Data Specialist and Audit Assistant - Kingston, Canada - Queen's University
Description
About Queen's University
Queen's University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and many more.
We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity seeking groups such as women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.
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Job Summary
The Data Specialist and Audit Assistant will support the audit team in various administrative and analytical tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of the department. The role involves assisting in completing audit work, participating in process improvement initiatives, and contributing to process automation projects.
One of the key goals for this role will be to assist with the administration and automation of Internal Audit's Continuous Monitoring Program. This program leverages data to detect errors, fraud, and policy non-compliance in a timely manner.
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Perform general administrative duties as directed to support the audit team.
•Complete specific audit procedures as assigned.
•Prepare cycles of Internal Audit's Continuous Monitoring Program (CMP).
•Improve current procedural documentation for the CMP.
•Leverage software and/or coding knowledge to find efficiencies in the CPM by automating aspects of the process which currently required manual intervention.
•Utilize Microsoft 365 suite of tools for documentation, analysis, and reporting.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•A track record of delivering successful data, coding, or software projects.
•Has, or is currently pursuing, relevant post secondary training in Computer Science, Business, or another relevant field.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
•Knowledge of data analysis techniques and/or coding
•Excellent written and oral communication
•The ability to learn quickly and work as a member of a team
DECISION MAKING:
•Make independent decisions about how to effectively allocate time on competing projects, including knowing when to seek the assistance of other team members.
•Exercise excellent judgement when communicating with members of the university community.
Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The University provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs.