Senior Consultant- Technology Risk- Assurance

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

Technology is changing the way businesses are operating. New technologies provide businesses with the potential to deliver new services operate in new markets and to change the way they operate. Associated with these opportunities come risks our clients seek independent advice and assurance over diverse issues which include for example the design and operation of their internal controls the security of their business critical systems the delivery of major IT enabled programmes their relationships with third parties and their management stewardship and ability to exploit business critical data.

The opportunity

EY is seeking a Senior to join our Technology Risk team. This professional will manage engagement teams as well as directly assist clients in employing information systems resources and controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risk. The successful candidate will also work with client personnel to analyze evaluate and enhance information systems facilitating the business internal control process and will assist clients and other IT professionals in performing information technology (IT) control and security engagements.

This job posting does not relate to an existing vacancy within our organization however we welcome applications on a continuing basis.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Financial Audit IT Integration Execution of IT related audit procedures (including IT related procedures beyond ITGCs) in support of financial statement audits and reporting on internal controls over financial reporting (integrated and non-integrated audits)
• Internal Controls Attestations Focus on providing an opinion on managements assertion over business processes and controls including IT General Controls.
• Service organization reporting Focus on the issuance of third-party reports in the form of 3416 reports SOC 1 & SOC 2 reports etc.
• Provide high quality professional day-to-day management of internal/external audit engagements/projects and understand EYs practices and service offerings and identify potential opportunities to improve such service offerings
• Lead and support the on-site coordination role for audit clients including planning briefing team on the clients IT environment and industry IT trends coaching and mentoring staff communicating with the clients and completing audit engagements
• Maintain relationships with client management to manage expectations of service including work products timing and the value to be delivered.
• Support preparation of IT external audit reports on the adequacy and effectiveness of control structure along with practical recommendations to improve the effectiveness efficiency of a control or process.
• Able to discuss and resolve IT audit issues and recommendations with client management.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex information systems and apply it to client situations.
  

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Highly professional with ability to work in challenging diverse and evolving client environments
• Flexible with the ability to learn quickly and leverage skills in new situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to build strong client relationships
• Strong team working skills are essential
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• A passion to contribute to the growth of the practice
• Strong experience interacting with clients at all levels including Staff Leadership and Partners
• Strong written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior staff on engagements.
  

To qualify for the role you must have

• A minimum of 2 - 4 years of experience in IT audits and/or risk assessments and/or technology evaluations;
• Bachelors Degree (or higher) in Business Administration Commerce Computer Science Management Information Systems or other relevant program required.
• Possessing relevant accounting / audit designation(s) or working towards one (e.g. CPA CISA CIA CISSP CISM) is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of COBIT ITIL NIST or other IT frameworks would be as asset.
• Experience with data and analytics tools such as ACL; providing IT support to non IT auditors.
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite including Excel Word OneNote and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain Government of Canada Secret clearance
• Willingness to travel
  

Ideally youll also have

• Hands on experience with project management or IT operations based in large enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP Oracle EBS JDE and SAP or information security would be an asset.
  

What We Look For

As an ambassador for the Technology Risk team you will need to build a strong network internally and be able to exceed our clients high expectations. We are seeking high performing individuals who have been recognised for exceeding expectations. Were interested in highly motivated talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role so youll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market. If youre serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients most complex issues this role is for you.

What We offer

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical emotional financial and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical dental and prescription drug coverage as well as mental health benefits a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off including personal days vacation days and additional firm-wide holidays along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EYs exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity education relevant experience knowledge and applicable skill sets.

• • Toronto : $68000 to $102500

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