Director, Corporate Financial Reporting ICOFR | Great West

Permanent Full Time

Reporting to the AVP Corporate Financial Reporting Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) the Director Corporate Financial Reporting ICOFR leads the delivery governance and continuous enhancement of the Companys global ICOFR program.

• Provide oversight of Great West Global ICOFR programs including risk-based scoping process greenlighting control assessments deficiency evaluation remediation quarterly sub-certifications audit committee reporting and year-end ICOFR assessments.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to operating segments and business leaders on the design implementation and enhancement of entity-level and business process controls.
• Drive consistency quality and effectiveness of the global control environment through improved control design documentation standards and governance practices.
• Support strategic business and technology initiatives including regulatory accounting and system transformation programs ensuring ICOFR requirements are appropriately addressed.
• Champion process improvement and innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency and scalability of the ICOFR program.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to ensure audit readiness and timely resolution of control findings.
• Report ICOFR program results emerging risks and key issues to senior management the Audit Committee and other stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across Finance Technology Risk Compliance and Internal Audit to support effective program delivery.
• Coach mentor and develop talent fostering the next generation of leaders within the organization.

• Progressive experience in external audit internal audit ICOFR risk management or related governance functions for at least 5 years.
• CPA designation is required.
• SOX controls design and evaluation experience is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of National Instrumentsand 52-110 COSO and internal control governance practices.
• Working knowledge of IFRS including IAS 8.
• Experience leading ICOFR programs control scoping deficiency management remediation and governance activities.
• Experience providing controls advisory support for large-scale business finance or technology transformation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with leveraging technology and automation to improve controls and governance processes is an asset.
• Experience in insurance or financial services is an asset.
• Proven people leadership coaching and talent development experience.

The base salary for this position is between $128200.00 - $178200.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Great-West Lifeco

Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance health insurance retirement and investment services asset management and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada the United States and Europe under the brands: Canada Life Empower and Irish the end of 2024 our companies had over 32250 employees 106000 advisor relationships and thousands of distribution partners serving approximately 40 million customer relationships.

Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.

What we offer:

Were committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Heres what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.

Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefitsplus a $5000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.

Time Off:In addition to regular vacation andpersonal dayswe support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.

Financial Security:Company-matching pension planshare ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.

Rewards and Recognition:Employee recognition programs service milestone celebrations employee discounts and more!

Emphasis onCommunity:We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs)mentorshipprogramssocialclubsandevents.

Learn moreaboutGreat-West Lifeco.

Werecommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Great-West Lifeco policies.

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