Manager, Financial Governance & IT Controls - Banking
The Manager serves as the subject matter expert for technology controls, governance, and SOX compliance within a banking environment. Key duties include managing audit walkthroughs, performing third-party vendor risk assessments, and coordinating quarterly governance attestations.
- Hybrid
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 14, 2026
- Apply by Sep 13, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Our client, a Canadian Industry giant is seeking an experienced Manager, Financial Governance & IT Controls to join the team on a 6-month contract to backfill for someone leaving the team. There is a chance this could turn into a longer term opportunities. This role sits within a Financial Governance team that provides governance, controls, audit, and compliance support across the Technology. This Manager will act as a subject matter expert (SME) for the controls environment within technologies. The role has a strong focus on technology controls and third-party vendors, while also requiring a solid understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. The successful candidate will support established governance programs and work closely with business partners, control owners, Internal Audit, Corporate Audit, and Finance leadership to ensure an effective control framework is maintained. ***This role is hybrid requiring you to work in office 3 days a week Key Responsibilities include the following; Serve as the primary governance and controls SME for the assigned Technology Support governance, compliance, policy, and SOX controls activities across the technology Facilitate discussions and walkthroughs between auditors and technology stakeholders during Internal Audit and Corporate Audit reviews Coordinate and gather supporting documentation and evidence for audit testing activities Assist in assessing audit findings, identifying control gaps, and supporting remediation efforts in Technology Controls Partner with control owners to update and enhance control documentation and processes as required Prepare and coordinate quarterly governance and audit attestation letters for sign-off by Bank Controllers and Finance leadership Manage the year end Soc 1 and Soc 2 reports and relationships Perform risk assessments relating to third-party technology vendors, with a particular focus on technology risk and control effectiveness. Qualifications & Experience required include the following; Manager-level experience in Financial Governance, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Audit, Compliance from an IT Audit perspective Professional designation such as CPA, CISA, CIA or equivalent Strong knowledge of ITGCs, ICFRS and SOX controls, financial controls, governance frameworks, and policy compliance Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple business groups Experience within financial services, banking, wealth management, or capital markets environments is highly preferred Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Experience working in a bank, insurance or financial institution If you are qualified and interested in this position, please send your resume in MS Word today to Navneet Kaur at [email protected]. For other opportunities please visit www.ifg-global.com today.
What you’ll do
The Manager serves as the subject matter expert for technology controls, governance, and SOX compliance within a banking environment. Key duties include managing audit walkthroughs, performing third-party vendor risk assessments, and coordinating quarterly governance attestations.
Requirements
Candidates must have manager-level experience in IT audit, risk management, or financial governance, preferably within the banking or financial services sector. A professional designation such as CPA, CISA, or CIA is required.
Other relevant skills
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- Financial Governance
- IT Controls
- ITGCs
- SOX Controls
- ICFRS
- Risk Management
- Internal Audit
- Compliance
- Third-party Risk Assessment
- Stakeholder Management
- SOC 1 and SOC 2 Reporting
- Financial Reporting
- Audit Remediation
- Governance Frameworks
- Policy Compliance
Job areas
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Technology
- Consulting
- Security & Safety
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 13, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Office presence
- 3 days per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available