Job Description

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.  We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.  As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. 

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What We Do

The Audit Manager works with a wider audit team to evaluate risks and controls, executes business and integrated audit assignments in line with the agile auditing methodology, communicates findings to management, proposes solutions for business improvements, follows-up on corrective actions, and produce presentation to various Senior Management, Audit Committees and Board of Directors.

Fidelity Canada Internal Audit provides independent and objective assurance and business advisory services in alignment to the organizational strategy and vision that help Fidelity Canada manage risk, improve customer service, enhance overall organizational value and business performance, and promote a risk culture of proactive enterprise risk management. This mission is accomplished through assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, compliance, risk management and governance processes; reporting on issues and solutions that improve Fidelity Canada’s control environment; promoting best practices, continuous enhancements and improvement of financial, operational controls, processes and system capabilities; and responding to change with a sense of urgency through continuous risk assessment and resource allocation.

How You’ll Make an Impact

-Executes and coordinates planned audit activities to ensure business risks identified in assigned project are properly addressed.

• Plans and executes audit scope coverage, fieldwork and testing within the given timeframe, utilizing the Agile auditing methodology

• Creates a planning document for each audit managed that includes sufficient detail to leave a permanent record of the area being audited for the next audit cycle.

• Leads team discussions regarding audit scope and recommends changes based on risks identified.

• Performs process walkthroughs with business unit associates and audit testing and documents the control environment and testing result using best practices by organizing and analyzing audit data and summarizing audit findings for review.

• Escalates significant audit findings on a timely basis and documents clear and concise finding.

• Keeps Internal Audit and functional management fully informed of the progress of all assignments and following-up issues to ensure that all agreed improvements have been actioned.

- Keeps abreast of and leverages current and emerging audit tools and techniques (e.g., data mining/analytics

• Performs technical research using external and internal source material.

• Applies technology and other tools to improve the audit process and results (e.g. data mining/analytics).

• Leverages current and emerging audit tools and processes, such as Microsoft solutions (PowerBI), JIRA and audit analytics software (ACL) and Big Data, data mining, predictive modeling and analytical tools (SQL, Python, SAS, Adobe Analytics)

• Analyzes and tests large volumes of data for outliers, anomalies, patterns, and trends, and helps evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of controls.

• Establishes and maintains an effective system of data analytics and models which provide enhanced insight into risks and controls.

• Assists in the testing of specific technology-based controls and IT general controls alongside business process.

- Drafts audit reports and relevant management reports or visualization for review.

• Drafts audit reports that provide a clear description of issues identified, related business impact, and proposed action plans/control enhancement opportunities.

• Leads exit meetings and presents findings to business unit management.

• Effectively communicates issues and findings to business unit key contacts, senior management, and leaders to facilitate the identification and resolution of risk issues

• Monitors issue resolution and engage with stakeholders to perform validation and timely closure of audit findings as required

• Present findings and emerging and thematic risks through the use of digitalization and visualization (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).

- Assists with the development of integrated risk-based audit plan to ensure consistent and adequate coverage of Fidelity Canada.

• Builds working relationships with appropriate contact in client organizations.

• Assists in performing on-going dynamic risk assessments with key stakeholders, identify any audit gaps and control weaknesses within the audit universe. Assists in identifying any thematic operation or technology risks and/or controls

• Provides input and recommendations for the development of the integrated audit plan.

What We’re Looking For

• Completion of a university degree or equivalent work experience in Finance or accounting

• Professional certifications (CA, CPA, CIA, CISA) preferred

• Additional accreditation in internal audit, accountancy or information technology is nice to have

• 5+ years of external or internal audit or audit-related experience

• Proven ability developing the data analytics capabilities of others and proficiency in data analytics techniques and relevant/recent data analysis experience in audit, financial, risk management, or technology functions

• Knowledge and proficiency in extraction and analysis of large sets of data from a wide variety of financial systems, leveraging data analysis tools (e.g., Python, SAS, Excel, Access, and/or Microsoft SQL) for analysis of data, data mining and predictive modeling

• Experience in financial services and knowledge/experience in auditing one or more of: asset management, investment management (trading desk, private placements, portfolio management, investment compliance), capital market, brokerage, data management, cloud services is an asset

What You Will Bring

• Knowledge of accounting and reporting standards and regulatory requirements (MFDA, IIROC, OSC) is desirable.

• Strong quantitative, analytical, data-intuition, and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in data analytics techniques.

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels.

• Critical thinker with effective influencing and ability to think outside the box.

• Flexible, adaptable and ability to multi-task and quickly respond and adapt effectively to changing business needs and priorities.

• Ability to build strong relationships and influence senior stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal skills to establish relationships and clearly articulate thoughts and ideas.

• Strong organizational and project management skills to manage concurrent projects, drive performance, and meet deadlines.

• Team player and leader who works collaboratively with others to achieve team goals.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

•    Canada's Top 100 Employers 
o    Greater Toronto's Top Employers 
o    Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers 
o    Canada's Top Employers for Young People 
  
•    Great Place To Work® Certified 
o    Best Workplaces for Inclusion 
o    Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness 
o    Best Workplaces for Today's Youth 
o    Best Workplaces for Women 
o    Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance 
o    Best Workplaces in Ontario 
o    Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams 

•    LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
  
•    Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work 
o    HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program 
o    HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer 

Designations
•    Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified 
•    Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy 
•    TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting 
•    Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team