Senior Internal Audit Analyst - Remote + Equity

QuoteMachine; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Equity options

Pension contributions

Training opportunities

Health and wellness credit

Job summary

Lightspeed in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Senior Analyst, Internal Audit to join the Finance team. You will lead complex audit fieldwork end-to-end, perform risk assessments, draft definitive reports, and drive corrective actions to strengthen controls and efficiency.

You will collaborate across operational, financial, and compliance areas, leveraging COSO framework and IIA standards, with opportunities to shape the audit function through strategic projects and process improvements.

Qualifications

• CIA and/or CISA designation preferred.
• 3-5+ years of internal audit or related risk management/compliance field, including at least two years in internal audit.
• Strong knowledge of COSO framework and internal audit standards (IIA).
• Proven experience leading/participating in complex audit engagements and risk assessments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit management software.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute all phases of internal audit engagements (planning, fieldwork, reporting) across operational, financial, and compliance areas, ensuring adherence to professional standards (IIA) including performing associated risk assessments.
• Draft high-quality, clear audit reports detailing findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Participate in ad-hoc special projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as requested by senior leadership or the Audit Committee.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory changes impacting the business and the internal audit profession.

Skills

COSO framework

IIA standards

Audit leadership

Risk assessment

MS Office

English communication

Education

CIA designation

CISA designation

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Lightspeed in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Senior Analyst, Internal Audit to join the Finance team. You will lead complex audit fieldwork end-to-end, perform risk assessments, draft definitive reports, and drive corrective actions to strengthen controls and efficiency.

You will collaborate across operational, financial, and compliance areas, leveraging COSO framework and IIA standards, with opportunities to shape the audit function through strategic projects and process improvements.