Internal Auditor

Sobeys; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sobeys is seeking an Internal Auditor to help identify and manage risk, strengthen controls, and provide insightful assurance across the organization. You will work with the Operational Audit and Data & Analytics programs, supporting IT audit and internal controls initiatives.

Reporting to the Director, Operational Audit, you will execute audits, analyze data with ACL/Tableau, and partner with stakeholders to address findings and improve governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business.
• CPA designation preferred; CIA/CISA considered.
• Minimum 2 years in public accounting, internal audit or finance.
• Knowledge of IIA, COSO, and related control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the Internal Audit plan with risk identification and assessment.
• Execute audits across planning, fieldwork, analysis, and reporting with data analytics as needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage expectations and deliverables.
• Monitor management action plans and verify closure of identified risks.
• Serve as SME for SAP and data analytics tools; provide team guidance and training.
• Drive the data analytics strategy using new technologies and tools.
• Identify trends and risks through data analysis to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Prepare and present findings to Management and the Board with clear insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Data analytics mindset

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA preferred

CIA/CISA preferred

Tools

SAP

ACL

Tableau

Excel VBA

RPA/AI tools

Job description

Ready to Make an Impact?

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have an opportunity for an Internal Auditor to join our team.

As an Internal Auditor, you will play an important role in helping the organization identify and manage risk, strengthen controls, and make informed business decisions. You will provide independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, insight-driven advice, and foresight on existing and emerging areas of risk and opportunity.

Reporting to the Director, Operational Audit, you’ll join our Internal Audit function and contribute to a diverse portfolio of assurance and advisory engagements. Your work will primarily support our Operational Audit and Data & Analytics programs, with opportunities to contribute to Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, Transformation Assurance, and IT Audit.

Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing

• Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit plan, including ongoing risk identification and assessment.
• Execute audit engagements across all stages, including planning, fieldwork, analysis, and reporting, using data analytics and visualization where appropriate.
• Partner with stakeholders throughout audit engagements, managing relationships, expectations, and deliverables effectively.
• Monitor the completion of Management action plans and follow up on commitments to address identified risks.
• Act as a subject matter expert for SAP and data analytics and visualization tools, providing training, guidance, and support to team members.
• Execute the Internal Audit data analytics strategy, including researching and implementing new technologies, tools, and emerging trends.
• Leverage data and technology to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audit activities.
• Support reporting to Management and the Board, providing clear insights into key risks, findings, and emerging themes.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with peers, business partners, and Management across the organization.
• Promote the value and role of the Internal Audit function and build awareness of how Internal Audit can support the business.
• Maintain and enhance knowledge of data analytics and visualization tools and emerging technologies.
• Keep abreast of grocery and retail industry trends, as well as emerging risk, technology, governance, and internal audit practices.

What You Have to Offer

• Undergraduate degree in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Business, etc.).
• Professional accounting designation (such as CPA) is preferred.
• Audit-related designation or working towards one (such as CIA or CISA) is preferred.
• Minimum two years of related work experience in at least one of the following areas: Public Accounting, Internal Audit, and/or Finance.
• Knowledge of audit, assurance, governance, and control frameworks, including IIA Professional Practice Standards and COSO.
• Knowledge of Bill 198 legislation (NI 52-109 and 52-111) and/or Sarbanes-Oxley legislation.
• Strong professional judgment with independent, innovative, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to present complex information clearly and influence outcomes through effective verbal and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate strong working relationships in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with data analytics and visualization tools (ACL and Tableau preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills, including Visual Basic/Macros, are preferred.
• SAP experience is desirable.
• Exposure to the food or retail industries in an SAP environment is preferable.
• Experience with advanced data analysis techniques and tools, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and AI, would be considered an asset.

• Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset, as the successful candidate will work with peers across Canada on the development and implementation of tools and processes, as well as provide support to Sobeys employees across the country.

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