Senior Operations Audit Program Manager

at  Geotab

Basis:Permanent - Full-time
Area of Interest:Legal & Compliance
Location:Oakville, Ontario
Who we are
Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.
Who you are:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Operations Audit Manager who will be the subject matter expert of the internal audit function to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve Geotab’s operations through comprehensive internal audit engagements. The Senior Operations Audit Manager plays a pivotal role by overseeing the entire audit life cycle, including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up. This role is responsible for managing the large operational audits while providing guidance, direction and support to team members on other functional audits. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
As a Senior Operations Audit Manager, your key area of responsibility will be developing and implementing comprehensive departmental audit plans and audit engagement plans to align with the company goals and regulatory requirements - including objective, scope, schedule, allocation of resources. You will be responsible to lead and perform operational audits in areas such as manufacturing, customer service, and compliance, ensuring audit standards and regulatory requirements are met. You will also need to present reports to senior leaders and relevant stakeholders with recommendations to drive decision making and continuous improvement recommendations. To be successful in this role you will be a team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present sensitive findings to management in a neutral manner. You will also possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify cause and effect relationships, and develop practical solutions. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong understanding of audit methodologies, internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and the ability to apply various audit and consulting methodologies.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop and implement comprehensive departmental audit plans and audit engagement plans to align with the company goals and regulatory requirements - including objective, scope, schedule, allocation of resources.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential audit engagement risks.
• Document, map and assess highly complex business and financial processes and control activities.
• Prepare detailed audit programs including sampling strategies, testing, and data analytics to support conclusions on audit engagement objectives.
• Lead and perform operational audits in areas such as manufacturing, customer service, and compliance, ensuring audit standards and regulatory requirements are met.
• Prepare comprehensive detailed, audit reports findings and observations and recommendations. Summarize findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations.
• Present reports to senior leaders and relevant stakeholders with recommendations to drive decision making and continuous improvement recommendations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and primary resource for all audit related queries. Provide expert guidance on best proactive regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Oversee conduct follow-up audits to verify effectiveness and where required ensure corrective measures have been effectively enacted.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to help develop the audit team members, encourage and support continuous professional development of the internal audit staff.
• Engage with various stakeholders and departments to ensure alignment of audit activities with business objectives and enhance communication regarding audit processes and outcomes.
• Provide advisory services to management on risk management practices, internal controls, and governance processes.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement within the internal audit function, staying updated on industry standards and regulatory changes.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 10-12 years of experience in audit, compliance, risk management or a similar role.
• Post-Secondary Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or related role.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of departments, environments, and cultures. Strong consultative and customer service skills to provide strategic advice, and communications to management, fostering positive client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present sensitive findings to management in a neutral manner. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify cause and effect relationships, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to apply project management techniques effectively.
• Proficiency in word-processing and advanced skills in spreadsheets. Ability to use computer-assisted audit techniques to extract and analyze electronic data.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities, with a focus on mentoring and developing audit staff. Ability to lead by example, demonstrating integrity, sound judgment, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work at the conceptual and strategic level and incorporate these concepts into sound practical work plans, analysis, and solutions.
• Strong ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff, sustaining client service orientation.demonstrating effective teamwork and a proactive approach to solving problems.
• Ability to develop consensus in achieving results through staff work teams, evaluate the effectiveness of decisions, and the application of control and management processes.
• Creative, flexible, innovative and adaptable in approach. Ability to act decisively and demonstrate innovative thinking.
• Possess sound judgment and the ability to effectively present findings while maintaining high ethical standards.

If you got this far, we hope you’re feeling excited about this role! Even if you don’t feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

PLEASE NOTE: GEOTAB DOES NOT ACCEPT AGENCY RESUMES AND IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY FEES RELATED TO UNSOLICITED RESUMES. PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD RESUMES TO GEOTAB EMPLOYEES.

Why job seekers choose Geotab
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings program

• The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work
At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 10-12 years of experience in audit, compliance, risk management or a similar role.
• Post-Secondary Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or related role.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of departments, environments, and cultures. Strong consultative and customer service skills to provide strategic advice, and communications to management, fostering positive client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present sensitive findings to management in a neutral manner. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify cause and effect relationships, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to apply project management techniques effectively.
• Proficiency in word-processing and advanced skills in spreadsheets. Ability to use computer-assisted audit techniques to extract and analyze electronic data.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities, with a focus on mentoring and developing audit staff. Ability to lead by example, demonstrating integrity, sound judgment, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work at the conceptual and strategic level and incorporate these concepts into sound practical work plans, analysis, and solutions.
• Strong ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff, sustaining client service orientation.demonstrating effective teamwork and a proactive approach to solving problems.
• Ability to develop consensus in achieving results through staff work teams, evaluate the effectiveness of decisions, and the application of control and management processes.
• Creative, flexible, innovative and adaptable in approach. Ability to act decisively and demonstrate innovative thinking.
• Possess sound judgment and the ability to effectively present findings while maintaining high ethical standards