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- Coordinate with and support our in-house team, various portfolio company teams and service providers
- Lead SOX engagements based in North America and review working papers in accordance with SOX and audit standards and internal audit procedures
- Planning and supervising testing for assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including coordinating work with the internal SOX Compliance team, internal stakeholders, external auditors and other third parties
- Support and collaborate with stakeholders across various operating businesses to ensure the SOX program is being executed in accordance with the company's plan
- Evaluate severity of deficiencies, identify root causes and develop clear, concise, practical recommendations and ensure timely remediation
- Review and update internal controls documentation as needed (risk-control matrices, narratives, flowcharts, and testing plans)
- Provide training and coaching for the internal SOX Compliance team
- Assist with monitoring and supporting the optimization of critical business processes and procedures
- Provide advice and recommendations as necessary to strengthen and optimize internal controls.
- Support new acquisitions through identifying gaps, implementing control frameworks and assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls
- Where appropriate, provide necessary training on key PCAOB requirements to enhance the SOX Program
- Strong knowledge of SOX requirements and leading SOX programs or management testing engagements; Big 4 experience is an asset
- Experience managing business processes testing with a good understanding of ITGC's and application controls
- Experience working in a business advisory role with publicly listed companies across different countries
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Strong influencing skills: ability to present points of view effectively and gain support for their position, balancing technical and business considerations
- Ability to identify risks and recommend cost-effective internal controls
- Experience working with growing organizations with changing needs and multiple complex business transactions
- Able to work and travel between Canada and US (~15-20% travel)
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), Accounting and Auditing designations (CPA, CA, CIA or equivalent), with at least 5-8 years of supervisory experience in accounting, integrated auditing, internal controls and/or financial processes and reporting
- Experience leading and managing teams
- Demonstrated and proven project management or coordination skills
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability
- Demonstrated and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
- Knowledge of data-based auditing techniques (including use of CAATs and sampling methods)
- Knowledge of US GAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS"), SOX regulatory requirements is an asset
Manager, SOX Compliance - Toronto, Canada - Brookfield Asset Management
Description
Job Description
Manager, SOX Compliance
About the Role
Reporting to the Vice President, Portfolio Management, the Manager, SOX Compliance will work with the North American operating businesses to assess, understand, and mitigate key business risks.
Key Responsibilities
Knowledge and Experience Required
Qualifications