Strategic Director, Internal Audit & Assurance

Randstad Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Canada seeks a Director, Internal Audit to lead the function, delivering risk-based assurance and strategic insights at the board level within a regulated infrastructure environment. You will shape the internal audit program, ensure conformance with standards, and drive value through analytics and advisory perspectives.

The role requires a strong leadership track record, extensive experience in audit across finance, operations and IT, and a proven ability to engage Audit Committees and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or related field; graduate degree asset.
• CPA designation required; CIA strongly preferred; CISA or related certifications considered an asset.
• 10+ years internal audit experience across financial, operational, and IT domains; 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in regulated, infrastructure, or capital-intensive environments.
• Proven track record presenting to Audit Committees and Executive Boards.
• Deep knowledge of COSO, COBIT; QAIP programs; ICFR; and data analytics/cybersecurity in an audit context.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy and annual plan.
• Provide independent assurance across financial, operational, and IT domains.
• Report to Audit Committee and senior leadership with insights on governance and controls.
• Oversee audit execution and remediation to ensure timely closure.
• Maintain IA Charter and QAIP with external assessments.
• Oversee ICFR program and ESG reporting processes.
• Lead data analytics, automation, and continuous auditing initiatives.
• Coordinate with other assurance providers for integrated assurance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Executive influencing

Analytical thinking

Integrity and ethics

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business/Finance

Graduate degree asset

Tools

COSO

COBIT

QAIP

ICFR

Data analytics

Cybersecurity concepts

Job description

Randstad Canada seeks a Director, Internal Audit to lead the function, delivering risk-based assurance and strategic insights at the board level within a regulated infrastructure environment. You will shape the internal audit program, ensure conformance with standards, and drive value through analytics and advisory perspectives.

The role requires a strong leadership track record, extensive experience in audit across finance, operations and IT, and a proven ability to engage Audit Committees and