Senior Internal Auditor (6 Month Contract)

Job summary

Plan and conduct risk-based audit engagements, evaluate controls and risk management practices, and communicate findings and recommendations to management and the Board. Provide advisory support, improve audit practices, coordinate subject matter experts, and coach junior team members.

Job details

Senior Internal Auditor for a 6-Month Contract About the Opportunity · Manage and conduct specific audit engagements in accordance with department and IIA standards to evaluate the effectiveness of key controls and adequacy of risk management practices and to identify gaps and opportunities and develop value-adding recommendations · Collaborate with management to obtain a consensus on audit findings/observations and impact of risks · Prepare well-articulated and meaningful audit reports to communicate audit findings to management, Senior Management, and the Board · Provide advisory services as requested to support key initiatives across the organization · Support the Manager, Internal Audit in identifying potential focus areas for consideration in the risk-based Internal Audit plan. · Plan and coordinate audits and involve various technical specialists or Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as necessary (e.g., finance, actuarial, environment, and information systems). · Assist the Manager, Internal Audit in continuous improvement of audit methodology and practices to ensure delivery of high quality, professional, cost-effective, and risk-based audit services to all areas of the business · Establish a high level of credibility and build positive professional relationships across the organization · Provide guidance, training and coaching to junior team members. About You · University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or other related field · Recognized professional designation (or working towards industry certifications) preferably in audit, accounting, or related field considered an asset (CIA, CISA, CPA, CIP, CRM) · Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in audit (internal/external), risk management, compliance, or equivalent business experience · Prior experience in IT auditing or COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) and/or experience in financial services industry (e.g., insurance) considered an asset · Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices · Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to effectively deliver key messages verbally and in writing · Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (such as Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, ACL) considered an asset · Self-motivated and results-oriented with a passion for learning and embracing new challenges Pay Rate $50.00 / Hour By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. How to Apply Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #305510. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role. This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

What you’ll do

Plan and conduct risk-based audit engagements, evaluate controls and risk management practices, and communicate findings and recommendations to management and the Board. Provide advisory support, improve audit practices, coordinate subject matter experts, and coach junior team members.

Requirements

A university degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field is required, along with at least three years of relevant audit, risk management, compliance, or equivalent experience. Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks, and risk management is expected; professional designations, IT auditing or COBIT experience, financial services experience, and data analytics tools are assets.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Listed skills

• Data visualization · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Tableau · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Internal Auditing
• Audit Planning
• Risk Management
• Internal Controls
• Audit Methodologies
• Audit Reporting
• Compliance
• IT Auditing
• COBIT
• Data Analytics
• Data Visualization
• Power BI
• Tableau
• MicroStrategy
• ACL
• Team Coaching

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics

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