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Senior Advisor, Professional Practice and Operational Support

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Before you apply
LocationMontréal; Lévis
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentGeneral finance and accounting (FG)
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 20, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live43m ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of eight years of relevant experience
Significant experience in internal audit or risk management
Experience in developing methodologies, training programs or professional frameworks
Experience in a role requiring the ability to influence and engage others and explain complex concepts in simple terms
CIA, CPA or another relevant designation, completed or in progress
Knowledge of French is required
Knowledge of IIA standards and internal audit best practices
Action oriented
Communicates effectively
Customer Focus
Differences
Ensures accountability
Interpersonal Savvy
Nimble learning
Situational adaptability
Strategic mindset
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Benefits
Health insurance
Pension plan
Remote stipend
Wellness program
About the role
The Desjardins Group Monitoring Office (DGMO) carries out strategic and cross-sector audits for Desjardins’s various entities. DGMO’s Professional Practice and Operational Support Administrative Department is responsible for the internal audit strategies and methodologies used across Desjardins Group. As Senior Advisor, Professional Practice and Operational Support, you leverage your influential leadership to design impactful solutions, advance audit methodology and help raise the profile of the profession. Your strong interest in people development, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement will be essential in this role.More specifically, you will be required to: More specifically, you will be required to:
Responsibilities
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Develop audit methodology and professional tools in compliance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
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Support teams in applying audit practices and act as an expert advisor for complex issues
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Design and facilitate training activities that promote the development of auditors’ expertise and skills
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Represent the DGMO in cross-functional initiatives aimed at advancing and coordinating the lines of defence
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Monitor best practices and recommend initiatives to advance the audit function.
Benefits
What we offer*
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Competitive salary and annual bonus
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4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
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Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
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Group insurance including telemedicine
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Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
Requirements
What you bring to the table
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field
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A minimum of eight years of relevant experience
•
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
•
Significant experience in internal audit or risk management
•
Experience in developing methodologies, training programs or professional frameworks
•
Experience in a role requiring the ability to influence and engage others and explain complex concepts in simple terms
•
CIA, CPA or another relevant designation, completed or in progress
•
Knowledge of French is required
•
Knowledge of IIA standards and internal audit best practices
Action oriented, Communicates effectively, Customer Focus, Differences, Ensures accountability, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Situational adaptability, Strategic mindset
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
If there’s something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you’re applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!
Trade Union (If applicable)
Job Family
General finance and accounting (FG)
Unposting Date
2026-11-14