Manager, Audit and Risk

Sun Life

. Manage the CSAE 3416 (SOC1) and financial statement (SOX) annual audit programs .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeWaterloo • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$85,000 - CA$128,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing audit programs, financial reporting, and internal controls, with a strong focus on compliance with IFRS and SOX standards. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor associates, and drive risk assessment and quality assurance initiatives.

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Audit ManagementFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsCPA or CIA CertificationRisk Assessment

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Hard Skills

CSAE 3416SOX ComplianceTechnical AccountingControl Matrices DevelopmentEnd User Computing ManagementRisk ModelsQuality Assurance TestingICFR DocumentationAccess ReviewsWrite-Off Reporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCoaching SkillsSelf-MotivatedResults-OrientedFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIA

Industry Keywords

IFRSInsurance IndustryBusiness ContinuityDisaster RecoveryGovernment of Canada Reliability Status

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the CSAE 3416 (SOC1) and financial statement (SOX) annual audit programs
Collaborate with Finance and Operations stakeholders to execute audits effectively and efficiently
Lead development and maintenance of key control matrices and narratives
Lead the SLH Finance quality assurance program, including testing and communicating results
Manage key controls, including access reviews, write-off reporting, and quarterly attestations
Lead the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery program
Lead risk assessment activities and prepare risk-based improvement recommendations
Draft ICFR/Error memos and technical accounting/application memos for new or changing businesses
Support management of End User Computing (EUCs) and Risk Models for policy compliance
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance associates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in audit, financial reporting, technical accounting, and/or internal controls
Previous public accounting or internal audit experience
CPA, CIA, or other relevant designation
Understanding of IFRS and SOX controls relevant to the insurance industry
Experienced people manager with strong interpersonal and coaching skills
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and flexible to changing priorities and timelines
Proven technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Must be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance through Sun Life

Benefits

Comp & perks

The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
Inclusive and respectful work environment
Hybrid work flexibility, with the choice to work from the office and virtually based on business, client, and employee needs
Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance support/eligibility