Director, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR)

Permanent Full Time

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Reporting to the AVP Accounting & Controls the Director Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) is responsible for leading the Canadian ICOFR program and ensuring the organization maintains a sustainable risk-based and effective control environment.

The Director serves as the central point of coordination across Canada Finance Business Technology Risk & Controls Internal Audit and External Audit providing governance and oversight over the design evaluation remediation and continuous improvement of internal controls that support reliable financial reporting and CEO/CFO certification requirements.

This role is a key leadership position within the Canada Controller Group responsible for driving control effectiveness remediation governance continuous improvement and the overall maturity of the Canadian control environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Governance & Program Oversight: Lead the Canadian ICOFR program by providing governance and oversight that supports CEO/CFO certification requirements coordinating across Canada Finance Business Technology Risk & Controls Internal Audit and External Audit and delivering timely reporting insights and recommendations to senior management
• Control Design & Operating Effectiveness Oversight: Provide oversight of the design documentation assessment and continuous improvement of the Canadian control environment through risk assessment and scoping activities quality reviews consistent application of ICOFR methodologies and control optimization initiatives
• Deficiency Evaluation & Remediation Oversight: Provide Canada-wide governance over control deficiency assessments and remediation activities including severity evaluation remediation oversight progress monitoring and validation of remediation outcomes. Communicate ICOFR assessments remediation status emerging risks and key conclusions to senior management
• Enhancing the Overall Control Environment: Lead the evolution of the Canadian control environment by identifying opportunities to strengthen processes and controls enhancing the quality and consistency of control documentation promoting stronger control ownership and accountability across the organization and providing education and guidance to support control awareness
• Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team by providing coaching mentorship and development opportunities while fostering a culture of collaboration accountability continuous improvement and business partnership

What You Will Bring

• CPA designation (required)
• 8 years of progressive experience in internal controls external audit internal audit or financial reporting including experience leading teams complex initiatives and cross-functional stakeholder groups
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks including COSO and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR/SOX) with experience evaluating control deficiencies remediation activities and financial reporting impacts
• Demonstrated experience leading ICOFR control optimization remediation or control automation initiatives
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Exceptional communication presentation stakeholder management and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and business partners
• Proven experience building coaching and leading high-performing teams; experience within the insurance or financial services industry is a strong asset

Given the size and scope of our organization we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto London Winnipeg. This role follows a hybrid work model with an in-office presence required three days per week.

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The base salary for this position is between $128200 - $178200 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 Canada Life

Wereunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financialphysicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

Werelooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up we do the right thing and we deliver for our customerscommunitiesand each you someone who always strives to do the right thing who steps up for themselves and others and who delivers with impact Then we want to hear from you!

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.

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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 Canada Life policies.

Canada Lifewould like to thank all applicants however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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