Internal Auditor

Peoples Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive salary and profit sharing

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Peoples Group is seeking an Internal Audit professional in Toronto or Calgary. The role involves supporting risk-based assurance, executing audits, and maintaining internal audit documentation. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 0-2 years of experience. The position allows for a flexible hybrid work environment. Compensation ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 annually, based on qualifications. Peoples Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in audit or finance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Interest in professional certification (e.g., CIA, CFE).

Responsibilities

• Support internal audit functions and deliver risk-based assurance.
• Execute audits through planning, documentation, and risk identification.
• Draft observations and develop recommendations with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Information Systems, or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

We are hiring for this position out of our Toronto or Calgary offices. Successful candidates who apply outside of these areas will be expected to relocate and reside in a location that is within a commutable distance.

About The Role

Reports to the AVP, Internal Audit. Works closely with process owners and leaders across Finance, Operations, Compliance, Risk Management, and other business units; may coordinate with external auditors and regulators as needed.

• Support the Internal Audit function in delivering risk‑based assurance and advisory engagements across business processes, operations, finance, compliance, and technology (as applicable)
• Support the evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identify improvement opportunities, and communicate practical recommendations
• Proactively contribute to a strong risk and control culture by partnering with stakeholders while maintaining independence and professional skepticism
• Maintain internal audit documentation (e.g., working papers, deliverables) in audit management software
• Some administrative tasks related to audit engagements, as required

About The Day‑to‑day

• Assist in planning and executing audits by performing walkthroughs, documenting processes, and identifying key risks and controls.
• Perform testing of controls and transactions (e.g., sampling, re‑performance, inquiry, observation) and maintain complete, well‑organized workpapers.
• Support data gathering and basic analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and potential control issues.
• Draft clear observations and help develop practical recommendations and action plans with stakeholders.
• Track audit issues and support follow‑up testing to validate remediation.
• Maintain awareness of relevant standards, policies, and procedures (e.g., IIA Standards, company policies, basic regulatory requirements).
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodology, templates, and knowledge repositories.

About The Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent experience
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internal audit, external audit, accounting, finance, compliance, operations, or risk)
• Working knowledge of internal controls concepts and basic audit techniques is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word; comfort in learning audit tools (e.g., GRC platforms) and data tools
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Progress toward professional certification (e.g., CIA, CFE, CISA) or interest in pursuing one
• Exposure to SOX/ICFR, operational auditing, or compliance testing
• Experience using data analytics (e.g., Excel Power Query/Pivot, SQL, Power BI) is an asset

About The Work Environment

Peoples Group offers a flexible and hybrid work environment. In this role you will work a combination of in‑office and remotely from home. Typically, you’ll be working regular business hours, Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm with flexibility around start/end times.

Benefits

• A hybrid work environment, enabling you to balance your personal and professional life seamlessly.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, RRSP matching and benefits from day one.
• Generous paid time off to help achieve a healthy work‑life balance.
• A strengths‑based approach, ensuring we work together more effectively.
• A commitment to your well‑being in five key areas: Financial, Physical, Social, Career, and Community.

Compensation

The expected salary for this role is approximately $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Peoples Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.