Internal Auditor at Sobeys in Stellarton, Nova Scotia, CA

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The Internal Auditor will bring a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, the Internal Auditor is accountable for the execution of the annual operational audit plan through assurance and advisory work.

The Internal Auditor will also execute financial business process control evaluations to support delivery of the annual 52-109 CEO/CFO Certification program.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work with a broad scope in a team environment, where the participation and value-add from each member is key to the success of the Internal Audit function.

Here’s where you’ll be focusing:

52-109 CEO/CFO Certification (Internal Controls over Financial Reporting)

Actively support the Internal Audit team in delivering, according to plan, the 52-109 CEO/CFO Certification program working with key stakeholders to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (business process controls, IT general controls and entity level controls), Conduct control walkthroughs and work closely with Manager, Internal Audit to update risks, controls and test attributes & procedures as needed Execute operating effectiveness control testing, according to plan, working closely with the Manager, Internal Audit
Work collaboratively with Management in their development of action plans to address root causes of deficiencies and improve effectiveness of controls

Operational Audit

Assist in the planning of Operational Audits, including defining audit scope, identifying risks and controls, designing control test procedures in a broad variety of assurance and advisory engagements according to the annual audit plan Timely execution of audit fieldwork evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, identifying process and control gaps Assist in the preparation of formal audit/review reports, present and communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and concisely An eagerness to learn about organizational processes, existing and emerging risks, testing of controls, and identifying areas of opportunity

Job Requirements:

Undergraduate degree in an accounting, finance and/or business-related field. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation preferred. The preferred candidate may also have or be working towards a CIA designation. Minimum 2 years of experience working in Internal Audit, Audit consulting practice, Public Accounting, and/or Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, with a strong risk-based audit foundation Knowledge of assurance, governance and control frameworks including, IIA Professional Practice Standards, COSO. Knowledge of Regulations including 52-109, PCI, PIPEDA, GDPR Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication Ability to present complex information clearly and influence the outcome through effective verbal and written communication Good interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate strong working relationships in a team environment is a must Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated creative, innovative and critical thinking Experience with data analytic and/or visualization tools such as ACL, Tableau (desirable) Knowledge of SAP application (desirable) Bilingual; English and French (The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with peers in other provinces to develop procedures and processes to be implemented nationally. She will also have to interact regularly with her peers in other provinces, as well as provide support to Sobeys employees across Canada)