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Auditor (CPA)

  • Toronto, ON, M4W 1E5, Canada

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Job type
Contract
Experience
5+ years of internal or external audit, risk management, operations, or equivalent business, advisory, or consulting experience.
Working hours
37.50 hours per week
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Auditor (CPA)

Bring your audit expertise to the insurance sector for our client and contribute to initiatives that strengthen governance and risk management. Work in a dynamic global environment with exposure to innovative tools, diverse business areas, and valuable learning opportunities.

What is in it for you:

  • Salaried: $67-77 per hour.
  • Incorporated Business Rate: $78-88 per hour.
  • 12-month contract with the potential for permanent employment.
  • Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
  • Weekday schedule from 9 am to 5 pm.
  • Hybrid work, with 3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead audit and advisory projects in accordance with department standards, resource budgets, and target dates, and report scheduling or budget overruns to the Director.
  • Understand the risks managed by the business unit and develop concise, risk-based audit strategies and scope.
  • Lead and coach audit staff assisting on projects and review test procedures and results to ensure test objectives and documentation standards are met.
  • Exercise sound judgment when evaluating audit findings and developing practical, value-added recommendations.
  • Prepare clear, concise, and well-organized audit reports.
  • Apply analytical skills and remain open-minded when exploring different ways to audit.
  • Embrace and use data analytics to improve audit coverage.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with management.
  • Coach and mentor junior staff on the team.
  • Lead various SOX processes, assist with SOX/MAR planning, and provide oversight during walkthrough and testing phases.
  • Actively follow up on open issues with management, maintain open communication, and lead remediation testing of issues.
  • Use technology to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process.

What you will need to succeed:

Required qualifications

  • University degree.
  • 5+ years of internal or external audit, risk management, operations, or equivalent business, advisory, or consulting experience.
  • Ability to quickly understand business processes and their risk implications, analyze complex situations, reach appropriate conclusions, and provide value-added and practical feedback.

Preferred qualifications

  • Recognized accounting designation, such as CPA or CA, or auditing designation, such as CIA or CISA, preferable but not essential for candidates with good industry experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in third-party management and/or AI.
  • Strong understanding of risks, controls, and governance practices related to third-party management and/or AI.
  • Exposure to data analytics tools and methodologies.
  • Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks, risk management practices, and SOX requirements.

Soft skills

  • Ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing and to listen to and consider the ideas of others.
  • Results-oriented approach with the ability to balance multiple priorities and projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
  • Proven relationship skills, including demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Leadership skills in achieving departmental, project, and individual objectives and developing staff.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.


More about this job

Responsibilities

The auditor will lead audit and advisory projects, develop risk-based strategies, and provide oversight for SOX/MAR processes. They are also responsible for mentoring junior staff and maintaining positive relationships with management.

Requirements

Candidates must have a university degree and at least 5 years of experience in audit, risk management, or consulting. A professional designation such as CPA, CA, CIA, or CISA is preferred.

Skills

  • Audit
  • Risk Management
  • Governance
  • SOX
  • MAR
  • Data Analytics
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Internal Audit
  • External Audit
  • Advisory
  • Compliance
  • Third-party Management
  • AI
  • Reporting
  • Communication

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Categories

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Consulting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Data & Analytics

Keywords

  • Auditor
  • CPA
  • Insurance
  • Governance
  • Risk Management
  • SOX
  • MAR
  • Data Analytics
  • Internal Audit
  • External Audit
  • Advisory
  • Consulting
  • CA
  • CIA
  • CISA
  • Third-party Management
  • AI
  • Control Frameworks
  • Compliance
  • Reporting
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Project Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Finance
  • Accounting

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