Job Description

:Our client is a global publicly traded company in the mining space and they are looking for a Manger of Internal Audit and Global SOX Controls. Directly reporting to the Vice-President Internal Audit, this role effectively manages the SOX compliance project and presents audit findings in the form of written reports, including recommendations for corrective actions, to Site and Corporate management and the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board of Directors.The roles and duties of the Manager of Internal Audit is as follows:

• Effectively manages and provides audit support for all aspects of the SOX compliance program, including Sections 302 & 404 of the SOX Act.
• Reviews/performs internal control testing and assessments.
• Supervises and leads audit teams in executing the SOX audit program, including establishing project plans and milestones, analyzing risks, developing and monitoring against budgets, and delegating work assignments and being accountable for results.
• Identifies strategies to overcome challenges and barriers.
• Develops and provides recommendations and remediation plans to management for control improvements.
• Performs annual Risk Assessment, including a re-assessment of the control environment and related optimization of the supporting compliance program.
• Shares perspectives with internal and external auditors\' for accounting and/or control issues. Collaborates where appropriate with external auditors during all phases of the SOX compliance program.
• Reports on results of the SOX compliance program to Corporate management and the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory changes and trends specific to Sections 302 & 404 of the SOX Act.
• Collaborates with Sites and the Corporate office to promote a strong control culture across the organization to execute audit strategies to allow the IA function to meet its overall mandate. Contributes to the identification of risks to support the IA risk universe.
• Works with management to assess risks and controls in order to determine appropriate audit scope and audit strategies.
• Proposes new IA approaches, methods, and policies to optimize performance of the IA team and to ensure adherence to IIA standards and relevant best practices.
• Builds competencies through training and development in auditing, accounting, and other specialized areas of the business operations to support the execution of audits.
• Executes steps to enhance operational efficiency.
• Completes special projects and reporting expected by management and the Board of Directors.
• To lead and manage the audit strategy as directed in the global audit plan and deliver high quality audits Oversees the audit plan and executes specific audits, including conducting planning, risk assessment, interviews with management, development and execution of audit programs, and closing meetings to issue and communicate audit reports and results.
• Ensures the IA function delivers the commitments from the IA Charter. Sets and adheres to performance targets and metrics in accordance with IA\'s mandate.
• Executes audits including establishing project plans and milestones, analyzing risks, developing budgets, and supervising and delegating work assignments, as applicable, and being accountable for results.
• Prepares and/or presents written reports with regard to deficiencies and/or areas of improvement discovered during the course of audits, including the tracking and follow-up of identified areas for management action.
• To effectively manage business relationships Builds and maintains a constructive relationship with Site and Corporate management.
• Share and collaborate learnings on approaches and findings with other IA team members, for wider sharing of lessons learned and potential company-wide implications of observations.

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• Professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA or equivalent) required, CIA or CISA a plus.
• 5-8+ years of relevant professional experience, including experience with SOX, along with good knowledge of specific 302 & 404 requirements.
• Experience with managing teams.
• Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred.
• Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience with data analytical tools (e.g. Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, etc.) and audit management solutions (e.g. TeamMate+) is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in dealing with internal and external parties.
• Ability to deliver clear, concise and consistent messages both up, down, and across the organization, especially with all levels of management.
• Strong leadership and project management skills with an ability to think strategically.
• Ability to supervise and coach others.
• Computer Skills - advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to proactively problem solve and work through contentious issues with auditees in a non-confrontational, professional manner.
• Ability to influence others using tactful diplomacy to handle sensitive and controversial issues.
• Ability to read, interpret, understand and explain technical regulations and accounting policies set forth by the SEC, IASB, PCAOB, etc.
• Language skills - English proficiency. Knowledge of any of the following additional languages is preferred: French, Spanish, or Portuguese.
• Approximately 20% - 25% travel will be required.

The Mason Group