Senior Internal Auditor - Risk & Controls Expert

MDA Space; Halifax; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision plans

Group retirement savings

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead planning and execution of audits across financial, IT, and operational controls. The role reports to the Manager, Internal Audit and requires strong analytical skills, independence, and effective communication with management.

Candidates should have 6+ years of audit experience, CPA/CIA/CISA assets are favorable, and knowledge of IPPF standards. A reliability-level security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of audit experience in internal audit (financial, operational, or compliance).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address business and control needs.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, controls, and audit techniques.
• Familiarity with IPPF standards and ethics; ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to interact with management.

Responsibilities

• Performs audit projects and consulting engagements within departmental standards and timelines.
• Creates planning documentation such as budgets, scoping assessments, and audit programs.
• Conducts interviews, identifies issues, defines criteria, and documents processes.
• Prepares drafts of audits or reviews and provides actionable recommendations.
• Communicates results via written reports and presentations to management.
• Assists with risk-based audit plans and maintains internal relationships.
• Follows up on outstanding audit issues and supports external audits as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independence

Strong communication

Multitasking

Education

CIA certification

CISA certification

CPA designation / CPA candidate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MDA Space is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead planning and execution of audits across financial, IT, and operational controls. The role reports to the Manager, Internal Audit and requires strong analytical skills, independence, and effective communication with management.

Candidates should have 6+ years of audit experience, CPA/CIA/CISA assets are favorable, and knowledge of IPPF standards. A reliability-level security clearance is required.