Auditor (Non-IT) III #26-28141

Work Model: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

Duration: 6+ months(Extension & Conversion possible)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Auditor (Non-IT) III to support the Operational Risk and Controls Oversight function within a leading financial institution.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing independent second-line review and effective challenge of Control Testing activities across business units and support functions. This individual will assess the quality, effectiveness and consistency of control testing, ensuring that testing methodologies, evidence, findings and remediation plans meet established risk and governance standards.

The ideal candidate will have a background in operational risk, internal audit, compliance or controls oversight within a complex financial institution, along with strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform independent second-line reviews and provide effective challenge of Control Testing activities and outcomes across business units and support functions.
• Assess control testing scope, methodology, sample selection, procedures, supporting evidence and conclusions for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate the quality and consistency of control effectiveness ratings, identified deficiencies and management responses.
• Determine whether testing results accurately reflect underlying risks, control objectives and potential business impacts.
• Identify recurring trends, systemic control weaknesses, concentration risks and emerging issues across the control testing portfolio.
• Prepare clear, concise and actionable reports and insights for senior management and risk committees.
• Review and challenge remediation plans to ensure corrective actions address underlying control weaknesses and are supported by sufficient closure evidence.
• Collaborate with business, control and enterprise stakeholders to promote consistent application of control testing requirements.
• Provide risk-based advice and subject matter expertise while maintaining independent second-line oversight.

Must-Have Qualifications & Skills

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in Operational Risk, Internal Audit, Compliance, Controls or a related oversight function.
• Previous experience within a complex financial institution, preferably banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of control design, control effectiveness and control testing methodologies.
• Experience assessing audit/control testing evidence, identifying deficiencies and reviewing remediation activities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide credible challenge and influence stakeholders without formal authority.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including senior management reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail, independent judgement and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Wholesale banking or capital markets experience.
• Experience working within a Big Four consulting or professional services firm, particularly on financial services audit or risk engagements.
• Professional certifications in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Accounting or a related discipline (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA or CRMA).

Ideal Candidate Background

Candidates with experience in:

• Financial Services Internal Audit
• Operational Risk Management
• Second-Line Risk Oversight
• Controls Testing and Assurance
• Audit Quality Assurance
• Compliance and Controls Governance

Important: This position focuses on independent oversight and challenge of control testing rather than first-line control execution or ownership of the testing program.

Additional Details

• Onsite requirement: 4 days per week in downtown Toronto.
• No travel required.
• No customer data access.
• Initial training period: Approximately 4 weeks.
• Interview process: One in-person interview.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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