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Join a leading company in the transportation industry as an Internal Auditor. You'll play a crucial role in conducting audits, enhancing governance, and building essential relationships within the organization. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive culture that values diversity and accountability.
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION : The Internal Auditor will work in CPKC's Internal Audit department with a focus on operations. This position is a key contributor in conducting internal audits throughout the organization independently and objectively in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS). The successful candidate may also be asked to support internal audit function practice matters such as the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program and quarterly Audit and Finance Committee reporting. Your work will contribute to enhancing the governance, risk management and control processes at CPKC, and you will build relationships with leaders and hone your communication and leadership skills. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES : Plan and conduct assigned internal audits in accordance with the GIAS and the Internal Audit Manual, including : Risk Assessment Design and execution of audit procedures Identification of audit observations and root causes Preparation of working papers with appropriate levels of detail and clarity Generating clear and concise audit report summarizing findings and recommendations Perform data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency and identify value-add insights for management Obtain and demonstrate an understanding of the complex systems, processes, risks, and controls that are relevant to the business units being audited Communicate audit results and recommendations to various levels of management Follow-up with management for timely completion of management action plans Assist with audit practice matters such as compliance with GIAS and quarterly board reporting packages Develop and apply knowledge of internal audit best practices, CPKC processes and technologies and the railroad industry Demonstrate excellent project and time management to complete the assigned responsibilities in a timely manner with quality POSITION REQUIREMENTS : Minimum three years of internal audit experience, preferably in an operations audit role or in the transportation industry High School Diploma or general equivalency Ability to lead the engagement and work with minimal guidance within set deadlines and commitment to delivering results with quality Demonstrated analytical ability to investigate, identify root causes, and problem-solve, complemented by the ability to document detailed working papers Proficient computer skills (including word processing, spreadsheets, flowcharting, and presentation tools) to perform and monitor assigned projects Effective project and time management skills with an ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects within the set deadlines Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to articulate findings clearly Valid driver’s license Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S. / CAN without restrictions WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER : Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension and / or retirement plans Employee Share Purchase Plan Performance Incentive Plan Annual Fitness Subsidy Part-time Studies Program PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS : Drug Testing This position is subject to a negative company drug test. Background Investigation Criminal history check Education verification Professional references Driver’s license verification and driving history Passport verification Social Security Number verification BECOMING A RAILROADER : As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements. Management Conductor Program Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification / qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer. CULTURE OF INCLUSION : For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including : women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Req ID : 104464 Department : Finance & Accounting Job Type : Full-Time Position Type : Non-Union Location : Kansas City, Missouri Country : United States % of Travel : 20-30% # of Positions : 1 Job Grade : 4 Job Available to : Internal & External #LI-ONSITE #LI-
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