the team.
- Meets Department training requirements.
Education/Experience
- University/Post secondary degree in Business or equivalent. Relevant Audit accounting or business certifications (CIA CPA CFA etc)
- At least 8 years of relevant experience.
- A thorough knowledge of Canadian Banking products and services processes and controls (e.g. credit risk management AntiMoney Laundering Operational Risk Management regulatory compliance).
- Working knowledge of backoffice processes is also beneficial (e.g. Fraud Management Collections Contact Centers retail/ business service centers Operation).
- Working knowledge of the operations and regulatory environments for each unit as applicable. Including familiarity with key regulators such as the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada Financial Consumer Agency of Canada and FINTRAC.
- Proven ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment.
- Highly proficient at applying Scotiabank methodology and using riskbased auditing standards and practices.
- Strong analytical skills in the use of data analytics or visualization tools.
- Ability to supervise multiple projects at any given time.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Strong people management and coaching/development skills.
- Curiosity mindset.
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank 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 click here. 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.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
