Purpose Of The Job
Participate and/or lead a team of auditors in conducting of all types of audits, including complex crossfunctional process audits. The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for all phases of the audit from developing time budget and assigning resources to planning the audit, developing audit modules, completing the working papers, and drafting a final audit report.
Be responsible to ensure that operating, security, and applications controls relating to the key systems are reviewed, for audits with heavy reliance on key systems. Coordinate as required, with the IT Audit Director or IT Auditor to ensure the review is carried out.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with business partners, and identify opportunities and promote further Audit service. Participate with Directors in developing awareness of risk management and control principles throughout the organization.
Provide direction to team members to ensure audit sections are completed within budget and according to standards as set out in the department’s TeamMate audit software and the audit manual. As part of the quality control process, develop coaching notes and ensure these are addressed and cleared by staff on the audit.
Monitor completion of the overall audit to ensure audit objectives are met, and the audit is within budgeted timelines and standards. Where budget is exceeded, provide adequate explanations to Directors and/or senior staff.
Plan and conduct facilitated workshop sessions using CSA techniques, and involve various levels of associates and management.
Provide input to the Audit Directors in developing a risk-based audit plan by identifying key areas of risk, based on audit results, discussions with management, and general industry knowledge.
Provide post-audit feedback to team members regarding their performance on the audit, and identify opportunities for improvement. Address and clear all coaching notes as assigned by Audit Directors.
Perform other duties as required.
Desired Skills & Experience
Demonstrated oral/written communication skills, including facilitation skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Excellent leadership/supervisory skills
Demonstrated organizational/planning skills
Demonstrated attention to detail
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
University Undergraduate degree with designation: Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Commerce or equivalent.
Professional Accounting designation (Chartered Accountant, CA designation, or in progress)
Financial and Audit experience (including risk assessment, and completion of high complexity audits) is a must in this role.
Total Compressed Time 5 years
The ideal candidate will have:
2 years of Post-qualification experience (CA designation)
Ability/Willingness to travel across Canada/ (G license is required for this role)