Manager, Audit Methodology & Training

Requisition ID: 230953

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Introduction Paragraph
Working with and reporting to the Director - APP the incumbent will be primarily responsible for: maintaining and continuing improvement of our global risk-based audit methodology (AM) and related guidance; development maintenance and delivery of audits Global Training Strategy; assisting with the annual audit planning process; and identifying opportunities for enhancing the operational effectiveness of the global audit function.

Is This Role Right for You In this role you will:
Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence
Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships systems and knowledge

Maintain the Global Audit Department Methodology
- Communicate new and/or changes to existing methodology/standards
- Develop guidance on methodology issues
- Participate in the maintenance of the Audit Manual
- Develop generic Detailed Audit Programs (DAPs) as required

Develop maintain and oversee the Audit Departments Global Training Strategy
- Develop training materials and determine the most effective medium of training for different requests
- Facilitate/deliver training sessions to audit department staff globally
- Co-ordinate on-site external training where appropriate
- Develop a training curriculum to support the departments skill needs


Assist in the coordination of the annual audit planning process by conducting quality assurance reviews of risk assessments business overviews resource requirements and audit strategies

- Identify opportunities for enhancing the operational effectiveness of the global Audit function
- Understand how the Banks risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions
- Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas while ensuring the adequacy adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations
- Champion a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts retains develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment communicating vision/values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team

Do You Have the Skills
Strong knowledge of banking and the financial services industry internal and/or external audit processes and methodologies
Experience in development and delivery of audit training; project management experience; manage multiple activities concurrently
Detailed knowledge of auditing technical standards and practices
Working knowledge of the IIA Standards and the COSO Internal Control Framework
Working knowledge of MS Word Excel PowerPoint and audit software tools (such as TeamMate Power BI Outlook)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with staff at various levels
Ability to write clear and concise internal and external communications
Ability to express point of view and impart specialized knowledge clearly logically convincingly and persuasively in written and oral communication
Ability to facilitate/deliver presentations to different levels of audience
Minimum of 3 to 5 years audit experience
Spanish is an asset
Working towards a Professional Accounting or Internal Audit Designation is an asset

Whats In It for You
Career growth opportunity
Work with a team of professionals on collaborate environment
Exposure to entire audit department globally
Opportunities for development
A robust learning platform with training available including audit focused training
Opportunities to explore and develop skills of the future

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.

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