DESCRIPTION

The Internal Controls & Audit Manager at Embark will oversee the organization’s internal audit function and internal controls framework in a co-sourced model. This role oversees internal audit program and serves as the key contact and liaison with third-party internal audit partners, ensuring effective facilitation and oversight of audit engagements, while simultaneously managing the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal control systems. Reporting to the Chief Risk and Legal Officer and to the Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee, the role provides significant value by integrating internal audit and controls, ensuring alignment with Embark’s ERM framework and strategic goals.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in internal auditing, internal controls, or risk management.
• Proven experience working with co-sourced or third-party internal audit providers.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000) and enterprise risk management principles.
• Prior experience supporting a company’s ICFR, SOX or ERM program, including evaluation and remediation of deficiencies
• Familiarity with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms e.g. IBM OpenPages, RSA Archer, MetricStream.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strategic Leadership: Ability to align audit and control processes with organizational objectives and ERM strategies.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with third-party providers and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical Thinking: Expertise in assessing risks, identifying control gaps, and recommending actionable solutions.
• Communication: Strong skills in presenting findings and updates to senior leaders and committees.
• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and ensure timely delivery.

ABOUT EMBARK STUDENT CORP.

At Embark Student Corp. (“Embark”), we’re on a journey to create an entirely new student experience. One that is built on instilling confidence in students around the paths they are choosing and their ability and agency to achieve their goals for the future. As enablers and orchestrators of students’ success, we will create access, affordability and agency for students and their champions across our services and solutions. This will provide them with guidance and support in all aspects of planning and saving for post secondary education - giving them a future-ready advantage and help them thrive well past their educational journey.

Embark Corp. is cultivating an environment that enables growth, trust and pioneering. To help drive our transformation and growth, we are guided by the following strategic pillars:

• Elevate our Expertise in Education Savings & Planning
• Aspire to be Trusted and Easy to do Business with
• Put our Customers in the Center of Our Experience
• Partner to Drive Value, Scale and Reach

What makes us qualified to do this?
In business since 1965 and owned and operated by a not-for-profit organization, everything we do is in service to our students. We are a diverse and passionate community of experts that firmly believes in the benefits of education, priding ourselves on helping to shape their future and empowering them to reach their full potential.
As we move forward, we will leverage and build upon our unmatched expertise in the RESP space to propel both our students and our company forward, ensuring a better tomorrow. Our vision is set, our future is bright, and we’re just getting started.
We value each employee for their unique perspectives and experiences. If you are someone who has experience and skills similar to what we are looking for and is aligned with the culture and values, please consider applying!
Work Model
We have adopted a hybrid model, leveraging the best of remote and in-person work. This work model however can differ depending on roles and leaders.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We at Embark Corp., are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a culture that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Embark Student Corp. has been Great Place to Work® certified since 2018

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