Manager, Internal Controls (#2444)

The Company

The Position

As a proven change leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the rationalization of controls and implementing process improvements that will ensure processes are both effective and efficient within the financial areas of the company.

With one direct report initially, the Manager, Process and Controls reports directly to the Corporate Controller and has overall responsibility for the documentation, testing and assessment of disclosure and internal controls over financial reporting.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Working with management on addressing and managing the implementation of remediation issues in financial reporting controls within their areas;
• Staying abreast of changes to the Sarbanes Oxley Act and MI 52-109 with respect to internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure controls;
• Providing updates to management on a quarterly basis on regulatory developments and internal controls certification;
• Area expert in the area of financial controls, providing guidance to management in process changes and educating and influencing key stakeholders in all areas of the organization;
• Providing guidance to management as issues arise on the best course of action within the legislation;
• Using the internal controls over financial reporting documentation to work with process owners on process improvements to strengthen their control structures and gain process efficiencies; and
• Special projects.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have the following education, experience, and personal characteristics:

Education

• Completion of a recognized accounting designation;
• CISA designation or demonstrated related experience in COBIT and IT control assessment.

Experience

• A track record of successfully leading and implementing technically related process improvements and effectively guiding the organization through the associated changes;
• Consistently recognized for excellent leadership skills, particularly in the areas of initiative, mentorship, coaching, influence and change management;
• The project management and communication skills necessary to lead the project strategically, combined with the technical depth to provide hands-on support and guidance when needed;
• Understanding and application of Canadian GAAP, Canadian Securities, US GAAP and US securities standards;
• Strong analytical and financial/managerial skills;
• Direct experience in establishing financial controls in a publicly listed entity; and
• A proven ability to prepare and effectively present materials for senior management and the Board of Directors both verbally and in writing;

Personal Characteristics

• A sense of humor and ability to adapt. Sincerely enjoys working within and contributing to a “fun, inspired workplace;”
• Ability to effectively interact with and influence individuals at all levels of the organization;
• Strong commitment to ensuring the deadlines are maintained and achieved;
• Strong business acumen, with a passion for working in a fast paced environment;
• Excellent communication, team building and organizational skills; and
• Highly motivated with a roll-up-your sleeves attitude.

Attractions

• A growing, award winning, global, industry leader and employer of choice where the finance and accounting team is viewed as a strategic business partner and key enabler of the organization.
• A dynamic organization where talent has the opportunity to learn, develop and progress based on merit and achievement.
• Join a well led, experienced, fun and growing finance and accounting team where you will have the opportunity to initiate, lead and implement an important process for the next phase of the organization’s growth.

Location

Calgary, Alberta

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For more information, please call our partner office:

CONROY ROSS PARTNERS LIMITED
(403) 261-8080
Leona Wowniar (ext 327) or Lindsay Mullaly (ext 382) or Sean McLean (ext 343)