AUDIT PROJECT LEAD, INTERNAL AUDIT
City of Brampton
- Brampton, ON
- $111,485-125,421 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
- Performs assigned projects of moderate complexity (or work with a Manager, Internal Audit on complex audit engagements) and deal with high dollar values and confidential and sensitive information affecting the City operations, assets and resources
- Develops a solid understanding of the audit entity or subject matter by conducting background research accomplished through use of the internet, discussion with the auditee, site visits, the review of relevant documents such as multi-year business plans, consultant reports, statues, regulations or standards, committee and council minutes, previous year’s audited financial statements and management letters, contact with other professional and municipal organizations
- Develops (independently or in collaboration with the Manager, Internal Audit) the project plan including determining audit objectives, scope and methodology; assessing risk and internal controls; establishing budget and reporting timelines
- Prepares (independently or in collaboration with the Manager, Internal Audit) the audit program and /or evidence collection plan which includes defining of audit criteria by performing extensive research of sources such as recognized bodies of experts, applicable laws, regulations and other authorities, other bodies or jurisdictions delivering similar programs and services, internal policies and procedures and applicable criteria successfully applied in other audits or reviews done internally and externally; developing audit procedures and tests; and determining what evidence is needed, how the evidence can be collected, will be analyzed, interpreted
- Complete assigned audit procedures (interviews, analysis, examination of documentation, site visits, and other testing) in accordance with the project plan and adapts /expands audit procedures, as necessary, based on issues identified as the audit progresses
- Conducts thorough assessment and analysis and obtains sufficient and appropriate evidence
- Identifies significant audit issues and improvement opportunities, quantifying cost savings / revenue opportunities, and illustrating non-financial impacts
- Develops practical and meaningful audit recommendations that will help improve City services or operations
- 10.Prepares and / or reviews audit working papers (audit project files) that contains evidence supporting the findings, conclusions, and recommendations and ensures that they adhere to professional auditing standards and Internal Audit’s office guidelines and audit manuals.
- Evaluate audit results and prepares a written summary of major audit issues (audit observations, conclusions, and recommendations) independently or in consultation with the Manager, Internal Audit or the Director of Internal Audit
- 12.Demonstrate critical thinking skills in all aspects of work (audit planning, fieldwork, audit finding evaluation, and reporting)
- 13.Prepares draft audit reports or parts thereof, for review by the senior management of Internal Audit prior to submission to auditee, Audit Committee and /or other standing committees
- 14.Makes presentations to auditee personnel to communicate audit recommendations, as required.
- 15.Evaluates action plans in response to recommendations
- 16.Keeps Director/Manager, Internal Audit informed of audit progress, any emerging issues and /or significant areas, and recommends appropriate action and /strategies to meet planned project objectives and audit reporting deadlines
- 17.Attends Audit Committee meetings and makes presentations on audit project(s) as required
- 18.Performs special audits and investigations including fraud reviews and forensic audits, as required
- 19.Maintains good auditee relationships and acts at all times in a professional manner
- 20.Liaises with and keeps current of the operations of assigned departments with particular reference to audit concerns and issues
- 21.Contribute to effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance and continuous learning
- 22.Participates in development and implementation of Internal Audit’s corporate initiatives, including coordinating training, IT system applications, continuous process improvement projects etc)
- 23.Contributes to the Internal Audit’s strategic planning process, such as the City-wide risk assessment, and annual and long-term work plan
- University Degree, with a professional Accounting Designation (such as CPA, CA; CPA, CGA; or CPA, CMA); or designation as an auditing professional (CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CISA). An equivalent combination of education, skills and considerable experience in the field of performance auditing, operational and control auditing, and other audit projects will be considered. Fraud certifications Audit certifications (such as CFE) are an asset.
- A minimum of 5 years of practical experience planning, performing, and reporting on value-for-money/performance audits, operational/control audits, and other audit projects, with at least 2 years of leading experience with audit professionals. Public sector internal audit experience is desirable.
- Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of all aspects of audit principles, practices, techniques and standards (including the IIA Standards and the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.)
- Sound organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.
- Sound project management, analytical, excellent initiative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to deal courteously and effectively with all levels of staff, management and members of council, and build consensus.
- Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting and team environment.
- Experience of leading peer reviews of audit shops against IIA standards is an asset.
- Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite and audit applications such as TeamMate or Pentana. Experience with data analytics applications (such as ACL, TeamMate Analytics) and performing data analytics as part of audits or other special projects which assist in the collection and analysis of electronic data would be asset. Experience with Pentana, TeamMate or other audit software is strongly preferred.