Internal Auditor

Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Vacation days

Wellness and personal development days

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking an Internal Auditor – Regulatory Risk, Financial Crime and Fraud Audit in Canada. The role focuses on assessing internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and reviewing fraud allegations within Internal Audit.

The position offers a hybrid work environment with travel within Canada and internationally, and opportunities for professional development and collaboration across a trusted organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services regulatory audits or fraud investigations.
• Familiarity with IIA standards and risk-management frameworks.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory audits from planning to reporting.
• Assess inherent and residual risks and control effectiveness.
• Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations.
• Follow up on recommendations and reassess controls.
• Investigate fraud allegations within Internal Audit scope.

Skills

Regulatory risk knowledge

Fraud investigation basics

Internal controls assessment

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Autonomy and organization

Education

University degree in business administration, law or related field

Tools

Auditing standards (IIA)

Job description

• Other Possible Location(s): Montreal, Quebec
• Job category: Business Administration, Finance and Accounting

Internal Auditor – Regulatory Risk, Financial Crime and Fraud Audit

Build the future with us

Are you passionate about financial services, regulatory compliance, financial crime prevention and fraud prevention, and looking to contribute to the purpose of a company committed to helping its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in assessing internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and reviewing fraud allegations that fall within the scope of Internal Audit.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and reach your full potential within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As an Internal Auditor, you will be at the heart of our mission. Here are your main responsibilities:

• Conduct regulatory audits, independently or as part of a team, from planning and developing audit programs to engaging with the business areas being audited.
• Assess inherent and residual risks, as well as the design, implementation and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Establish timelines with the audit team and management, and ensure they are met throughout the engagements.
• Prepare and present audit reports, ensuring the quality of findings and recommendations.
• Follow up on issued recommendations by monitoring action plans and implementation timelines, and reassessing the design and effectiveness of controls.
• Contribute to the resolution of fraud allegations that fall within the scope of Internal Audit, including assessing and investigating allegations, as well as preparing and presenting reports.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has practical knowledge of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and risk management frameworks.
• Is familiar with regulatory authorities and guidelines applicable to financial institutions, as well as fraud-related concepts and investigative techniques.
• Stands out for excellent influencing and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and synthesis skills, attention to detail and a results-oriented mindset.
• Challenges existing ways of working and embraces change positively.
• Demonstrates autonomy, transparency and strong organizational skills.
• Holds a university degree in business administration, law or another relevant field.
• Has a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the financial services industry.
• Holds a recognized professional designation or certification in auditing (CPA, CIA, CFE or other), considered an asset.
• Has training in investigations and fraud (e.g., Certified Fraud Examiner or private investigator), considered an asset.
• Has advanced proficiency in French and intermediate proficiency in English, both spoken and written, as the role requires daily communication with French- and English-speaking colleagues, including members of senior management.

The position may require travel within Canada and internationally.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development come together with a shared pursuit of excellence.
• A healthy, safe, equitable and inclusive environment where people can freely realize and develop their potential.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.
• Stock purchase plan
• Vacation, wellness and personal development days
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Ergonomic office furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products
• And much more!

Company Overview

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 10,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $235 billion in assets, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 130 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, write to us . Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.