Who We Are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.
As an Associate, Risk Services your responsibilities will include:
- Planning, executing and reporting on a variety of risk-based engagements with a focus on IT Assurance and Advisory Services, including:
- Business Process and controls documentation and testing
- Controls placed in operation at service organizations based on various reporting standards (e.g., SOC 1, SOC 2, CSAE 3416, CSAE 3000, etc.)
- As part of our overall Internal audit client engagements, executing on internal audit projects that focus on various business processes, IT General Controls and other IT related areas (cybersecurity, privacy, business continuity, disaster recovery and data analytics).
- Procedures to evaluate the design and test the operating effectiveness of various business processes, and Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) as part of financial statement audits as well as CEO / CFO certification (i.e., SOX / NI 52-109)
- Developing and maintaining productive relationships with clients, and gain an understanding of clients’ industry and issues
- Actively participate within the business unit, service line, community and firm by contributing to the development and execution of the firm’s strategy and business plan
- Contribute to new business development by understanding and identifying needs of our existing clients, and prospective clients through cross-functional interaction with other Doane Grant Thornton service lines
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If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!
Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think you’ve got what it takes to be an Associate, Risk Services? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
- Post-secondary degree in a relevant area (e.g., Business Management, Commerce, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Technology etc.)
- 1 – 2 years of relevant experience in audits and risk-based assessments (e.g., financial, operational, internal audit, IT, etc.)
- Pursuing or interested in professional designations such as CPA, CIA, CRMA, CISA, CFE, CISSP, CITP, CIPP/C
- Familiarity with internal audit, risk and compliance practices (experience an asset but not required)
- Proficiency in Process and Internal Control, IT Assurance, and Advisory services
- Exposure to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, software, and tools
- Project management experience is considered an asset
- Ability to travel to client sites within Ontario and occasionally to other locations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Innovative thinker with the ability to approach challenges creatively
- Confident and collaborative team player, able to engage effectively with peers and clients
- Skilled in interviewing professionals across various levels of an organization
- Adaptable to changing environments while maintaining high-quality standards
At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.
What's in it for you?
Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!
Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?
Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.
