Internal Auditor

CI Financial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Reimbursement

Paid Professional Designations

Employee Savings Plan

Corporate Discount Program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental Leave Top-up

Paid time off for Volunteering

Job summary

CI Financial is seeking an Internal Auditor to strengthen its control environment through planning, testing, and enhancing internal controls across key business areas. The role involves hands-on audit execution, risk assessment, and collaboration with business partners to identify control improvements.

The candidate should have 2–3 years of internal audit experience, COSO framework knowledge, and professional certifications such as CISA/CISM/CIA; financial services experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in internal audit.
• Knowledge of the COSO Internal Controls Framework.
• Experience at a financial services firm is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit programs across key business areas, ensuring thorough examination and testing of internal controls.
• Build and maintain relationships with auditable areas, communicating across the audit lifecycle.
• Assist with planning, coordinating and executing all phases of planned operational audits.
• Assist with audit scoping and risk assessments.
• Document risk and controls matrices and process flowcharts; evaluate controls.
• Ensure controls are properly designed and tested for operating effectiveness.
• Provide guidance on internal control gaps and new processes/systems.
• Support SOC1 and SOC2 report coordination and assessments.
• Prepare materials for management and Audit Committee meetings.

Skills

Audit knowledge

Analytic skills

Communication

Problem solving

Self-starter

Education

CISA/CISM/CIA certifications

Job description

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

The primary objective of this role is to enhance the overall control environment at CI Financial through the development and testing the Board Approved Internal Audit Plan. The Internal Auditor will perform operational, compliance and financial audits across key areas for CI Financial. This is a hands‑on role that will require knowledge of complex business processes and a range of risks related to business processes, compliance, and technology. The role will also require providing consultative support to business partners to identify opportunities for control improvements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Ability to execute audit programs across key business areas, ensuring thorough examination and testing of internal controls.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with areas under audit, facilitating effective communication throughout the audit lifecycle, from planning to execution and improvement recommendations.
• Assist with planning, coordinating and executing all phases of planned operational audits.
• Assist with audit scoping and risk assessments.
• Perform documentation, including risk and controls matrices and process flowcharts, and evaluate controls.
• Ensure that controls are properly designed.
• Perform documentation of results of testing.
• Perform testing including design & operating effectiveness testing, remediation test work, and roll-forward testing.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to control owners relating to internal control gaps and new processes/systems.
• Continuously evaluate current controls and recommend ways to rationalize and optimize controls through automation.
• Consult on new business initiatives and acquisitions and assess the impact of the changes on internal controls.
• Assist in the coordination and receipt of SOC1 and SOC2 reports from third party providers; complete SOC report assessments; and work with management to identify and document controls necessary to rely upon such reports.
• Support the preparation of material, presentations, and other documentation as required for periodic management and Audit Committee meetings.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Good understanding of risks and controls for Business Processes. Detail-oriented and able to work well under pressure and accustomed to project work with tight deadlines.
• Good analytic, troubleshooting, and problem solving to convey audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Creative, self-starter, quick thinker and dedicated individual.
• CISA, CISM, CIA and or related certification is an asset.
• 2 to 3 years experience in internal audit.
• Solid understanding of internal control concepts.
• Experience at a financial services firm an asset
• Overtime may be required to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, procedures, techniques and internal controls.
• Knowledge of asset/wealth management and financial services an asset.
• Knowledge of the COSO Internal Controls Framework

This opportunity is for an existing vacancy with the company. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $95,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a bonus program. In addition, The Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.

A Supportive Environment for Success

We offer an in-office environment, competitive benefits, and a supportive workplace to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
• Training Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Designations
• Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
• Corporate Discount Program
• Enhanced group benefits
• Parental Leave Top-up program
• Paid time off for Volunteering

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [e-mail], or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.