Senior Management Auditor

The Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta; Edmonton, Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Benefits package

Job summary

The Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta is seeking a Senior Management Auditor to join our Management Audit Services. Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, you will contribute to independent assurance audits and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, risk management and internal controls across the organization.

You will work with stakeholders at all levels to understand programs, assess risks, and provide practical, value-added recommendations.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in business, accounting, finance, computer science, social sciences or related disciplines.
• Minimum three years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, compliance, financial oversight, digital transformation or related field.
• Experience planning and leading complex audits and advisory engagements in accordance with internal audit professional standards.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal controls and audit methodology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to interpret information and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly, facilitate discussions and build relationships.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and exercise discretion in complex matters.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and aptitude to learn audit software.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of WCB-Alberta's structure and processes to assess risk and formulate practical recommendations.
• Plan and complete audit and advisory engagements from the MAS Internal Audit Plan with a risk-focused approach.
• Build competencies in internal audit methodologies, risk management, internal controls, project management, and data-informed analysis.
• Collaborate with WCB-Alberta business areas to build relationships and communicate observations and recommendations clearly.
• Work with internal and external professionals, including the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta, to support coordinated assurance activities.
• Support the Chief Internal Auditor and MAS team to address requests from Senior Management and the Audit Committee.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

University degree or diploma in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Power BI

Job description

Job Title

Senior Management Auditor

Job Type

Temporary Long Term (Fixed Term) / Full time

Job Location

Edmonton, Alberta

Management Audit

Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta

Temporary, Full-Time - 12 months

People are at the heart of everything we do!

Your work here helps support a safer, healthier and stronger Alberta.

How you'll make a difference

Management Audit Services is the internal audit function for the organization. As a Senior Management Auditor reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, you will help support WCB-Alberta's commitment to effective governance, sound risk management and strong internal controls. Working as part of Management Audit Services, you will contribute to both independent assurance audits and advisory engagements that help senior management and the Audit Committee make informed decisions, strengthen business processes, and support continuous improvement across the organization.

In this role, you will work with people at all levels of WCB-Alberta to understand programs, assess risks, evaluate controls and provide practical, value-added insight that helps the organization better serve Alberta workers and employers. You will join a collaborative, professional team that values customer service, learning, open communication, and high-quality internal audit practices.

Your responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of WCB-Alberta's structure, governance, priorities, and business processes to assess risk, analyze information, and formulate practical advice and/or recommendations..
• Plan and complete audit and advisory engagements assigned from the MAS Internal Audit Plan using a risk-focused approach, while maintaining timelines, budget, and quality expectations that add value and provide insight.
• Apply and continue to build technical competencies in internal audit methodologies, risk management, internal control frameworks, project management, and data-informed analysis..
• Collaborate with business areas across WCB-Alberta to build effective relationships, understand processes and communicate observations and recommendations clearly.
• Work with internal and external professionals, including the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta, to support coordinated and effective assurance activities.
• Support the Chief Internal Auditor and Management Audit Services team, to address requests initiated from Senior Management and/or the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.

Your experience and skills

• University degree or diploma in, Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Kinesiology, Rehabilitation or Disability Management or other related disciplines.
• Minimum three years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, compliance, financial oversight, digital transformation or a related field. .
• Experience planning and leading complex audits and advisory engagements in accordance with internal audit professional standards.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal controls and audit methodology, with the ability to apply sound judgment in assessing processes and identifying practical recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret information, assess risk, identify root causes and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex issues, facilitate discussions and build effective relationships across the organization.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and exercise discretion when dealing with complex or sensitive matters.
• Advanced skills with the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams Visio, etc.) and the aptitude to learn audit software. .
• Demonstrates commitment and actively participates in continuous professional development opportunities.

Additional assets

• Professional designation or certification in internal audit, accounting, risk management, fraud examination, information technology, project management, process improvement or data analytics, such as CIA, IPA, CPA, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma or a related designation.
• Experience with analytical tools (i.e. Cognos, Power BI, Power BI Metrics, Power Query, Galvanize, etc.) or modern audit technologies including generative artificial intelligence. .
• Knowledge of WCB-Alberta legislation, policies, procedures, systems, disability management or supervisory practices.
• Experience auditing in a public sector or government environment.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from physical office and primary home residence) that foster a healthy work-life balance. Take the next great step in your career and help us change lives. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook

Salary

$94,909.00 to $111,641.00 per annum (Salary Grade 12)

The successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person from our Edmonton downtown, or Calgary office as required. This position is temporary for a period of up to one year with the possibility of extension or permanency. Final candidates are required to undergo a security clearance and credit check as a condition of employment.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Posting Date: August 31, 2026

Closing Date: September 14, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for a skills assessment and/or interview will be contacted.