Senior Internal Auditor
About the role
Lead high-impact engagements with Ontario's Internal Audit Division!
Consider this rewarding opportunity with the Treasury Board Secretariat's Ontario Internal Audit Division, where you will provide expertise and advice in governance risk management, business processes, operational effectiveness and internal controls. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference for Ontarians and support key government priorities!
About the job In this role, you will:
• conduct and/or lead a variety of complex projects in the areas of governance, compliance, financial management, special investigations, risk assessment, and risk management • evaluate client needs and identify consulting and education services to improve operations • provide expertise, advice, and consultation to clients on the use and evaluation of risk management and control strategies • provide team leadership to staff and assist with technical training and coaching • effectively manage relationships with clients and stakeholders
Note: • This position requires the ability to travel within Ontario, including periodic overnight travel.
What you bring to the team Auditing and accounting expertise You have: • comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of auditing standards (such as Global Internal Audit Standards), practices, and methodologies, and generally accepted accounting principles (such as Public Sector Accounting Standards) • the ability to determine audit priorities and appropriate scope, size, and sample selection • skills and knowledge to ensure that decisions adhere to auditing and accounting standards, and organizational policies
Risk assessment skills You have: • comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of risk management frameworks and principles, practices, standards, and methodologies (e.g. COSO, COBIT, Sarbanes-Oxley, Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Based Auditing, etc.) You can: • utilize appropriate risk assessment and risk management methodologies to identify, monitor, evaluate, and report risks to senior management, and adopt risk mitigation strategies • design and implement risk assessment and quality assurance tools to meet the needs of government and external clients
Project management and leadership skills You have demonstrated: • project management and team leadership skills for the successful execution of audit engagements • experience in managing or conducting multiple complex audits You can: • effectively manage competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and consistently meet tight deadlines within budget • can coordinate/oversee the work of external consultants
Analytical skills You have demonstrated skills to: • analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement in a multi-dimensional environment • research and evaluate multiple sources of information to provide options and alternatives (e.g., related to audit programs and associated risks) • extract and analyze data using spreadsheets and data extraction tools such as MS Excel and IDEA • utilize audit software and Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook
Communication and interpersonal skills You have demonstrated experience: • preparing and presenting clear, concise audit reports and recommendations • advising senior management on issues from audit findings and risk assessments • interviewing stakeholders and negotiating with senior management to identify risks and suggest corrective actions • using word processing and presentation software (such as MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to communicate effectively with clients
Additional information Address: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 720 Bay St, Toronto How to apply: Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 244818, by Thursday, July 16, 2026. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.
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Senior Internal Auditor
About the role
Lead high-impact engagements with Ontario's Internal Audit Division!
Consider this rewarding opportunity with the Treasury Board Secretariat's Ontario Internal Audit Division, where you will provide expertise and advice in governance risk management, business processes, operational effectiveness and internal controls. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference for Ontarians and support key government priorities!
About the job In this role, you will:
• conduct and/or lead a variety of complex projects in the areas of governance, compliance, financial management, special investigations, risk assessment, and risk management • evaluate client needs and identify consulting and education services to improve operations • provide expertise, advice, and consultation to clients on the use and evaluation of risk management and control strategies • provide team leadership to staff and assist with technical training and coaching • effectively manage relationships with clients and stakeholders
Note: • This position requires the ability to travel within Ontario, including periodic overnight travel.
What you bring to the team Auditing and accounting expertise You have: • comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of auditing standards (such as Global Internal Audit Standards), practices, and methodologies, and generally accepted accounting principles (such as Public Sector Accounting Standards) • the ability to determine audit priorities and appropriate scope, size, and sample selection • skills and knowledge to ensure that decisions adhere to auditing and accounting standards, and organizational policies
Risk assessment skills You have: • comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of risk management frameworks and principles, practices, standards, and methodologies (e.g. COSO, COBIT, Sarbanes-Oxley, Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Based Auditing, etc.) You can: • utilize appropriate risk assessment and risk management methodologies to identify, monitor, evaluate, and report risks to senior management, and adopt risk mitigation strategies • design and implement risk assessment and quality assurance tools to meet the needs of government and external clients
Project management and leadership skills You have demonstrated: • project management and team leadership skills for the successful execution of audit engagements • experience in managing or conducting multiple complex audits You can: • effectively manage competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and consistently meet tight deadlines within budget • can coordinate/oversee the work of external consultants
Analytical skills You have demonstrated skills to: • analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement in a multi-dimensional environment • research and evaluate multiple sources of information to provide options and alternatives (e.g., related to audit programs and associated risks) • extract and analyze data using spreadsheets and data extraction tools such as MS Excel and IDEA • utilize audit software and Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook
Communication and interpersonal skills You have demonstrated experience: • preparing and presenting clear, concise audit reports and recommendations • advising senior management on issues from audit findings and risk assessments • interviewing stakeholders and negotiating with senior management to identify risks and suggest corrective actions • using word processing and presentation software (such as MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to communicate effectively with clients
Additional information Address: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 720 Bay St, Toronto How to apply: Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 244818, by Thursday, July 16, 2026. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.