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:
Our team members are important to us and we understand that each persons needs and circumstances are unique. At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual addition Internal audit fully participates in and supports Sun Lifes quinquennial sabbatical program where starting with your 5th work anniversary and repeating every five years after you can take a 3-6 week sabbatical that includes an additional paid week off.
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 Corporate Functions.You 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 complex audit engagements ensuring proper coverage and adherence to auditing principles within assigned time/budget
Monitor project progress and provide leadership to meet department objectives
Document business understanding objectives metrics key controls and test strategies
Lead client meetings present audit findings and conduct opening/closing meetings
Assess key control design execute testing and identify gaps
Prepare and review internal audit reports for management
Monitor audit findings to ensure effective resolution
Build and manage relationships with business partners and corporate contacts
Identify opportunities for test automation using Data Analytics and internal toolsets
Monitor key projects and strategic initiatives
Stay current on regulatory requirements risk management best practices and industry thought leadership
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
Knowledge of or exposure to IFRS and Compliance (Anti-Money Laundering Privacy Market Conduct ABAC) would be an advantage
Knowledge of or exposure to IT Risk and IT General Controls would be an advantage
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
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
Flexible work environment
20 vacation days per year
The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
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.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .
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.
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:
12/12/2025Required Experience:
Manager