AVP Internal Controls at Zurich Canada overseeing internal control activities and ensuring risk mitigation. Leading annual assessments and controls testing in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Conduct annual internal control-risk assessment
Define annual controls testing plan
Oversee annual controls testing activities (consumed as internal shared service)
Act as main point of contact to the local risk team, the shared service controls team, and the business on all control issues and matters
Work closely with controls testers and business stakeholders to advise on effective control and process design
Liaise with subject matter experts across the group to ensure best practice in the areas of ICFR, ITGC and all operational and compliance controls
Monitor status of remediation action plans and control attestations and communicate proactively with business stakeholders
Requirements
Bachelors Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area
Knowledge and experience using accounting principles
General ledger and transactional experience
Experience with General Ledger, software, financial reporting systems, Business Objects and financial query tools.
CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting certification) is required
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in internal controls, risk assessment, audit, or compliance, preferably in a commercial insurance environment
Experience in an accounting firm (audit or advisory), ideally combined with experience in the insurance industry
Demonstrated expertise in control frameworks, such as ICFR (Internal Control over Financial Reporting) and ITGC (IT General Controls)
Hands-on experience conducting control risk assessments, designing and executing controls testing plans, and overseeing remediation activities
Advanced knowledge of operational and compliance controls within a regulated financial service company
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively at all organizational levels, including senior leadership and Executive Committee members.
Benefits
Comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage
Minimum of four weeks of vacation per year
Four personal days per year to be used at their discretion
Access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities
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