Senior Manager - Internal Audit (14 month contract)

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Role

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Manager, Internal Audit to join our team. Either you are passionate about Internal Audit or you are a Finance leader that wants to develop your career, come and join us!

The Senior Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for advance level professional internal auditing work that serves as a key component of the Company’s governance structure.

The Senior Manager, Internal Audit works with the business providing risk assessment, insight, analysis, and advisory support that both enhances corporate governance and risk management and facilitates business process improvements.

The Senior Manager, Internal Audit will be responsible for the planning of audit assignments and risk assessments, including tests of controls and/or tests of details including (but not limited to): financial audits, IT audits, internal controls, operational performance, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, compliance with company policies and procedures, and fraud investigations. The Senior Manager, Internal Audit works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment under the direction of more experienced auditors. The Senior Manager, Internal Audit adheres to all corporate policies and procedures as well as professional ethical standards. The Senior Manager, Internal Audit reports directly to the Director, Internal Audit.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the evaluation and testing of SOX controls.
• Responsible for the annual Internal Audit Annual Financial Statement Risk Assessment.
• Develop and create planning documentation, such as: project budgets, scoping assessments, and audit programs according to department standards.
• Direct managers in the performance of complex independent analyses to determine the reliability and integrity of information; compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, the safeguarding of assets; and process efficiency.
• Oversee the performance of managers.
• Work with managers to maximize team efficiency.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and supervision to managers.
• Work with management to establish audit plans, audit results, and recommendations to resolve audit findings.
• Provide annual and annual training to key stakeholders.
• Work with management to facilitate adoption of best practices in governance, risk and control.
• Performs follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues related to SOX controls.
• Assists the Director, Internal Audit in identifying and evaluating the organization’s IT risk areas; assists in the updating of the IT audit universe and the annual audit plan.
• Assists the Director, Internal Audit when preparing the annual audit plan.
• Develops and creates planning documentation, such as: project budgets, scoping assessments, and audit programs according to department standards.
• Participates in opening and closing meetings with Management.
• Contributes to the development of an IT audit methodology for compliance with the IIA Professional Practices Framework.
• Participates as a consultant on significant IT projects in an audit/control capacity.
• Develops and maintains productive relationships throughout the company and within the department.
• Monitors any work performed by IT consultants contracted to provide internal audit services and review their deliverables.
• Performs research to design IT assurance strategies for topics defined in the audit universe.
• Performs other related work or external audit assistance as assigned by the Director, Internal Audit.

Job Qualifications

• 6-8 years of financial, operational, or compliance audit experience at a public accounting firm, in an internal audit department, including supervisory experience, is required.
• 2-3 years of experience managing people and cross-functional teams.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or 6-8 years of financial, operational, or compliance audit experience at a public accounting firm, in an internal audit department.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing, control standards and internal consulting skills.
• Strong analytic and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to identify solutions and recommendations that effectively address business and control needs.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, control procedures and audit techniques.
• Strong understanding of the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.
• The ability to multi-task effectively, responding to changing business priorities and deadlines.
• The ability to work independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Visio).
• Critical thinker with a passion for completing data analysis to identify trends, conclusions and provide recommendations based on the findings.
• Designated CPA (or CPA candidate awaiting designation) would be an asset.

Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the R eliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and be able to obtain higher clearances.

Benefits Statement

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program and to their family.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

The compensation range for this position is $130,000-150,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.