Senior Internal Auditor (Permanent)

Toronto District School Board; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Internal Auditor at the Toronto District School Board will provide independent assurance that risk management, governance and internal controls operate effectively. You will plan, lead, and report on risk-based internal audits across schools and central departments, identify control weaknesses, and develop actionable recommendations while promoting equity and diversity.

You will supervise audits, investigations and training, testify in hearings as needed, and collaborate with audit

Qualifications

• University degree in Commerce, Finance or Business Administration and a recognized professional accounting or auditing designation (CPA, CIA, CFE or CISA) with a minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in planning and executing internal audits in a large public sector environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles, practices and standards.
• Familiarity with IIA Standards, COSO and COBIT.
• Experience in conducting forensic investigations.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong project, process and team management skills.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop risk-based audit plans for approval by the Internal Audit Manager.
• Assess and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, review changes to systems or processes and identify gaps in internal controls, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Evaluate policies, procedures and programs affecting the Board and safeguard assets against misuse.
• Examine financial records to ensure proper recording and compliance with policies and Ministry requirements.
• Prepare reports on audit findings and conclusions.
• Conduct investigations into allegations of improper conduct and testify as required.
• Collaborate with legal counsel and Employee Services for arbitrations and investigations.
• Provide risk and audit training to Board staff and guide audit team members.

Skills

Audit principles

Risk assessment

Communication

Leadership

Independence

Team management

SAP/Oracle familiarity

Education

University degree in Commerce/Finance/Business Administration

Professional designation (CPA/CIA/CFE/CISA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for providing independent assurance that the risk management,governance and internal control processes are operating effectively by planning, leading, executing and reporting of risk-based internal audits with inthe Board.

The Senior Internal Auditor will:

• Conduct/supervise audits of schools and central departments to assist in identifying internal control weaknesses and process efficiencies;
• Conduct/ supervise internal investigations to ensure adherence to established business policies and procedures;
• Develop recommendations to guide the implementation of corrective measures and perform follow-up reviews to ensure schools and central departments are effectively responding to internal and external audit recommendations; and
• Provide ongoing risk and audit awareness training to Board staff.

Summary of Duties

• Design and develop risk-based audit plans for approval by the Internal Audit Manager;
• Assess and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, review changes to systems or processes and identify gaps in internal controls, and provide recommendations for improvement;
• Evaluate new and existing business policies, procedures and programs affecting the Board, and make recommendations to safeguard and prevent misuse/misappropriation of Board assets;
• Examine school or central department financial records to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with applicable Board policies and Ministry requirements;
• Prepare reports on audit findings and conclusions;
• Conduct, supervise and report on investigations into allegations of improper conduct;
• Work with internal / external legal counsel and Employee Services to prepare for and testify at arbitrations, hearings, investigations and trials as required;
• Provide ongoing risk and audit awareness training to Board staff with respect to business policies, procedures and risk management practices;
• Provide guidance and direction to audit team and co-op students;
• Liaise with other schools boards to share best practices and maintain professional relationships with audit organizations and associations to remain current within the audit field;
• Participate in/lead special projects are required;
• Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• University degree in related field(e.g., Commerce, Finance or Business Administration) and a recognized professional accounting or auditing designation (CPA, CIA, CFE or CISA) with a minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in planning and executing operational internal audits including risk assessment and reporting in a large public sector environment;
• Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles, practices and standards;
• Familiarity with IIA Standards, COSO and COBIT;
• Experience in conducting forensic investigations;
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision;
• Proven ability to organize and manage projects, processes and work teams;
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills including presentation, training and group facilitation skills;
• Proven ability to prepare accurate reports, executive summaries and recommendations;
• Strong leadership and team building skills;
• Excellent research, analytical, organizational and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to handle matters requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality;
• Knowledge of work and business flows of a large enterprise reporting system (e.g., SAP / Oracle);
• Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity; and

Special Requirements

Additional Information

Location: 5050 Yonge Street (Wheelchair Accessible)

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing. The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the hiring process. The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements. Please refer to Policy P103 (https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Detail/docId/2277), Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.

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