Title: Senior Auditor, Internal Audit

Reports To: Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Work Type: Hybrid 

Position Summary: The Internal Audit (IA) team at CAPREIT provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services in relation to processes and controls to assist the business in meeting its objectives. As a member of the Internal Audit team, you will be responsible for conducting assurance and advisory services with a focus on key strategic business processes and risks in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards. You will have the opportunity to work on risk-based audit engagements, such as property (site) audit, Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) reporting controls and cybersecurity. Collaborating with first and second-line business functions across the company to assess and enhance internal controls will also be a key aspect of your role. Additionally, you will provide valuable insights and recommendations to management and stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the Internal Audit senior management, plan and execute assurance and advisory engagements, in alignment with IIA standards and internal audit policies and procedures. Responsibilities include:
  • Audit planning: Conduct pre-plan interviews, perform risk assessment (including completion of risk control matrix) prepare planning and engagement memo, and design audit programs.
  • Audit Execution: Conduct walkthroughs and perform detailed design and/or operational testing procedures.
  • Issue Identification & Alignment: Identify audit findings and observations and engage with management to discuss and align on key issues.
  • Reporting: Prepare comprehensive audit reports summarizing results, findings, and actionable recommendations.
  • Follow up: Monitor and follow up with management to ensure timely implementation and validation of management remediation plans.
  • Presentations: Support senior manager in preparing presentations for senior leadership and audit committee. 
• Interact with management in all areas of the business as it relates to processes and internal controls.
• Assist in the evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of key business, financial, operational and technology controls.
• Contributes to the development of the annual internal audit plan.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in business processes and more efficient audit practices.
• Assist where required with special reviews or projects.
• Contribute to the training, professional development, and support of junior staff as well as management trainees/summer students/external partners.
• Provide support to Finance in achieving company’s NI 52-109 (Bill 198) compliance program efforts.
• Perform QA reviews on peers’ work to ensure it meets IIA standards and internal audit procedures.
• Develop strong relationships with business teams.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by Internal Audit senior leaders.
• Limited travel within Canada may be necessary.

Qualifications:

• Three to five years of experience in an Audit/Internal Controls environment or a combination of accounting and auditing experience surrounding operational and financial controls.
• Possess or are working towards the CPA or CIA designations.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), analytical and documentation skills including experience with process flowcharting
• Ability to work independently and in team settings with minimal supervision to deliver quality audit engagements within set timelines.
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills especially in high pressure environment, under tight deadlines.
• Possess the ability to exercise professional judgment and communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders and IA team.
• SAP knowledge, data analytics, GRC applications and real estate experience would be an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.