Chief Audit Officer

Cpanewbrunswick; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is seeking a Chief Audit Officer (CAO) to oversee the Office of Internal Audit. This strategic role requires strong leadership, risk management expertise, and a commitment to compliance, reporting directly to the Finance Committee Board and CEO. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and progressive experience in auditing within complex organizations.

Benefits

Accommodation for applicants requiring additional support

Inclusive hiring practices for underrepresented groups

Qualifications

• Progressive senior management experience in large, complex organizations required.
• Willingness to obtain Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is necessary.
• Strong relationship-focused leadership with a commitment to integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive audit program spanning performance, operational, and compliance areas.
• Develop the internal audit plan and guide investigations.
• Advise senior leadership on risk mitigation and support ongoing policy improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Risk Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting

CPA designation

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Certification in risk management (e.g. CRM or equivalent)

Job description

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
300 Prince Philip Drive
St. John's, NL, A1B 3V6
Canada

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality healthcare to 550,000 people across Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, the team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Offering a range of healthcare programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics and community services in five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell and Western NL, NL Health Services is dedicated to providing an accessible, equitable, technologically advanced and sustainable healthcare system.

NL Health is recruiting a newly created Chief Audit Officer (CAO) opportunity, an integral and strategic member of the senior leadership team. An excellent opportunity for a strategic audit professional who is dedicated to ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.

Reporting functionally to the Finance Committee Board Chair and administratively to the CEO, the Chief Audit Officer (CAO) plays a pivotal role on the senior leadership team, overseeing the Office of Internal Audit. A champion of accountability, transparency, and efficiency, the CAO brings a strategic mindset and big-picture thinking to drive the adoption of best practices in governance, risk management, and internal controls. Through a disciplined, collaborative, and proactive approach, they identify process vulnerabilities, advise senior leadership on risk mitigation, and support ongoing policy and operational improvement aligned with NL Health Services' strategic priorities.

The CAO leads a comprehensive audit program spanning performance, operational, and compliance areas. This includes developing the internal audit plan, guiding investigations, and evaluating risks associated with transformation initiatives. As a builder of teams and systems, the CAO is responsible for developing internal audit capacity and fostering a high-performing team culture. They ensure alignment with professional standards, particularly the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). Representing NL Health Services with integrity and credibility, the CAO is a strong communicator and trusted relationship builder who engages effectively with a variety of constituents to drive informed decision-making and support long-term organizational resilience in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

The ideal candidate holds an undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting and a CPA designation in good standing with CPA Newfoundland and Labrador (or eligibility for membership), with progressive senior management experience in large, complex organizations with related finance and auditing experience required. Completion or willingness to obtain Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) in a defined period is required. An additional certification in risk management (e.g. CRM or equivalent) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is considered an asset. They are a transparent and relationship-focused leader who acts with integrity, is committed to clear communication, collaboration and compliance. A trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Trustees, the successful candidate will provide insight on governance risk and internal controls across all NL Health Services.

Royer Thompson is committed to presenting a diverse and inclusive roster of candidates to our clients. We welcome and encourage applications from the following underrepresented groups: Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity. If you are a member of one of these underrepresented groups, we invite you to self-identify on your cover letter or resume.

NL Health Services is happy to provide accommodation(s) to any applicant who may need additional support. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the application, interviewing or selection process, please contact Edgarson Moxey at [e-mail] .

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