Program Analyst, Audit Services

Regional Municipality of York; Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Ontario seeks a Program Analyst for Audit Services to provide program support, participate in audit projects, and support risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a Community College Diploma and a minimum of three years' experience in project management. Key responsibilities include coordinating projects, maintaining audit software, and writing analytical reports to assist management decisions. This position offers hybrid work opportunities.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Program

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in project management and supporting program development.
• Demonstrated experience in writing analytical reports and making evidence-based recommendations.
• Understanding of project management methodology and continuous improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the Audit Services branch including audit and advisory projects.
• Coordinate semi-annual Status of Management Action Plans project.
• Participate in the annual corporate wide risk assessment project.

Skills

Project management

Analytical writing

Data analytics

Risk assessment

Collaboration

Education

Community College Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Program Analyst, Audit Services

Status: Regular Full-Time

Type of Position: Replacement

Start Date: immediate

Location: CAO - Audit Services - 17250 Yonge Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W5 CA (Primary). Hybrid work opportunities may apply.

About Us

York Region is one of the largest regions in Canada with a population that is growing rapidly. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work with local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad range of services and resources.

What We Offer

Consistently named one of Canada\'s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace and support The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can retire with income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as a top government employer in Canada.
• Benefits and Wellness - Comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan including extended health, dental and life insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program and discounts.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and accessibility with recognition for leadership.

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing program support for the Audit Services branch which includes audit and advisory services, data analytics, and fraud prevention. This position will participate in audit and advisory project work under the direction of the Director and the senior internal auditors. Also responsible for the coordination of the semi-annual Status of Management Action Plans project, administrator of the audit software, participation in the annual corporate wide risk assessment process and the coordination of the Audit Committee agenda.

What You'll Be Doing

• Participate in audit and advisory projects under the direction of the director and senior internal auditors including conducting fieldwork testing steps assigned and in accordance with the Global internal Audit Standards.
• Participate in the annual corporate wide risk assessment project and risk interviews.
• Participate in internal investigations when required.
• Coordinate the semi-annual Status of Management Action Plans project including setting timelines and deliverables, compiling, and analyzing the updates in the audit software for outstanding issues, developing training documentation, coordinating status meetings, and drafting the report for senior management and Audit Committee.
• Act as one of the administrators for the audit software including setting up new projects, user rights, vendor management, monthly and/or yearly reports and year end processes.
• Coordinate the semi-annual audit manual meeting including tracking changes to the audit manual and ensuring updates.
• Lead the Audit Committee agenda development process working with Audit Services staff, Clerks and the Controllership Office.
• Participate in the Internal Audit and Fraud awareness campaigns.
• Maintain the content of the Audit Services Branch intranet site.
• Work with the director in the preparation of the monthly status updates and track decisions coming from staff meetings.

What We\'re Looking For

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Public Administration, or Public Policy or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in project management, coordinating and implementing communication strategies and supporting program development including systems administrator.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to meet deadlines while coordinating and responding to immediate research needs in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of project management methodology and continuous improvement processes.
• Demonstrated experience in writing and reviewing analytical reports/studies, including ability to identify problems, research, analyze and interpret data, and make and defend evidence-based recommendations.
• Demonstrated coordination skills to foster cooperative and collaborative working relationships with cross-functional teams and staff at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated writing skills for internal communication, document development and design and drafting reports, briefing notes, meeting minutes and presentations to communicate information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to analyse and synthesize information.

Note: All employment opportunities are subject to a standard equal opportunity employer statement. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team.