Position Summary

The Internal Audit Manager plans and executes the internal audit projects with an emphasis on operational and financial systems, processes and risks.  This individual will provide input and guidance on business risks in Canada, and assist the applicable Audit Manager in completing the annual audit plan.  This position works closely with management in all areas of the Company by assessing risk, completing independent/objective evaluations of risks and processes, and recommending improvements to the associated controls and processes.  It also includes developing on-going working relationships with key business leaders in the country.  On a project-by-project basis, this individual may supervise and coach staff on the completion of individual project tasks.

Key Responsibilities

 - Plan and execute audits and special projects, including the presentation of findings and recommendations to various levels of management.  Manage aspects of audit projects including, timelines, resource needs and communication of audit results.

 - Manage and maintain relationships with primary audit customers.

 - Research and communicate risks and controls to all areas of management.

 - Maintain and enhance the Internal Audit Department´s awareness and use of current tools and practices to ensure effective, efficient, independent, objective and value added evaluations of the Company´s operations and controls.

Position Impact

 - Responsible for independently and objectively providing management with recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of operations. 

 - Responsible for providing cost effective control recommendations to management based on independent and objective evaluations of the Company´s operations, processes and associated controls.

Education and Professional Designation

• Business degree - Accounting or Finance preferred
• Ideal accounting designation is CA or CGA

Experience and Skills

• 5+ years Internal Audit or equivalent (e.g. public accounting audit) experience
• 2 years management or supervisory experience preferred
• Must be proficient in Excel, Word, Access, Project
• Must be an analytical thinker and self-starter
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

(P4012708)