Internal Audit Manager (REMOTE)

Job Summary:

• Compensation Range: $100,000 CAD - $120,000 CAD
• This newly created Internal Audit Manager role comes from growth within the newly devolved internal audit function at Modaxo.
• This role joins our select Global Team overseeing worldwide operations. and will report to the Senior Manager of Internal Audit.
•This role requires regular global travel for audits (estimated one month per week on average) is suitable for someone who can work autonomously and thrives in a fast paced environment.
• We operate in a virtual environment.

Job Description:

About the Organization:

Modaxo is a global collective of software and technology businesses. Modaxo provides technology to support the daily movement of people around the world. We estimate that the daily journeys of approx. 300 million people around the world are ‘touched’ and improved by our solutions. We operate multiple brands; often we are the technology behind high-profile public transport systems. We are proud to be on the front-line of contributing to reducing climate impact. We offer permanent, active investment to companies around the world that align with our vision and goals, typically welcoming several new businesses to our Portfolio each year.
Modaxo is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc (“CSI”), a highly acquisitive and extraordinarily successful corporation, listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, operating a buy-and-hold-forever investment strategy, and housing more than 1,000 vertical market software and technology businesses.

This newly created Internal Audit Manager role comes from growth within the newly devolved internal audit function at Modaxo. This role joins our select Global Team overseeing worldwide operations and will report to the Senior Manager of Internal Audit. This role requires regular global travel for audits of Modaxo's Business Units (estimated one month per week on average) is suitable for someone who can work autonomously and thrives in a fast paced environment. We operate in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Perform Financial, Information Technology General Controls (ITGC), Operational, and Compliance audits in accordance with plan and recommend practical solutions and process improvement opportunities to Management. Majority of the audits will be Financial audits.

• Ensure robust documentation of work plans, testing results, conclusions, and recommendations.

• Provide feedback and recommendations on business risks and improving operational efficiencies and processes where appropriate.
• Perform organization-wide risk assessments to identify significant risks or exposure related to internal controls or compliance with Modaxo’s policies and procedures, efficiency of operations, systems, and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Support completion of external audits as needed.
• Key Quarter End reviews, including specific high-risk deliverables, such as large contract checklists, M&A purchase price accounting, and sample account reconciliations as needed.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on complex accounting issues as needed.
• Stay abreast of changes to IFRS, auditing standards, and industry trends.
• Train and coach global finance teams to ensure they have the knowledge and resources they require to adhere to Modaxo’s controls framework.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)

• Post-secondary degree with a major in accounting or finance
• Minimum 4+ years of progressive audit experience including 2+ years of internal audit experience and a track record of progressive career development.
• Strong understanding of controls framework and controls testing.
• Experience working in a global business with multiple currencies and time zones.
• Software industry experience an asset.

• Experience with IFRS (especially IFRS 15) is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial systems, and best practices.
• Effective leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision-making.
• Ability to manage a demanding work schedule and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Can work well independently with limited supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Self-driven and motivated with a passion for learning.
• Any language skills are an advantage.

The Candidate:

• Comfortable with performing audits autonomously and with minimal supervision

• Enjoy a fast-changing environment, which provides great opportunities for future growth.

• Enjoy a fast-changing environment, which provides great opportunities for future growth.
• A true problem solver, who thrives on using curiosity and pragmatism to propose solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with an engaging personality, allowing you to clearly specify what you need and persuade a dispersed team to provide timely and high-quality responses.
• High energy level with ambitious standards for yourself and the people around you.
• Willing to go out of your way to help our Portfolio businesses.
• Positive, curious, humble and above all eager to learn and provide value to the finance community in the Portfolio.
• Flexible and adaptable with ability to work flexible hours across time zones where necessary.
• Always open, honest, reliable, and trustworthy.

Practical:

• Regular travel globally will be required. Estimate one week per month on average, with occasional months travel-free.

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings Available:

1