Auditor

Date Posted: 03/07/2024
Req ID: 36368
Faculty/Division: Ofc of Governing Council
Department: Internal Audit
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Reporting to the respective audit project lead (Senior Auditor, Manager and/or Director/Assistant Director),the Auditor: a) conducts operational, compliance and financial audits of organizational and functional units with minimal supervision b) assists senior auditors and external auditors with completing assigned areas of operational, financial and compliance audits of organizational and functional units c) completes the RECAP testing on Departmental reviews or as assigned  d) completes the Continuous Audit program and e) other audit related duties as assigned. In conjunction with the respective audit project lead the Auditor provides professional advice on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control procedures in managing significant operational, financial and compliance risks as well as about prescribed accounting and administrative procedures and safeguarding of assets and physical and IT security. The Auditor’s regular course of work may include assisting with special investigations and provision of advisory services. Audits and investigations include but are not limited to interviewing all levels of faculty and staff and review of financial documents and records necessary to the audit/investigation. As such, the auditor requires a high-level of interpersonal and communications skills as well as discretion and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION:

A University degree is required; Accounting designation or enrolment in designated program such as CPA (CA, CMA, CGA), CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, etc. is preferable however other professional designations will also be considered; Demonstrated record of continuing relevant professional development and education.

EXPERIENCE:

Three to five (3–5) years internal and/or external audit experience is desirable however, other experience (e.g. IT Analyst, Statistical analysis, law, etc.) will also be considered; IT audit experience is an asset.

SKILLS:

Analytical ability and judgment and excellent interpersonal skills including strong oral and written communication; Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality; Driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred.

OTHER:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and SharePoint is required; Experience with ACL, Tableau, Power BI and SAP are strong assets; Proficiency in data collection and data analysis is a strong asset; Strong organizational skills; High level of initiative.  Business acumen; Superior interpersonal skills; Strong investigative skills; Analytical/critical thinking ability; General IT systems and data mining experience; Knowledge of risk management frameworks, risk identification and assessment methodologies; Sound knowledge of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) “International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)” and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Objectivity and independence of mind; Ability to be able to work independently.

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

NOTE: Travel to all three U of T campuses will be required.

Closing Date: 03/21/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 2 -- Hiring Zone: $80,474 - $93,884 -- Broadband Salary Range: $80,474 - $134,120
Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audit