Trust Compliance Auditor

Cpanewbrunswick; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 118,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Society of New Brunswick seeks a Trust Compliance Auditor to join our regulatory team in Fredericton. You will plan, execute, and improve the Trust Account Audit Program, ensuring compliance with the Law Society Act and related rules while communicating findings clearly in English and French.

The role requires a degree in business or related field, CPA NB eligibility, and at least five years of independent client audit experience, with travel across New Brunswick and remote work options

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or other relevant discipline from a recognized Canadian postsecondary institution.
• Membership in good standing with the Association of Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of New Brunswick or eligibility for membership in good standing within a reasonable timeframe.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive independent client audit experience.
• Knowledge of the Law Society's Uniform Trust Account Rules and experience with compliance audits in a regulated environment is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the Trust Account Audit Program.
• Develop annual audit plans, audit priorities, and risk-based strategies in consultation with leadership.
• Conduct audits and investigations throughout New Brunswick.
• Communicate findings and evidence in reports and presentations.
• Research and develop policies, procedures and standards.
• Provide guidance on trust compliance and information to members and the public.

Skills

Audit experience

Bilingual (French/English)

CPA NB eligibility

Knowledge of trust rules

Education

Degree in Business or related discipline

Job description

Law Society of New Brunswick 68 Avonlea Ct Fredericton, NB E3C 1N8 Canada

The Law Society of New Brunswick is the regulatory body responsible for governing the legal profession in the province of New Brunswick. Its primary role is to protect the public’s interest by ensuring that lawyers in the province meet high standards of competence, professionalism, and ethical conduct.

We are seeking a Trust Compliance Auditor to join our team of professionals. You will play a key role in the planning, administration, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Trust Account Audit Program of the Law Society in accordance with the Law Society Act, 1996, the Uniform Trust Account Rules, and the Code of Professional Conduct.

The Trust Compliance Auditor will report to the Executive Director and take functional direction from the Senior Legal Counsel as it pertains to trust accounts administration and audit programs.

This position is in Fredericton, however, the Trust Compliance Auditor may work remotely. Travel throughout New Brunswick will be required. The ability for you to work proficiently in both French and English is a must for both written and verbal communications..

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the planning, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the Trust Account Audit Program;
• Develop annual audit plans, audit priorities, and risk-based audit strategies in consultation with the Executive Director and Senior Legal Counsel;
• Conduct audits and investigations throughout New Brunswick;
• Communicate findings and evidence in reports and presentations;
• Research and develop policies, procedures and standards;
• Provide guidance on trust compliance and information to members and the public.

Qualifications and experience

• A completed degree in Business or other relevant discipline from a recognized Canadian postsecondary institution;
• Membership in good standing with the Association of Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of New Brunswick or eligibility for membership in good standing is required within a reasonable timeframe;
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive independent client audit experience;
• Knowledge of the Law Society's Uniform Trust Account Rules and experience with compliance audits in a regulated environment are considered assets.

Working with us comes with a great total rewards package:

• Salary range of $118,203 to $131,337 revised annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience;
• Comprehensive group benefits program, including health, dental and life insurance fully paid by the employer;
• Mandatory participation in insured Short-Term and Long-Term disability programs;
• RRSP annual contributions of 6% based on annual salary (no match-up required) after one year of employment;
• Paid annual vacation leave, and paid winter holiday office closure break;
• Paid sick leave;
• Flexible remote work environment;
• Reimbursement for expenses related to maintaining a CPA designation or other relevant credentials including support for ongoing continuous professional development hours including participation in workshops, courses, and training relevant to trust compliance, auditing, or legal regulations;
• Opportunities to attend relevant conferences, professional association meetings, and training events that enhance professional growth and regulatory expertise.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce, and welcome and encourage applications from qualified and talented candidates. We focus on recruiting for both talent and alignment with our values and foster a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.