Senior Internal Auditor

Department: Office of the VP Fin. and Admin.

Job Type: Limited Term

Full-time/Part-time: Full Time (>=1249 hrs/year)

Campus: Waterloo

Reports to: Director, Internal Audit

Employee Group: CPAG

Final date to receive applications: July 27, 2026

Requisition : 11384

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit, this position is accountable for executing internal audit as part of the audit plan. This role will communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders to assist in execution of audits. Where required, this role will also be part of other projects under IA team’s scope. The role will work closely with functional business teams (Financial Resource, ERM, etc.)

across the institution. The chosen candidate will step into an exciting role that provides exposure to all areas of the institution through the execution of financial, operational and information technology related reviews. A great opportunity for an ambitious and self-motivated audit professional looking to join the public sector.

This position has a university-wide mandate and is based at the Waterloo Campus. The incumbent provides subject matter expertise to all campuses, requiring regular interpersonal interactions and collaboration with departments at the Waterloo Campus, the Brantford Campus and external partners. Special attention is given to ensure equitable service delivery across all locations.

• Develop audit programs and determine appropriate audit procedures relevant to the audit;
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to perform walkthroughs to understand the policies, process, and procedures in place;
• Lead audit fieldwork by taking a risk-based approach and obtain relevant supports for adequate documentation (Work Papers);
• Perform detailed testing procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of controls and verify the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of underlying transactions and processes;
• Evaluate and raise any issues/deficiencies identified during the audit and discuss it with Director, IA as well as management. Develop value adding recommendations to address opportunities for improvement;
• Assist in development of detailed observations, audit reports and other deliverables as required adhering to project timelines;
• Monitor and follow up on audit management action plans on an annual basis to ensure compliance and report on the status;
• Ensure continual communication and collaboration with ERM and other functions to understand the overall risk environment and any changes in identified top risks;
  Provide feedback to functional teams on emerging issues and risks related to audits to ensure good measures are maintained;
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual regulatory audits (reliance on IA audit work placed by external auditors);
• Assist with developing IA methodology, charter and other related templates;
• Lead recruitment process for hiring of co-op students on an annual basis (screening of resumes, interviews etc.) and mentor co-op and LWSP students on a continuous basis.
• Compile information for assistance in periodic dashboard and/or quarterly board reporting;
• Perform other related projects or work engagements as assigned;
• Gain and maintain knowledge regarding applicable legislative requirements and frameworks impacting the Post Secondary Sector.

• Five (5) years of post-designation relevant internal audit experience including execution of operational, financial and IT audits
• CPA required. CIA or pursuing CIA is an asset
• Strong knowledge of audit standards and governance framework
• Committed to ongoing learning activities and ability to provide attention to details
• Excellent communication, problem solving, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel) and knowledge of other MS office products (Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and Power BI/other analytical tools.
• Experience in public sector audits is an asset.

This is a full-time, limited term role with an approximate end date of January 31, 2028. The normal hours of work are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Some flexibility may be required due to periods of high volume. When possible, the manager will adjust…