Senior Manager, Enterprise Risk Services

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Description

Inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial – this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Enterprise Risk Services (ERS) team as a Senior Manager. This diverse group of professionals leverages leading-edge industry knowledge to help clients identify, assess, and mitigate risk. As a trusted advisor, you will design and strengthen internal control systems that safeguard assets, enhance operational efficiency, improve financial reporting reliability, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax, and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members turn obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal, planning, and delivery of Enterprise Risk Services engagements across a broad range of industries, including: Internal audits Internal control and compliance assessments (e.g., ICFR, SOX, NI 52-109) Process improvement, governance, and risk management advisory projects Other specialized risk advisory or assurance engagements as assigned
• Determine engagement scope, methodology, criteria, and develop work programs to meet client needs and objectives.
• Execute walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control testing activities; document processes, identify control gaps, and develop practical recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare and present well-structured audit reports and management presentations summarizing key findings, root causes, impacts, and actionable recommendations.
• Manage multiple complex projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to budget and engagement parameters.
• Oversee engagement financials including budgets, WIP management, billing, and variance tracking.
• Lead and support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client meetings, opportunity identification, and service expansion initiatives.
• Provide industry and technical expertise through research, analysis, and client training sessions.
• Build and sustain strong client relationships by delivering value-added insights and proactive solutions.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and conducting performance reviews.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives and thought leadership to advance MNP’s Enterprise Risk Services practice.
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary.

Nice to Have

• Experience in IT audit, including but not limited to General Controls (ITGC) and / or Application Controls.
• Knowledge or practical experience with System and Organization Controls (SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3) reporting and assurance engagements.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, ACL, IDEA) and automation in risk management or audit settings.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls advisory, ideally within a professional services firm or large corporate environment.
• Hold a professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or CISA (or in the process of obtaining). Additional certifications such as CISSP or CRMA are considered assets.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, including COSO, COBIT, and related regulatory standards (e.g., SOX, NI 52-109).
• Proven experience managing multiple priorities, delivering high-quality client service, and maintaining attention to detail under tight timelines.
• Exceptional communication, report writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and persuasively to executives and boards.
• Strong business development and relationship management skills, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for practice growth.
• A collaborative leadership style with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and fostering team development.