Senior Auditor

Senior Auditor | Contract to September 2026 who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in.

As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

The Global Risk & Advisory Services team at lululemon are problem solvers, insight and solution generators, and trusted advisors to the business. As the internal audit function for the organization, we leverage our risk and control expertise to support risk management and to drive continuous process improvements and cost savings. We partner with various parts of the business (Technology, Digital, Supply Chain, and Finance, to name a few) and engage in open dialogue to tap into the potential of our people and action innovative solutions.

Our team is global in scope and drives continuous improvement in everything we do.

• Lead and execute financial, compliance, and operational audits across global departments, ensuring alignment with the annual Audit Plan and responsiveness to ad-hoc business requests, from planning to reporting phases
• Assess and document key business processes, controls, and risks
  —driving root cause analysis and supporting timely, effective remediation strategies
• Evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of controls related to areas such as finance, operations and compliance
• Identifying control gaps, weaknesses, and areas for improvement
  , and providing actionable recommendations
• Communicating audit findings and risk issues to senior management and relevant committees
• Following up on remediation plans and monitoring progress to ensure timely resolution of audit findings
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process optimization and control enhancements through audit execution and advisory engagements, with a focus on scalable, sustainable improvements
• Support and strengthen the organization’s Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance program by supporting control testers, contributing to documentation, and supporting readiness assessments, while helping evolve audit methodologies and tools
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, technology, and operational teams to deliver insights that improve risk management and operational efficiency
• Foster trust and influence by building strong relationships within the audit team and with stakeholders across global business units, while being based in Vancouver, BC

• 5+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, controls testing, and risk assessment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of internal audit concepts, including but not limited to SOX compliance, internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), ESG developments, and operational audit methodologies.
• Retail industry experience preferred, with exposure to global operations and cross-functional environments.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CPA, or equivalent are preferred and demonstrate commitment to the field.
• Proficiency in AI and data analytics tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Power BI) to enhance audit efficiency and insights.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a natural curiosity, analytical mindset, and ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex problems.
• Results-driven and collaborative, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across finance, technology, and operational teams.

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for…