Senior IT Internal Auditor

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The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets.  United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

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Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, the Senior IT Internal Auditor performs independent assignments to assist the audit committees and management in drawing conclusions on the adequacy of design and operating effectiveness of the organization’s internal controls systems.

The Senior IT Internal Auditor plays a key role in delivering the annual audit plan providing assurance and insights to the organization. This includes conducting audits financial reporting, System and Organization Control (SOC) reporting audits, information technology & cybersecurity audits, and governance, risk management & operational audits.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead and execute risk-based audits as part of the annual audit plan, in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the Internal Audit methodology, audit universe, and key business processes.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and analyse  key business and process risks and develop comprehensive audit plans.
• Execute the audit program and prepare clear and effective documentation.
• Perform interviews and walkthroughs with auditees to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control gaps and assess their impact on TMX’s financial, regulatory, legal,  compliance, and operational objectives.
• Drive positive change by using problem-solving and critical thinking to analyse data, identify root causes, and recommend impactful process and control enhancements.
• Communicate identified gaps clearly and effectively in writing and verbally to stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide team members to foster a culture of collaboration.
• Support the maintenance of control objectives and controls within the GRC system (ServiceNow), to facilitate the quarterly CEO/CFO certification process.
• Perform ad-hoc assignments including control advisory engagements and implementation of data analytics and continuous auditing techniques. 
• Follow emerging technologies across the organization and assess their impact on the audit plan.

Skills and Experience:

• CISA designation is required
• CISSP and/or CIA designation preferred
• CPA designation is an asset
• Minimum of 5 years auditing experience, with experience in IT general controls
• Experience in Information Technology & Security audits that include performing IT & security risk and control assessments
• Proficient with Google for Work and audit management software
• Knowledge of various IT environments and technologies (Windows, UNIX/Linux, Databases, Network, Firewalls, Cloud technologies), IT general controls, auditing projects from design to implementation and relevant standards (ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, NIST) is preferred
• Knowledge of Alteryx (AI Analytics Platform) or similar data analytic experience is an asset 
• Familiarity with IFRS, generally accepted accounting and auditing standards, CEO/CFO Certification and SOC reporting audits; up-to-date knowledge of accounting and auditing developments and changes in relevant laws and regulations is an asset

Behavioural

• Acts with integrity and demonstrates courage in challenging situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and sustain relationships across the organization
• Utilizes problem-solving and critical thinking to analyze data and identify control gaps
• Proactively contributes new ideas and perspectives
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities across multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Inquisitive and committed to learning and self-improvement
• Flexible and able to adapt to change

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.