IT Audit Manager

Job Description

The Manager, IT Audit will contribute and advocate Extendicare’s purpose of Helping People Live Better and is responsible for managing internal and external IT audit projects and engagements, the design and effectiveness of IT Audit controls and ensuring that regulatory compliance is at required levels.

This position will be located at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario and offers a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leaders to define, implement, and maintain the IT audit control framework to support internal and external audit requirements.
• Lead and execute IT audits, including system implementations and integrations, to evaluate control design, operational effectiveness, and compliance with policies.
• Develop and deliver clear audit reports outlining findings, associated risks, and practical recommendations for enhancing IT governance and operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and third-party audits, ensuring alignment, documentation accuracy, and timely communication.
• Provide senior management with timely insights on IT audit risks and assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify and assess control deficiencies, advising on remediation plans that are timely, practical, and aligned with business needs.
• Establish and maintain robust IT audit processes, including SOPs, templates, and quality standards to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure understanding and adherence to IT audit controls, and foster strong working relationships across audit, IT, and business teams.
• Stay current with IT audit standards, regulatory changes, and risk trends to ensure continuous improvement of audit practices and frameworks.
• Champion ethical practices and act with integrity in all aspects of audit execution and communication, in alignment with the organization’s Code of Conduct.
  
  

Qualifications

• Professional designation preferred: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or equivalent.
• Post-secondary degree in Information Technology or a related field is an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience conducting internal and/or external IT audits.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to leverage data and risk-based methodologies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICFR/SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) audit methodologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, GDPR, PHIPA, HIPAA, and ISO 2700x, and their implications for IT audit.
• Experience with IT Audit practices in applications such as Workday and Identity lifecycle and Governance solutions would be considered an asset.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities with a flexible and adaptable approach to changing business needs.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, networking, and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders across various functions.
  
  

What Extendicare Has To Offer

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
  
  

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

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Time Type

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.