Manager, Internal Controls

Stantec

. Drive and support Stantec’s global internal control environment, primarily focused on ICFR and SOX Section 404 compliance .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in Internal Controls, ICFR, and SOX compliance, with a strong foundation in financial reporting risk management and audit principles. Proven ability to design and implement effective controls, conduct risk assessments, and enhance compliance processes using technology and data analytics.

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Internal Controls ManagementICFR ComplianceSOX Section 404Financial Reporting Risk AssessmentCPA or CIA Certification

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Hard Skills

Internal ControlsICFRSOX ComplianceFinancial ReportingRisk AssessmentAudit PrinciplesIFRSU.S. GAAPData AnalyticsControl Documentation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship ManagementAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingProfessional Judgment

Tools & Technologies

AIAutomationData Analytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIA

Industry Keywords

COSOPublic AccountingInternal AuditingFinancial ProcessesControl Deficiencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive and support Stantec’s global internal control environment, primarily focused on ICFR and SOX Section 404 compliance
Partner with global business leadership to identify and address financial reporting risks
Design, document, implement, assess, and sustain controls across financially relevant processes and systems
Manage Internal Controls processes and priorities and advise senior leadership
Lead annual ICFR and SOX compliance activities, including planning, risk assessment, scoping, walkthroughs, control assessments, deficiency assessment, remediation, reporting, and year-end activities
Liaise with internal and external auditors and coordinate audit activities, testing requests, and documentation
Maintain and enhance process narratives, risk and control matrices, procedures, flowcharts, evidence standards, assessment methodologies, and supporting documentation
Perform and facilitate risk and control assessments and develop recommendations
Advise on business, process, and technology changes affecting ICFR
Lead and monitor remediation of control deficiencies and identified gaps
Report on control deficiencies, remediation status, emerging risks, audit matters, and program activities
Use AI, technology, data analytics, and automation to improve Internal Controls processes and the control environment
Develop and deliver training and guidance on ICFR, SOX, financial reporting risk, control ownership, documentation, remediation, and Internal Controls methodologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls, ICFR, SOX, and financial reporting risk
Solid financial and accounting acumen
Understanding of IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP
Sound understanding of audit principles and practices
Experience navigating internal and external audit requirements and complex control matters
Strategic and business-oriented mindset
Excellent communication, relationship management, and influencing skills
Highly developed analytical and critical-thinking skills
Technology-forward and curious mindset
Sound professional judgment
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or similar discipline
Minimum 10 years of relevant post-designation experience in a large, complex environment, including public accounting, internal auditing and/or ICFR compliance
Excellent understanding of COSO and risk assessment practices
CPA, CIA, or another relevant professional designation
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time domestically and internationally for up to two weeks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group registered retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off
Bonus eligibility for certain roles