Senior Internal Auditor (IT)

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Internal Audit office is looking for a Senior Internal Auditor. The Sr. IT Internal Auditor has responsibility for executing work under the Information Technology and PRESTO activities in the Internal Audit annual audit plan. The position is responsible for completing control testing and preparing reports under the supervision of the Senior Manager IT Audit and Director IT Audit.

What will I be doing

Leading and participating in audits and projects (e.g. financial operational internal control value for money and compliance audits) and related risk assessments.
Planning and performing risk assessments to determine and develop detailed objectives and scope for each assigned audit; developing process maps and documentation to provide a framework for control gap analysis and audit effort prioritization.
Developing audit programs to document the test steps for each assigned audit; supervising and coaching less-experienced team members to develop their auditing skills and facilitate audit completion; reviewing working papers from more junior team members.
Performing audits in conformance with professional (IIA) and divisional standards and industry best practice including working with co-sourced audit service providers and utilizing the IIA competency framework.
Assisting the Manager in maintaining positive working relationships with MTOs Internal Audit Team (MTO-IA) and the OAGO; liaising between external audit groups and Metrolinx business units.
Liaising with external auditors to facilitate their planning design and execution of the annual audit of financial statements (e.g. facilitates information flow providing supporting documentation for IA projects and attends planning and exit meetings.
Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the standards and guidance included in the International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF) developed by the IIA; staying current with evolving knowledge in the field of Internal Auditing; maintaining compliance with IIA standards and its Code of Ethics.
Building and maintaining strong relationships throughout the organization to advise management on risk management internal control and governance matters.
Developing and maintaining a positive and productive working relationship with staff and management throughout the organization with a no surprises approach to audit work and findings.
Focus on continuously improving tools practices and methodologies consistent with the IIAs IPPF and divisional standards and the professions quality assurance (QA) methodology to receive high scores in any independent QA performance review.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Completion of a degree in Business Administration Accounting Engineering Information Technology or a related discipline or a combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated years progressive experience conducting internal audits including experience in a capital-intensive industry professional services banking industry or a comparable combination of progressive experience in internal and external audit (while obtaining relevant professional designation(s)).
Certifications or Designations:
- Must become a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors after joining.
- Continuing Education in auditing project management technology and / or construction is required.
- Relevant designations are expected with priority given to auditing designations.
- Examples of relevant designations:
  - ISACA designations: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  - Auditing/Accounting: Certified General Accountant (CGA) Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Chartered Professional Accountant Chartered Accountant (CPA CA) Certified Management Accountant (CMA) with preference given to CPA CA due to the professional auditing skills obtained during the course of obtaining a CPA CA designation.
  - Fraud: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Forensic Investigator (CFI)
  - IIA designations: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA) Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) and Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email .

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC

Description Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to T...