Office Location Toronto, ON

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Req # 12149

Posting Category Existing Vacancy

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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 Internal Audit, IT Assurance and Advisory Services, including: Controls placed in operation at service organizations based on various reporting standards (e.g., SOC 1, SOC 2, CSAE 3416, CSAE 3000, etc.) 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) As part of our overall Internal audit client engagements, executing on internal audit projects that focus on various business and financial reporting processes, IT General Controls and other IT related areas (cybersecurity, privacy, business continuity, disaster recovery and data analytics). 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

Doane Grant Thornton

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.) Relevant experience in audits and risk-based assessments is considered an asset (e.g., financial, operational, internal audit, IT, etc.)

Pursuing or interested in professional designations such as CPA, CISA, CIA, CRMA

Familiarity with IT General Controls, SOC audits, internal audit, risk and compliance practices (experience an asset but not required) Exposure to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, software, and tools Strong time management and the ability to muti task (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 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!

At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you. We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors—your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $54,200–$74,550 in Toronto. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.

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 careers@doane.gt.ca and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

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