Internal Audit Consultant - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition ID:38682

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation.

Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world.

Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function

The primary function of this position is to conduct complex, challenging operational / performance audits and assurance assignments to ensure appropriate, effective risk management and internal control systems are in place for the City's departments, boards, and programs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Plans, leads and executes complex internal audit and assurance assignments to assess reliability or relevance of data and operations, as well as verifying accountability and cost effectiveness of the City's functions and programs
Provides recommendations to senior management on policies, procedures, business processes improvements and changes in staff resources (i.e. all assignments focus on effectiveness and efficiency, recommendations affect staff positions, reporting relationships and how the work is conducted. etc.)
Utilitizes data analytics to review business risk explosures and unusual trends
Conducts special investigations. This includes interviewing employees to determine liability and accountability. Makes recommendations to correct or eliminate human error, carelessness, negligence or willful wrongdoing.
Evaluates business units risk exposures and recommends improvements and compensating management controls
Prepares audit reports, statements and related correspondences
Provides advisory services to business unit managers on policies, procedures, and management controls issues
Works in conjunction with external auditors and other City's staff on particular assignments
Presents findings and recommendations to various levels of management
Participates in the development of new standards
Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Information Technology or related field
A professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner designation is an asset
Certified Information Systems Auditor designation
Experience in using fully integrated enterprise software (SAP) as well as data analytic software is an asset
Solid, progressive background in management, auditing and accounting with minimum 5 years postqualification experience in a municipal government environment and/or large complex business organization
Experience in performance auditing in a municipal government setting is preferred
Demonstrable training and experience in control and risk assessment work
Experience in performance measurement, program evaluation, management analysis, process improvement and control risk assessment
An Enhanced Reliability Check is a requirement of this position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to understand, evaluate and communicate technology risks and controls. Work experience in auditing of integrated enterprise software is important
Ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive financial, operational, and Human Resources information (e.g. "in camera" council reports, material changes in policy and process, changes in staffing level and job assignments)
Ability to prepare/review complex accounting and audit statements and reports and to assist and advise departments and boards on financial, operational and HR issues
Demonstrable creativity, problem solving and negotiating skills
Ability to facilitate the resolution of complex issues
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent oral, written and presentation/facilitation skills
Possess excellent customer service skills
Solid personal computer skills
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and respond to requests in a timely manner
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels across the organization
Excellent working knowledge of office productivity tools

The City's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time.

However, should circumstances change and the