Interim Internal Auditor

Description

Located out of our Calgary office, the individual in the Interim Internal Auditor role will report to the Manager, Internal Audit, SOX, and ERM, within the corporate function. The Interim Internal Auditor will be part of an integrated audit team with duties and responsibilities primarily related to Internal Audit. The auditor provides objective assurance and consulting services to improve and add value to the business’ operations. 

This is a temporay position for a 9 month term. 

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits and advisory engagements in alignment with the annual risk-based audit plan, ensuring compliance with IIA standards and regulatory requirements 
• Evaluate internal controls, risk management, and governance processes to identify gaps and recommend improvements 
• Perform full audit cycle activities, including risk assessments, walkthroughs, control testing, and reporting findings 
• Discussion with key stakeholders to obtain an understanding of issues and business processes 
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present recommendations to management and stakeholders 
• Communicate issues raised, offering pragmatic recommended solutions relevant to business and risk 
• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with members of relevant business areas, SOX and ERM to ensure proper audit coverage and avoid duplication of efforts 
• Leverage technology and data analytics in enhancing audit effectiveness and identifying trends or anomalies. 
• Ensure adherence to all applicable department and professional standards and stay current with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Education, Skills and Experience

• Professional designation, such as CIA, CISA, CPA, or equivalent 
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field 
• A minimum of five years of internal audit experience, including exposure to complex audits and risk-based methodologies  
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated experience in the energy or petrochemical sector  
• Experience working with and audit processes in SAP, including inventory costing  
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and execute assigned audit tasks  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and write concise reports 
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to make effective decisions under pressure from start to finish while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards 
• Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions. 
• Strong ability to utilize professional judgement and previous experience to identify control gaps and recommend pragmatic and fit-for-purpose remedial activities 
• Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change.  
• Ability to work independently, think critically and solve problems with creative solutions. 
• Proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome. 
• Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts. 
• Proficiency with MS Office and a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. 

Hours

Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week 

This is a temporary position for a 9 month term 

As this position is identified as security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of a pre-employment criminal background check assessment with satisfactory results.