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Senior Auditor – Financial Services Jobs in Vaughan, Canada at Vaco by Highspring
Title: Senior Auditor – Financial Services
Company: Vaco by Highspring
Location: Vaughan, Canada
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Our client is an independent office of the Legislative Assembly conducts value-for-money and financial audits . They are looking for a Senior Auditor to join their team!
Competitive compensation package which includes an industry leading defined benefit pension plan
Perform moderately complex audits including drafting audit reports, presenting findings and providing recommendations.
Assist with the development and scope of the audit approach including documentation of the planning phase.
Contribute to the development of audit process improvements.
audits, driving continuous improvement in the audit process.
Conduct planned audits and reviews in accordance with audit standards.
Obtain, organize and ensure there is sufficient and appropriate audit evidence.
Identify opportunities to improve audit methodologies, documentation and reporting practices.
Executing the audit phase in accordance to Office standards and procedures.
Completing the design, implementation and/or conduct testing of controls.
Provide support to Audit groups (Performance or Special Audits) in their execution of their planning as necessary.
Risk Assessment and Internal Control Evaluation
Assess and understand the auditee’s key business processes and frameworks and identify significant risks.
Conduct risk assessments and perform testing of internal controls.
Evaluate the effectiveness of financial reporting processes and internal controls, provide recommendations where necessary.
Audit Documentation and Reporting
Drafting clear, concise and well-supported audit findings for inclusion in the audit report and/or management report.
Actively contribute in discussions of observations, findings and recommendations with auditees, including senior management, to ensure clarity and mutual understanding.
Ensuring working papers are thoroughly documented, well-organized, properly referenced, and logically structured to support audit findings and conclusions.
Participate in team planning sessions and meeting with auditees to ensure alignment and effective collaboration.
Taking the lead on audit engagements when required and recommending the appropriate opinion to be expressed in the auditor’s report, ensuring that conclusions align with findings and are consistent with audit standards.
Provide recommendations to improve financial reporting, internal controls and overall business performance.
Bachelor’s degree/university degree or equivalent experience.
Professional Designation (CPA, MBA, MPA).
Proficient in systems, controls and CAATs.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Knowledge of the Ontario government environment, including legislative processes, policies, procedures, and relevant directives.
Awareness of current and emerging trends, associated risks and relevant control frameworks.
Solid interpersonal skills to foster effective working relationships with staff at all levels through collaboration and teamwork.
Advanced research and analytical skills to assess complex, multi-dimensional problems and audit-related challenges.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to produce clear, concise, and accessible reports for auditees and the public.
Adaptability and flexibility to effectively operate in a wide range of audit environments.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards including the Auditor General Act, CPA, PSAB, IFRS, as they apply to Canadian GAAP.
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards, practices, and methodologies to effectively plan, execute, and report on audits.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the…