JOB TITLE:  Audit Project Lead, Internal Audit

DEPARTMENT:  Office of the CAO

POSTING NUMBER:  105757

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Temporary 12 months with possibility to become permanent.  

HOURS OF WORK:  35 hour workweek 

LOCATION:  Hybrid Model*– when working onsite, you will report to the location of City Hall

SALARY GRADE:  7

HIRING SALARY RANGE:  $111,485 - $125,421 per annum

MAXIMUM OF SALARY RANGE:  $139,356 per annum

JOB TYPE:  Management and Administration

POSTING DATE:  April 26, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  May 17, 2024

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, (or to the Director, Internal Audit on solo projects) this position plans, performs internal audit assurance and advisory engagements of moderate complexity for the City of Brampton in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter and recognized Internal Audit Professional Practices and codes of professional conduct. This includes initiating, leading and conducting, risk based audits, operational effectiveness reviews, audits of compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, by-laws, City policies and procedures and working with management to develop effective and efficient risk mitigation strategies. Ability to work independently and objectively when conducting audit engagements of moderate complexity, preparing audit reports and evaluating management action plans. Supports the Director in planning, coordinating and management of audit resources, including third party consultants. Participating in the development of the audit function’s strategic plan and multi-year and annual internal audit work plan.  The role is an ambassador for risk management and continuous improvement of the control environment and brings innovative ideas and methods to increase awareness and buy-in from management.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Conducts operational audits in accordance with professional audit standards in the role of lead auditor, team member or working independently on some projects, with responsibility to supervise more junior project staff
   2. 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
   3. 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
   4. 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
   5. 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
   6. 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
   7. Conducts thorough assessment and analysis and obtains sufficient and appropriate evidence
   8. Identifies significant audit issues and improvement opportunities, quantifying cost savings / revenue opportunities, and illustrating non-financial impacts
   9. Develops practical and meaningful audit recommendations that will help improve City services or operations
   10. 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.
   11. 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. 12.Demonstrate critical thinking skills in all aspects of work (audit planning, fieldwork, audit finding evaluation, and reporting)
   13. 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. 14.Makes presentations to auditee personnel to communicate audit recommendations, as required.
   15. 15.Evaluates action plans in response to recommendations
   16. 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. 17.Attends Audit Committee meetings and makes presentations on audit project(s) as required
   18. 18.Performs special audits and investigations including fraud reviews and forensic audits, as required
   19. 19.Maintains good auditee relationships and acts at all times in a professional manner
   20. 20.Liaises with and keeps current of the operations of assigned departments with particular reference to audit concerns and issues
   21. 21.Contribute to effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance and continuous learning
   22. 22.Participates in development and implementation of Internal Audit’s corporate initiatives, including coordinating training, IT system applications, continuous process improvement projects etc)
   23. 23.Contributes to the Internal Audit’s strategic planning process, such as the City-wide risk assessment, and annual and long-term work plan

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 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.)

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• 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.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request.

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation.  Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change.  

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above quoting reference #105757 by May 17, 2024, and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

Please be advised, the City of Brampton uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the Job Competition and your application will be removed from the Competition. LI-GM

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