Senior Advisor, Internal control partners

The Desjardins Group Centre of Excellence in Internal Controls (DGCEIC) manages the financial certification program in accordance with Regulation 52-109 and the SOX Act, carrying out an annual risk analysis to define the scope of required work. It ensures that significant risks are mitigated by internal controls, evaluates their design and effectiveness on an annual basis, and communicates deficiencies and recommendations to stakeholders. It informs senior management and committees on the status of internal controls and deficiencies on a quarterly basis, monitors action plans and assesses the impact of Desjardins projects on its work, while contributing to various special projects. As a senior advisor with the DGCEI. More specifically, you will be required to: Help plan and perform control testing to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting Help analyze the annual financial statements of subsidiaries and processes under your responsibility to determine the scope of work Coordinate documentation and update processes, risk matrices and controls included in the scope of work, or review this work Evaluate and report to stakeholders any deficiencies identified during testing, make recommendations and follow-up their implementation Coordinate the processes under your responsibility with internal and external auditors and other stakeholders Participate in quarterly reports by assisting in the preparation of work documents, and summarizing appropriate results and reports for the target audience Participate in strategic projects and administrative department initiatives. What we offer* Competitive salary and annual bonus 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement Group insurance including telemedicine Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment * Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria. What you bring to the table Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or in a related field A minimum of six years of relevant experience Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered Experience in audit Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or CIA designation Knowledge of internal control over financial reporting Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset #LI-Hybrid Trade Union (If applicable) At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve. If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask! Job Family General finance and accounting (FG) Unposting Date 2025-02-11 Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America. We're the choice for over 52,000 employees and were named one of Canada's top employers in 2024 by Mediacorp and Forbes. We offer a full range of financial products and services and share our expertise in personal services, business services, wealth management, life and health insurance, and property and casualty insurance. Pursuing a career at Desjardins means being part of an organization that puts people first. The jobs you found aren’t the right fit? Introduce yourself: we want to know you!