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Senior Internal Auditor

Ottawa, ON

Posted: 11/18/2025 Employment Type: Full-Time Specialization: Accounting/Finance/Tax Job Number: 34154

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Internal Auditor
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite
Additional Notes:
Our client is a national service organization with operations across the country, recognized for excellence in delivering complex, safety-focused services that support critical infrastructure. We are currently seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to support their Director and/or Manager of Internal Audit in delivering independent, objective assurance and advisory services that enhance operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness.

As the Senior Internal Auditor, you will actively contribute to departmental planning sessions to support the development of a flexible, risk-based audit plan. You will lead audit projects, ensuring deliverables are completed within defined scope, budget, and timelines, and prepare detailed work programs for both routine and complex assignments using a risk-based approach. Working independently, you will also supervise and review the work of team members, provides meaningful feedback to colleagues and leadership, and mentor team members and stakeholders as needed. Throughout each engagement, you will maintain clear and effective communication with the audit team and relevant stakeholders. The role involves analyzing data, utilizing audit tools when appropriate, preparing reports and files, identifying exceptions, and offering value-added recommendations. In addition, the Senior Internal Auditor is expected to participate actively in team discussions, build and maintain professional networks, stay current with applicable professional standards, and apply these standards in daily work. You will also maintain their technical skills and perform administrative tasks that support the broader objectives of the department.

The ideal candidate holds a post-secondary degree from a recognized institution and/or a professional accounting designation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and must possess a CIA designation.

You bring at least five (5) years of experience in an audit environment, with a strong background in documenting and auditing business processes and applications. You have a solid understanding of fraud risks and red flags, sound knowledge of internal controls and good business practices, and familiarity with risk and internal control frameworks. A working knowledge of IT governance standards—such as COBIT—is also required. Exceptional oral and written communication skills, along with strong collaboration, negotiation, and diplomacy abilities, are essential. The successful candidate demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to solve complex problems, as well as proficiency in using automated auditing tools for analysis. You exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information and possess effective interviewing and facilitation skills.

What will make you stand out:
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder audit engagements with measurable impact on organizational performance.
  • Advanced proficiency with data analytics tools or audit automation technologies that enhance audit efficiency and insight.
  • Proven ability to build trusted relationships across diverse teams and influence decision-making at various organizational levels.
  • A track record of proactively identifying emerging risks and contributing innovative solutions to strengthen internal control environments.
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