Information Technology; IT Controls Lead Job Mississauga area,Ontario Canada,IT/Tech

Position: Information Technology (IT) Controls Lead

Job Description

What's the role?

We're hiring an IT Controls Lead to strengthen the integrity, reliability, and compliance of our enterprise systems. This
* new* role will lead the IT General Controls (ITGC) program, supports the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework, and partners closely with IT, Finance, and Internal Audit. If you enjoy solving complex problems, improving governance, and working across multiple teams, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

Own and evolve the ITGC program, ensuring alignment with frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, and similar standards.

Perform IT walkthroughs, test controls, document observations, and support remediation.

Design, implement, and update IT controls across applications, infrastructure, and data environments.

Conduct risk assessments, identify control gaps, and escalate issues when necessary.

Lead annual ITGC audits, manage documentation, and coordinate with external auditors.

Prepare and present reports on audit findings, remediation progress, and overall control effectiveness.

Act as the IT Governance lead for ERP implementations, major system upgrades, and other technology initiatives.

Review project documentation, including process maps, security roles, testing evidence, and configuration decisions.

Partner with IT, Internal Controls, and Finance to align programs and maintain compliance.

Provide training and guidance to teams on control expectations and best practices.

Stay current with industry trends and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Support ad‑hoc projects, including M&A activities and system enhancements.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC (strong asset).

Minimum 3 years of experience in IT audit, ITGC, or IT compliance — ideally with public company exposure.

Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks (COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001).

Experience with ERP systems, identity and access management, cloud environments, and IT controls testing.

Strong analytical thinking, communication, and documentation skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑based environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with ICFR documentation is an asset.

Ability to travel as required.

French language skills considered an asset.

Flexible work environment with remote or hybrid options; occasional extended hours based on business needs.


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