Premier.ère auditeur.rice, Services d’entreprise

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as an Internal Audit Officer, contributing to the operational effectiveness of CDPQ and its subsidiary. You will conduct audits, collaborate with teams, and leverage your analytical skills to enhance processes. This role requires a strong background in finance and auditing, along with excellent communication abilities in both French and English.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years as an internal audit officer, external auditor, or risk management professional.
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or CFA is an asset.
• Fluency in French and good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit mandates and formulate recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute audit mandates using an agile approach.
• Develop audit programs and ensure proper documentation of findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Planning skills

Education

University degree in administration, accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data analysis and visualization software

Job description

Become invested in the community!

Join the CDPQ team and take pride in contributing to the financial future of millions of Quebecers by creating a more sustainable world.

At CDPQ:

• We value your unique contribution to a world-class team.
• We give you work that allows you to flourish and excel.
• We offer opportunities to learn from experts who generously share their knowledge.
• We are fully invested so that you can fulfill our mission every day.

Job Description

Within the Internal Audit team – Corporate Services, the incumbent will be responsible for conducting audit mandates related to CDPQ's processes and those of its subsidiary CDPQ Infra (including the REM project). They will lead and participate in team efforts to formulate recommendations aimed at reducing risks and increasing operational effectiveness and efficiency.

They will leverage their influence and interpersonal skills to rally audited teams around their value-added recommendations. Through their knowledge and problem-solving abilities, the individual will propose innovative ideas to enhance the work and practices of the Internal Audit team.

What you will do

• Perform audit mandates to evaluate governance, the ability to achieve business objectives, and controls of CDPQ and its subsidiary CDPQ Infra, and formulate recommendations to mitigate risks and improve efficiency.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute audit mandates using an agile approach, defining detailed steps, scope, objectives, and criteria.
• Develop the audit program and, with the team, execute audit procedures, analyze processes and controls, and ensure proper documentation of findings.
• Validate observations and recommendations with sector managers, prepare clear and concise audit reports, assist auditees in developing action plans, and monitor their implementation.
• Collaborate with other lines of defense and external auditors.
• Contribute to promoting internal audit, evolving audit programs through data analysis, and provide expertise on various consulting and special projects.
• Support managers in team management tasks and stakeholder reporting, and participate in optimizing work methods.

Who you are

You stand out by your

• Accountability, openness, collaboration;
• Leadership, autonomy, objectivity, critical thinking, analytical skills, and rigor;
• Professional judgment, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong planning and organizational skills;
• High ethical standards.

What you bring

• University degree in administration, accounting, finance, or a related field;
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years as an internal audit officer, external auditor, or risk management professional, preferably in the financial sector;
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or CFA is an asset;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization software;
• Fluency in French and good command of English, both spoken and written.*

* Frequent oral and/or written interactions with CDPQ employees based at its international offices.

Feeling that my role is important. Having fun every day. Growing in step with my ambitions. Earning compensation that reflects my contribution. That’s the professional experience CDPQ offers!

We carefully review each application and contact those selected for an interview directly.

CDPQ offers equal employment opportunities to everyone. Women, visible/ethnic minorities, Indigenous people, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you’re interested in this job and even if your application does not meet all criteria, do not hesitate to apply or contact us!

CDPQ is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion as key values, viewing them as sources of enrichment and pride for all employees. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.

CDPQ represents la Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and its subsidiaries.