The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has one (1) exciting fixed-term opportunity up to January 31, 2025, within the Finance branch at the CATSA HQ.
This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.
Why is CATSA a great fit for you?
CATSA is world leader in aviation security and screening with a mandate to protect the public. A Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector diverse backgrounds in which is reflective of the varied background of its employees. CATSA encourages innovation and creativity and offers a healthy and diverse workplace where employees work in an environment where they can be their true selves and feel energized and proud.
If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!
Summary of responsibilities:
The Senior Advisor, Internal Controls is responsible for leading CATSA’s Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program. This entails annually updating the program’s methodology, performing a risk assessment, updating flowcharts and test plans to reflect changes in controls throughout the year, performing control testing, and liaising with external stakeholders. The Senior Advisor, Internal Controls is also responsible for drafting various briefing notes, reports and presentations for the Senior Management Committee and the Audit Committee. The Senior Advisor, Internal Controls stays up to date on emerging trends and best practices and advises the General Manager on issues relating to internal controls, fraud prevention, and other projects, as required. The Senior Advisor, Internal Controls leads specialized projects such as Government Mandated Assessments (OAG Special Examination, OAG Performance Audits, etc.), Fraud Risk Assessment, External Assessments, and other ad hoc projects that benefit from leveraging internal controls expertise. Lastly, the Senior Advisor, Internal Controls provides support to the Advisor, Internal Controls in facilitating CATSA’s outsourced Internal Audit function, and other functions as required. The Senior Advisor, Internal Controls performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.
What you need to succeed
To qualify for the position, you must have:
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a specialization in accounting, finance, commerce, business administration or another speciality relevant to the duties of the position.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• A minimum of five (5) years of senior financial and/or accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Knowledge of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Experience drafting reports and delivering advice (including formal presentations) to Senior Management on a variety of topics related to financial reporting, internal controls and audit.
This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities:
• Ability to plan, prioritize and multi-task on several different files.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to tailor communications to suit the audience.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively.
• Ability to engage stakeholders.
• Ability to research, analyze and make recommendations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Motivated, dependable, flexible.
• Integrity, discretion and diplomacy.
• Detail-oriented.
Valuable skills include:
• Experience using Microsoft Visio to prepare/update process maps.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Understanding of how the federal government works and the role of central agencies, as well as knowledge of sound reporting and approval processes.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, directives, guidelines (e.g., the Financial Administration Act), and Treasury Board policies/principles relevant to Crown Corporations.
• Knowledge of CATSA’s mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislation impacting CATSA.
Specific work requirements
• Ability to work overtime as required;
• Ability to travel as required
• Language Profile: English essential;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
How to apply:
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before May 30, 2025, by 11:59pm EST.
Additional information:
• Please note that candidates that meet all the position requirements, including the language profile, will be given first consideration however, we invite all interested candidates to submit their applications;
• While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those being considered in the process will be contacted;
• CATSA will use this opportunity to establish a candidate pool that may be used to staff permanent or fixed-term positions with similar responsibilities and qualifications;
