Program Analyst, Audit Services

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program- With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice- Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness- Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce- Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for providing program support for the Audit Services branch which includes audit and advisory services data analytics and fraud prevention. This position will participate in audit and advisory project work under the direction of the Director and the senior internal auditors. Also responsible for the coordination of the semi-annual Status of Management Action Plans project administrator of the audit software participation in the annual corporate wide risk assessment process and the coordination of the Audit Committee agenda.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Participate in audit and advisory projects under the direction of the director and senior internal auditors including conducting fieldwork testing steps assigned and in accordance with the Global internal Audit Standards..
• Participate in the annual corporate wide risk assessment project and risk interviews.
• Participate in internal investigations when required.
• Coordinate the semi-annual Status of Management Action Plans project including setting timelines and deliverables compiling and analyzing the updates in the audit software for outstanding issues developing training documentation coordinating status meetings and drafting the report for senior management and Audit Committee.
• Act as one of the administrators for the audit software including setting up new projects user rights vendor management monthly and/ or yearly reports and year end processes.
• Coordinates the semi-annual audit manual meeting including tracking changes to the audit manual and ensuring updates.
• Leads the Audit Committee agenda development process working with Audit Services staff Clerks and the Controllership Office.
• Participate in the Internal Audit and Fraud awareness campaigns.
• Maintain the content of the Audit Services Branch intranet site.
• Work with the director in the preparation of the monthly status updates and track decisions coming from staff meetings.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Business Administration Accounting Auditing Public Administration or Public Policy or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in project management coordinating and implementing communication strategies and supporting program development including systems administrator.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to meet deadlines while coordinating and responding to immediate research needs in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of project management methodology and continuous improvement processes.
• Demonstrated experience in writing and reviewing analytical reports/studies including ability to identify problems research analyze and interpret data and make and defend evidence-based recommendations.
• Demonstrated coordination skills to foster co-operative and collaborative working relationships with cross-functional teams and staff at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated writing skills for internal communication document development and design and drafting reports briefing notes meeting minutes and presentations to communicate information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to analyse and synthesize information.