Manager, Fraud & Forensics

Job title:

Manager, Fraud & Forensics

Company

Metrolinx

Job description

Job Description:Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.Our Finance Office is hiring a Manager, Fraud and Forensics to support senior executives by managing all the daily activities involved in conducting independent, objective, and constructive investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption or dishonesty, intentional acts, or failures to act, that are carried out with the purpose to deprive Metrolinx, or Metrolinx’ clients, of rights or assets. The Manager, Fraud and Forensics will ensure staff are conducting investigations in adherence to Internal Fraud Investigative protocols and policy, the Internal Audit Charter; and professional industry best practices including the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (“ACFE”) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).What will I be doing?

• Manages the execution of fraud investigative reviews, Third Party investigative coordination and coordinates priorities throughout the organization with other audit manager(s) and across audit teams.
• Manages the reporting cycle within investigative engagements ensuring fraud investigative reports are comprehensive, detailing the allegations investigated, method of investigation, findings, and recommendations to management.
• Key support to Senior Manager Fraud and Forensics and the Director, Internal Audit to develop reports for executive management and the Audit Committee of the Board.
• Provides advice and collaborates with the Senior Manager Fraud and Forensics to maintain a comprehensive Fraud Portfolio strategy and assesse the adequacy of Metrolinx’ fraud risk management, controls, and governance processes.
• Manages investigations, using an appropriate blend of internal skills and co-sourced expertise and coordinates with the General Counsel’s office following consultation with the Internal Audit Director and Senior Manager Fraud and Forensics.
• Leads the annual review and adjustment of the Metrolinx Fraud Policy and associated Fraud Policy Awareness training / attestation process and manages the development and execution of a comprehensive fraud awareness communications strategy within Metrolinx.
• Conducts research to identify, assess and recommend viable, practical solutions to specific financial crime / fraudulent activities and risk exposures.
• Develops documentation and ensures implementation of fraud risk management practices and procedures for recording, investigating, monitoring of fraud risks.
• Responsible for the identification of key performance indicators for fraud risk management and performs regular data analytics with associated tracking & reporting.
• Creates a working environment that is aligned with the organization’s desire to be a “best company to work for”, ensuring that people resources possess the required skills, are properly aligned, and are provided with the appropriate resources and guidance for the demands of the function.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience (e.g., Engineering, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline). Master’s degree or Certificate will be considered an asset.
• Progressive related experience developing and leading audit and fraud management programs.
• Experience and skill with preparing analyses, summaries, memos, and reports using computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Visio); experience with audit-related software applications (e.g., ACL and Teammate).
• Certified Fraud Examiner (“CFE”) designation is required to be completed within 6 months of obtaining the position.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications are also an asset.
• Must become a member of the ACFE and Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Continuing Education in fraud/forensics, auditing, project management, technology and / or construction is required.
• Experience with sophisticated data analytics, with fraud prevention and detection, or with risk management
• Highly versed in fraud management theory, principles and practices
• Highly versed in corporate controls theory, principles and practices
• Excellent people skills and ability to communicate / interface effectively with Senior Management Team and external stakeholders (e.g., Government representatives)
• Ability to engage and influence a wide variety of business units on differing fraud management principles and practices
• Management and leadership experience to provide strategic leadership and management oversight
• Excellent problem solving and influencing skills to: establish effective working relationships; negotiate and deal with a variety of contacts both internal and external to the organization; gain cooperation from individuals not under direct authority and comfort working with minimal supervision

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.Accommodation:We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email .Application Process:All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the before submitting your application.Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.#LI-SC1

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Location

Canada

Job date

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 02:59:31 GMT

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