Auditor, Internal Audit

Payments Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 73,500 - 122,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) environment

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Paid time off: min four weeks vacation

26 weeks of paid maternity/parental leave

Job summary

Payments Canada is seeking an Internal Auditor to support the audit process with planning, execution, and delivery of audits. This role involves developing a risk-based internal audit plan and ensuring best practices are followed in audit executions.

Applicants should have a degree in business or a related field and three years of relevant auditing experience. The position includes a flexible work environment, a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as an internal or external auditor or consultant.
• Familiarity with IIA auditing standards.
• Eligibility to complete background checks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a three-year risk-based internal audit plan.
• Ensure audit practices leverage industry best practices.
• Support change management initiatives.

Skills

Relationship-management skills

Influence

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, finance, technology, or related field

Tools

CSAE 3416

ISO 27001

ITIL

Job description

Internal Auditor (Internal Audit)

Payments Canada is a public purpose, non‑profit organization that operates payment systems and facilitates ecosystem collaboration across Canada.

Role Overview

The Auditor, Internal Audit supports the audit process in planning, execution, and delivery of internal and external audits, supporting the evolution of a best‑in‑class internal audit function. Responsibilities include contributing to audit strategy, planning, execution, coordination, and relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a 3-year risk‑based internal audit plan and overall internal audit strategy.
• Ensure audit practices leverage industry best practices and external requirements for continual improvement.
• Support change management initiatives and facilitate educational materials, workshops, and lessons‑learned activities.
• Help plan and conduct internal audits with rigorous documentation per established methodology and standards.
• Evaluate system designs and internal control frameworks, identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency.
• Support production of clear audit reports for senior management and monitor remediation of findings.
• Provide logistical support and coordinate activities for external audits conducted by third‑party service providers.
• Build strong relationships with data stewards, IT teams, and key stakeholders to understand core business processes and applications.
• Draft key communications and negotiate buy‑in, resolve conflicts, and recommend on complex or ambiguous risks.
• Provide guidance to audit staff to facilitate team success and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, technology, or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as an internal or external auditor or consultant, demonstrating familiarity with IIA auditing standards.
• Demonstrated relationship‑management skills and proven ability to influence.
• Eligibility to complete background checks (criminal, credit, identity, employment, education).

Preferred

• Experience with CSAE 3416, 3000 controls testing, and IFCR audits.
• Knowledge of technology and security frameworks (e.g., SWIFT CSP, ISO 27001, ITIL).
• Experience in operations support or Service Desk environments.
• Relevant designations or certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor.
• Experience working with payments systems.

Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) environment.
• Competitive compensation package, including annual variable bonus and defined contribution pension plan with employer matching (if eligible).
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage, including mental health, life insurance, and health spending accounts for eligible employees.
• Paid time off: minimum four weeks paid vacation, sick and personal days, December holiday shutdown, and cultural holiday observance days.
• 26 weeks of paid maternity and parental leave top‑up (if eligible).
• Rewards and recognition program.
• Access to office gym facilities.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Monthly all‑staff forums led by executive leadership.

Salary Range

Based on qualifications and experience: $73,500 to $122,500.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Payments Canada, we are dedicated to fair, transparent and inclusive hiring. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. Our recruitment process uses automated tools, but not generative AI, to objectively screen and evaluate applications and confirm that a candidate’s qualifications meet job requirements. Our trained recruitment professionals and hiring managers make the final hiring decisions.

We are committed to making everyone feel they can be themselves and thrive at work. We actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.