Internal Auditor

Internal Audit Engagements

• Executes audit engagements under the guidance and direction of the audit supervisor
• Contribute to the development of an annual and multi-year internal audit plan, including assurance and consulting engagements
• Develop plans for specific audits and reviews, including risk assessments, in-depth understanding of relevant processes, controls and activities
• Conduct audit fieldwork, including data gathering, data analysis, interviews and documentation review
• Makes recommendations with respect to efficiency and effectiveness improvements
• Prepares, organizes and maintains audit work files to ensure conformance with professional internal auditing standards
• Draft reports detailing observations, findings and opportunities for improvement
• Assist with follow-up audits to monitor management’s actions to address audit findings
• Support internal audit team with complex audits, reviews and investigations by conducting fieldwork and maintaining audit work files

• Participate in various working groups as assigned
• Assist with investigations within the scope of the University Safe Disclosure Policy
• Assist with investigations within the scope of the University Fraud Policy

• Minimum two years of internal audit, business analysis or consulting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• CPA, CIA or other relevant professional designations is an asset

• Ability to undertake data analysis working with large data sets
• Working knowledge of relevant software, e.g., auditing software, data analytics and/or business intelligence
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Sound independent judgment and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.