Director, Internal Audit

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment seeks a Director, Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function across corporate and field operations. This role drives governance, risk management, and control effectiveness in a multi-site, asset-intensive environment.

You will develop and execute a risk-based audit plan, identify control gaps, and report to senior leadership while collaborating with finance and operations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and risk-based auditing.
• Experience collaborating with finance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits across corporate and operational sites, including production and procurement.
• Develop a risk-based audit plan aligned with business priorities.
• Identify control gaps and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior leadership.
• Support special reviews and investigations while maintaining independence.
• Monitor remediation efforts and ensure sustainable improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote accountability and improvement.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

A growing mining and natural resources organization is seeking a Director, Internal Audit to join their team. This role offers strong leadership exposure, cross-functional partnership, and the opportunity to help shape and strengthen the internal control environment within a complex, multi-site operation. It is well suited for professionals with strong experience in internal audit, risk management, and operational controls within asset-intensive industries.

About the Role

Reporting into a senior finance and risk leadership function, this position is responsible for leading the internal audit function across both corporate and operational areas. You will play a key role in strengthening governance, enhancing risk management practices, and improving the effectiveness of internal controls across the organization’s various business units and field operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead audits across corporate functions and operational sites, including production, supply chain, procurement, inventory, and capital-related activities
• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with key operational, financial, and business priorities
• Identify risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities, and provide practical recommendations to strengthen processes and performance
• Prepare clear audit reports and communicate findings to senior leadership and relevant governance committees
• Support special reviews, targeted assessments, and sensitive investigations as required, while maintaining independence and confidentiality
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and compliance practices across the organization
• Monitor remediation activities and follow up on corrective actions to ensure sustainable improvements
• Collaborate with stakeholders across finance and operations to promote accountability and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or equivalent is considered an asset
• 5+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related finance, risk, or compliance role
• Experience within mining or other asset-intensive industries such as manufacturing or energy is preferred
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit methodologies, and risk-based auditing approaches
• Experience auditing operational areas such as procurement, inventory management, capital spending, and site-level controls
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Spanish language skills are considered an asset
• Willingness to travel periodically to operational sites

Why Join

This is a strong opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization where your work will have a meaningful impact on governance, controls, and operational performance. The team is collaborative and operationally focused, with strong exposure to senior leadership and a wide range of business functions. You will have the opportunity to help shape and strengthen a key assurance function while driving continuous improvement across a complex, multi-site environment.