Manager, Internal Audit Jobs

Pan American Silver was created with the intention to provide investors with the best vehicle to gain exposure to higher silver prices. Our vision is to be the world’s pre-eminent silver producer, with a reputation for excellence in discovery, engineering, and sustainable development. Pan American Silver has several underground and open pit operations in Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina.

Pan American Silver is committed to advancing diversity and developing inclusive leadership teams that are representative of the communities we serve. The Company provides equal opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

MANAGER, INTERNAL AUDIT

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, the Manager, Internal Audit is primarily responsible for the execution of audits related to governance, risk management, internal controls, and core financial and operational processes, thus advancing the annual audit plan of Pan-American Silver.

The position will ensure the reviews are conducted with independence, objectivity and professionalism and will support Pan-American Silver’s internal audit quality assurance and improvement program. The successful candidate will demonstrate a track record of building positive relationships and an ability to communicate appropriately with all levels of the organization.

The Manager, Internal Audit will also support the Director of Internal Audit in the development of the risk-based annual audit plan, the implementation of a strong audit methodology and the preparation of activity reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.

Major Responsibilities:

• Support the Director of Internal Audit in the preparation of required reports to senior management and the Audit Committee and ensuring that internal audit’s administrative tasks (time / cost control, expense reporting, training, etc.) are conducted in an efficient manner and do not distract from the core objectives of the department.
• Developing and ensuring effective execution of audit project plans and audit tests; evaluating audit results and draft audit reports; and reporting findings to Management and the Audit Committee, which include practical recommendations for improvements.
• Adhere to and support the Internal Audit Methodology and ensure audits are conducted within said methodology.
• Manage external and internal resources allocated to the audits for maximum efficiency and impact and support the Director of Internal Audit in building and developing a high-functioning team that is viewed as future financial leaders for the corporation.
• Monitor the progress of corrective actions previously identified and agreed by management. Provide periodic progress reports to the Director of Internal Audit.
• Execute and/or supervise risk-based financial and operational audits, with a goal of both maximizing company performance and control, while minimizing risk. The analysis and recommendations must reflect a thorough understanding of processes and operations under review, align to the company’s strategic objectives and consider the broad, evolving regulatory and business environment.
• Ensure the results of audits are reported in an effective and objective manner, with clear and concise language and supported by adequate evidence of conclusions.
• Participate in the annual risk assessment and audit planning exercise, supporting the development of a comprehensive, balanced, and efficient audit plan.

Qualifications:

• Experience with IT-related audits and platforms is considered an asset.
• Experience in the mining industry or similar combined with Accounting Firm (assurance or consulting) is desired.
• A flexible problem solver who can manage several projects concurrently.
• A professional accounting designation (CPA, CA) is preferred and audit related certifications (CIA, CRMA, CISA, CFE) are considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, including leadership, management, and process and relationship management.
• University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or another related field
• Recent application of audit and business knowledge to enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal controls within a large, geographically diverse, publicly traded company is desired.
• At least 7 years of relevant internal audit and/or related governance and control experience, enhanced by progressive business and financial control experience.
• Understanding organizational interdependencies and cultural nuances and ability to leverage them to build relationships that span a broad spectrum of organizational levels.
• Unquestionable integrity and discretion—committed to core values and ethical business conduct with the backbone to stand up for what is right and necessary.
• Current knowledge of audit practices, risk management and ICFR program.
• Highly analytical—can quickly assimilate and synthesize complex data and information into a decision-making framework.
• Experience in managing teams is a plus.
• The successful candidate must be willing to travel between 25%-50% of the time during an average year. Most of such travel will be to the operations.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and listening) in English and Spanish. The ideal candidate is articulate, expressive, and engaging and can deliver value-added assessments, sound advice, good news and bad, in a relevant, concise, and clear manner.

Interested candidates please apply in confidence with cover letter and resume before August 12 to [email protected].

We thank all applicants for showing interest. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.