Audit Advisor, Internal Audit

FortisAlberta Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FortisAlberta Inc. in Calgary is recruiting an Audit Advisor, Internal Audit to conduct risk-based internal audit and ICFR testing in support of SOX compliance.

Under the direction of the Manager and Supervisor, you will plan and execute audits, develop testing procedures, and provide advisory services to management. The role requires 5+ years in SOX/internal audit, with limited travel and relocation to Airdrie planned for mid‑2027.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of SOX compliance, assurance, or internal audit experience.
• CPA, CIA or related designations are assets.
• Experience documenting and testing ICFR processes and controls.
• Familiarity with Arbutus or other data analytics software is an asset.
• Experience in regulated environments, preferably utilities, is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on Internal Audit/ICFR projects within time and budget.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures aligned to engagement objectives.
• Perform process walkthroughs with control owners to validate understanding.
• Document processes and controls with narratives, flowcharts and matrices.
• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Provide advisory internal control services to management, as required.
• Review and report on the status of action plans to implement improvements.
• Assist in meeting ICFR/SOX requirements and disclosure controls.
• Support completion of the audit plan through workload analysis.
• Handle special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Internal Audit competence

Data analysis

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Customer service

MS Office

Education

Degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA designation (asset)

Tools

Arbutus

SAP

Excel

Job description

ABOUT US

At FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

November 1, 2026

TITLE

Audit Advisor, Internal Audit (E26-208)

DEPARTMENT

Finance

WORK LOCATION/OFFICE

Calgary

STATUS

01 Full Time - Salaried

NUMBER OF HIRES

1

DESCRIPTION

Under the general direction of the Manager Internal Audit and Supervisor Internal Audit, the Audit Advisor will primarily be responsible for conducting risk-based internal audit and advisory services and testing Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) to support and enhance the system of risk management and internal control throughout FortisAlberta. This work will be done according to the Code of Ethics and the Global Internal Audit Standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to)

• Plan, execute, and report on Internal Audit / ICFR projects within time and budget requirements.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures including sampling approaches, aligned to engagement objectives and applicable standards.
• Perform process walkthroughs with control owners to validate process understanding, identify key risks and evaluate control design.
• Document processes and controls through various means (narratives, flowcharts, matrices).
• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Provide advisory internal control services to management, as required.
• Review and report on the status of action plans to implement internal control improvements derived from internal audit projects.
• Participate in efforts to ensure that FortisAlberta and Fortis Inc. will meet the applicable requirements for internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) and disclosure controls required under Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), including testing and sustainment activities.
• Support completion of the audit plan through analyzing requirements, workload, and helping to prioritize engagements
• Special projects and other duties assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Internal Audit competence - technical knowledge and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze and interpret information from various sources, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to perform interviews and clearly present information to various audiences in both formal and informal settings.
• Proven analytical and negotiation skills to resolve issues, evaluate possible solutions and risks, and gain consensus. This includes the ability to resolve problems, recognize opportunities for improvement and efficiency in processes and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple and diverse priorities concurrently.
• Customer service focus with the proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with team members and internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in using MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related discipline plus a minimum 5 years of relevant SOX compliance, assurance and/or internal audit experience or a suitable combination of relevant experience and professional qualifications may be considered.
• CPA, CIA or other related designations would be an asset.
• Direct experience documenting and testing ICFR processes and controls would be an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Arbutus or other data analytic software would be an asset.
• Working knowledge and experience with process/business and Information Technology processes and controls would be an asset.
• Familiarity with SAP would be an asset.
• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably within the electrical utility industry, would be an asset.

IMPORTANT

• Based out of our Calgary office location. The role will be moving to our Airdrie office location planned for mid 2027.
• Limited travel to other work locations may be required (up to 5% of the time).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company car is required.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates to be considered for an interview will be contacted.

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