Internal Audit Specialist Jobs

Openings: 1

Type of Posting: Internal & External

Location Name: City of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Date Posted: July 6, 2023

Closing Date: August 23, 2023

Profession: Finance, Accounting & Purchasing

Experience Level(s):

Desired Employment Status: Permanent

Education Level(s): Undergraduate Degree in Commerce or related discipline

Job ID: 1563

Internal Audit Specialist

The City of Regina has a new opportunity for an Internal Audit Specialist to support the implementation of the Council approved Internal Audit Plan and perform the planning, development of the audit program, testing and reporting phases of an audit in accordance with auditing standards. The primary duties include supporting development of the functions’ internal audit work plan, risk management and continuous improvement of the control environment.

Key Accountabilities

Operational Planning

• Supports the Internal Audit function in implementation of the annual audit plan in the context of both the City and Department plans
• Maintains working papers, follows the prescribed internal audit process and ensures compliance with the internal auditing standards.
• Assists in conducting comprehensive investigations, in accordance with the City of Regina’s Code of Conduct, Theft and Fraud Policy, and Whistleblower Policy
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned
• Work with the business to develop value added management action plans to address the identified issues and effectively monitor their status to completion.
• Support preparation and proof complex documents and reports which may be submitted to City Council and committees.
• Conducts complex audit assignments from start to finish including the development of the audit work plan, implementation and execution of the audit, all analyses, documentation of observations and recommendations, in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors professional standards.
• Provide assistance to external consultants (co-sourcing arrangements) to facilitate the performance of their audit work.
• Makes recommendations to mitigate risks observed during reviews, for the improvement of the financial, administrate, operational and organizational processes.
• Conducts audit planning activities including consulting with the business to collect background information and documentation to support the assessment of risk, determine the scope of the audit and develop a comprehensive testing plan.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Maintains professional memberships and partnerships/relationships with professional/industries
• Builds strong working relationships with managers, directors and executive directors to provide direction and support in designing systems of internal controls to fit the business area program and operations

Risk Management

• Conducts risk assessment and supports identifying the operational risks, program/service reviews and develops recommendations and action plans
• Ensures that policies, procedures and practices are developed, maintained and adhered to through the audit function; recommends changes as required

Knowledge & Experience

• Municipal or public sector experience would be considered an asset
• An undergraduate degree in commerce or related discipline;
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, project management and system development methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices, and regulatory requirements
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• More than five years of experience in accounting, finance or a related field and considerable experience in internal audit.
• Knowledge of the City's accounting and budgeting processes, financial systems, policies and procedures.
• Designations such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or its equivalent;

✓ Note: Testing may be done to evaluate knowledge, skills and abilities.

✓ Note: As per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy, the successful candidate is required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

✓ Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of acquired education.

Jurisdiction: Out of Scope

Division: Financial Strategy & Sustainability

Annual Salary: $87,097.00 - $116,128.00

The City of Regina acknowledges that we are on Treaty 4 Territory, and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.

We want to show our recognition and respect to the Nations and the ancestors of this territory, we are grateful for the privilege to be here, to co-exist. We recognize that much of the harms of the past have shaped our relationship; we are committed to our work of building trust. We hope for good and everlasting relationships to create true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Regina is committed to employment equity and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Note: The City of Regina strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please note in your application or contact 306-777-7000.