Senior Internal Auditor

The Co-operators Group; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Flexible work options

Well-being programs

Volunteer days

Total rewards package

Job summary

The Co-operators Group is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to independently lead operational and advisory engagements from planning through reporting. You will develop risk-based audit approaches, assess governance, risk management and control effectiveness, and communicate results to management.

You will mentor team members, apply IIA standards, and provide feedback on business process improvements while traveling occasionally as required.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in Financial and/or Operational Audit or related field.
• Post-secondary degree in Commerce, Business, Finance, or related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of audit methodology, control frameworks and risk management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan, lead and complete operational and advisory engagements, including risk assessments, audit programs, testing strategies and timelines.
• Evaluate audit evidence, develop risk-based conclusions, prepare audit reports and discuss with Management to develop action plans.
• Provide advisory support on corporate initiatives and monitor projects for risks and best practices.
• Coordinate engagement activities and coach team members assigned to the engagement.
• Design and perform data analytics aligned with audit risks to support conclusions.
• Follow up on outstanding action plans to ensure identified gaps are addressed.

Skills

Financial Audit

Operational Audit

Risk assessment

ITGC knowledge

IA standards

Education

Commerce/Business/Finance degree

Tools

ITGCs

IIA frameworks

Job description

Company: CGL

Department: Audit Services

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Language: English is required, French is an asset.

Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

As the Senior Internal Auditor, you will independently lead operational and advisory engagements from planning through reporting. The Senior Internal Auditor will develop risk-based audit approaches, assess governance, risk management and control effectiveness, evaluate evidence, develop conclusions and communicate audit results to Management. The Senior Internal Auditor will own engagement delivery and provide day-to-day guidance to team members assigned to the engagement in accordance with internal audit methodology and professional standards.

How you will create impact:

• Independently plan, lead and complete operational and advisory engagements, including developing risk assessments, audit programs, testing strategies and managing timelines and ensuring compliance with audit standards.
• Evaluate audit evidence, develop risk-based conclusions, prepare audit reports and facilitate discussions with Management to develop practical action plans.
• Provide advisory support on corporate initiatives and monitor significant projects to provide feedback on risks and best practices based on business process and regulatory knowledge.
• Coordinate engagement activities and provide day-to-day coaching, feedback and business process knowledge to team members assigned to the engagement.
• Design and perform data analytics aligned with audit risks, interpret results and use data-driven insights to support audit conclusions.
• Perform follow-up of outstanding action plans to ensure reported gaps are appropriately actioned by Management.

To join our team:

• You have 4-6 years of experience in Financial and/or Operational Audit or a related field.
• You have a post-secondary degree in Commerce, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
• You have strong working knowledge of audit methodology, control frameworks and risk management techniques, including working knowledge of Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) frameworks and standards.
• Professional designation(s) such as Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP), Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional (FCIP), or Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI) are preferred.

How you will succeed:

• You use sound judgment and an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
• You use critical thinking skills to challenge assumptions, identify root causes and develop well-supported, risk-based conclusions.
• You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and consider diverse points of view.
• You build trusted relationships, manage competing engagement priorities and provide constructive coaching through collaboration.

What you need to know:

• You will travel occasionally.
• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
• In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

Expected salary range $72,847.00 to $121,411.00

The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.

Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.