Internal Audit Specialist - Regina, Canada - City of Regina

City of Regina

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Regina, Canada

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Description

Openings: 1

Type of Posting:
Internal & External

Location Name:
City of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Date Posted:
July 6, 2023

Closing Date:
Open until Filled

Profession:
Finance, Accounting & Purchasing

Experience Level(s):

Desired Employment Status:
Permanent

Education Level(s): Undergraduate Degree in Commerce or related discipline

Job ID: 1563

Internal Audit Specialist

The City of Regina has a new opportunity for an Internal Audit Specialist to support the implementation of the Council approved Internal Audit Plan and perform the planning, development of the audit program, testing and reporting phases of an audit in accordance with auditing standards.

The primary duties include supporting development of the functions' internal audit work plan, risk management and continuous improvement of the control environment.

Key Accountabilities

Operational Planning

Supports the Internal Audit function in implementation of the annual audit plan in the context of both the City and Department plans

Conducts audit planning activities including consulting with the business to collect background information and documentation to support the assessment of risk, determine the scope of the audit and develop a comprehensive testing plan.

Conducts complex audit assignments from start to finish including the development of the audit work plan, implementation and execution of the audit, all analyses, documentation of observations and recommendations, in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors professional standards.

Assists in conducting comprehensive investigations, in accordance with the City of Regina's Code of Conduct, Theft and Fraud Policy, and Whistleblower Policy
Maintains working papers, follows the prescribed internal audit process and ensures compliance with the internal auditing standards.
Support preparation and proof complex documents and reports which may be submitted to City Council and committees.
Makes recommendations to mitigate risks observed during reviews, for the improvement of the financial, administrate, operational and organizational processes.

Work with the business to develop value added management action plans to address the identified issues and effectively monitor their status to completion.

Provide assistance to external consultants (co-sourcing arrangements) to facilitate the performance of their audit work.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Builds strong working relationships with managers, directors and executive directors to provide direction and support in designing systems of internal controls to fit the business area program and operations
Maintains professional memberships and partnerships/relationships with professional/industries

Risk Management

Ensures that policies, procedures and practices are developed, maintained and adhered to through the audit function; recommends changes as required
Conducts risk assessment and supports identifying the operational risks, program/service reviews and develops recommendations and action plans

Knowledge & Experience

An undergraduate degree in commerce or related discipline;
Designations such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or its equivalent;
More than five years of experience in accounting, finance or a related field and considerable experience in internal audit.
Municipal or public sector experience would be considered an asset
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Knowledge of audit methodologies, project management and system development methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices, and regulatory requirements
Knowledge of the City's accounting and budgeting processes, financial systems, policies and procedures.

- Note: Testing may be done to evaluate knowledge, skills and abilities.

Jurisdiction:
Out of Scope

Division:
Financial Strategy & Sustainability

Annual Salary:
$87, $116,128.00

The City of Regina acknowledges that we are on Treaty 4 Territory, and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.

We want to show our recognition and respect to the Nations and the ancestors of this territory, we are grateful for the privilege to be here, to co-exist.

We recognize that much of the harms of the past have shaped our relationship; we are committed to our work of building trust.

We hope for good and everlasting relationships to create true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.