Auditor

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Toronto seeks an Auditor to conduct operational, compliance, and financial audits. The candidate should possess a university degree and relevant experience. Key duties include offering advice on internal controls and supporting audit processes across campuses. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this full-time position, offering a salary range of $83,560 - $97,486.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of internal and/or external audit experience is desirable.
• IT audit experience is an asset.
• Proficiency in data collection and data analysis is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct operational, compliance and financial audits with minimal supervision.
• Assist senior auditors and external auditors.
• Provide advice on internal control procedures.

Skills

Analytical ability

Strong oral and written communication

Maintain strict confidentiality

Education

University degree

Accounting designation or enrollment in a program like CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ACL

Tableau

Power BI

SAP

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the respective audit project lead (Senior Auditor, Manager and/or Director/Assistant Director), the Auditor conducts operational, compliance and financial audits of organizational and functional units with minimal supervision. The Auditor also assists senior auditors and external auditors with assigning areas of operational, financial and compliance audits; completes RECAP testing on departmental reviews; completes the Continuous Audit program; and performs other audit-related duties as assigned. In conjunction with the project lead, the Auditor provides professional advice on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control procedures in managing significant operational, financial and compliance risks, as well as prescribed accounting, administrative procedures, and safeguarding of assets and physical and IT security. The Auditor’s regular course of work may include assisting with special investigations and advisory services, interviewing all levels of faculty and staff, and reviewing financial documents and records necessary to the audit/investigation. High-level interpersonal and communication skills, discretion, and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications Required

Education

• A university degree is required.
• Accounting designation or enrollment in a designated program such as CPA (CA, CMA, CGA), CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, etc. is preferable; other professional designations will also be considered.
• Demonstrated record of continuing relevant professional development and education.

Experience

• Three to five (3–5) years of internal and/or external audit experience is desirable; other experience (e.g., IT analyst, statistical analysis, law) will also be considered.
• IT audit experience is an asset.

Skills

• Analytical ability, judgment, and strong oral and written communication.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Other

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and SharePoint is required.
• Experience with ACL, Tableau, Power BI and SAP are definite assets.
• Strong organizational skills, high initiative, business acumen, superior interpersonal skills, strong investigative skills, analytical/critical thinking, general IT systems and data mining experience.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, risk identification and assessment methodologies.
• Sound knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Objectivity and independence of mind.
• Ability to work independently.

Additional Information

Travel to all three U of T campuses will be required.

Proficiency in data collection and data analysis is a definite asset for the position.

Details

Closing Date: 12/01/2025, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Salaried

Personnel Subarea: PM

Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 2 – Hiring Zone: $83,560 - $97,486 – Broadband Salary Range: $83,560 - $139,264

Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audit