Description

Director Of Audit

Take ownership of high-visibility audit and risk initiatives. Partner with senior leaders to shape risk management practices.

Our client is a globally established financial services organization known for its strong governance practices, commitment to innovation, and customer-focused approach. The company operates within a highly regulated environment and continues to invest in modern payment capabilities, operational excellence, and talent development to support long-term growth.

Job Description

Lead risk-based audits focused on payment operations, transaction processing, merchant services, and network-related activities.
Evaluate governance frameworks, internal controls, and risk management practices supporting payment functions.
Review payment transaction lifecycles including authorization, settlement, reconciliation, dispute resolution, and exception handling processes.
Assess risks associated with new payment products, digital payment solutions, and evolving payment technologies.
Examine compliance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and operating procedures.
Identify control gaps and recommend practical solutions to strengthen operational effectiveness.
Evaluate third-party service providers, strategic partners, and outsourced support models that contribute to payment delivery.
Present findings and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
Mentor and support audit professionals while contributing to broader audit strategy and planning efforts.
Monitor industry trends, emerging risks, and business changes that could impact payment operations.

The Successful Applicant

8+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Payments, or a related financial services function.
Demonstrated expertise in payment operations, transaction lifecycles, fund flows, and merchant services environments.
Experience working with payment networks, processors, acquiring organizations, fintechs, or other financial institutions supporting payment capabilities.
Strong understanding of governance, risk, and control frameworks within highly regulated financial services organizations.
Proven ability to lead complex audits, reviews, or risk assessments while balancing multiple priorities and stakeholder expectations.
Working knowledge of payment regulations, industry standards, and compliance requirements impacting payment services.
Experience assessing risks associated with payment products, transaction processing platforms, and emerging payment technologies.
Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership.
Ability to build effective relationships across business, operational, and control functions.
Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRISC, or a similar credential is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $195,000.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits.
Retirement savings programs with employer contributions.
Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.
Professional development, continuing education, and leadership training opportunities

Interested? Apply today.

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.