Job Title: Director, Internal Audit

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: $170,000 - $210,000

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Your New Role

Reporting functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board and administratively to the EVP & Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Internal Audit will lead the organization's Internal Audit function and provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, operational processes, and technology risks.

This executive leadership role will oversee the development and execution of a risk-based audit strategy, engage regularly with senior executives and Board members, and help drive organizational improvement through strategic insight, independent assurance, and effective risk oversight.

Key responsibilities include

- Developing and executing a risk-based Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan.
- Leading audits across financial, operational, IT, cybersecurity, and compliance functions.
- Providing independent assurance regarding governance, risk management, and internal controls.
- Presenting audit findings, recommendations, and emerging risks to Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee.
- Overseeing the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program.
- Supporting ESG and non-financial reporting assurance activities.
- Advancing the use of data analytics, automation, and continuous auditing techniques.




- Collaborating with Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, and External Audit teams to provide integrated assurance.
- Building, mentoring, and leading a high-performing Internal Audit team.
- Maintaining compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards and leading Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) initiatives.

What You'll Need to Succeed

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- CPA designation is required.
- CIA designation strongly preferred.
- CISA or other relevant certifications considered an asset.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive Internal Audit experience covering financial, operational, and IT audits.
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing audit teams and enterprise-level audit programs.
- Experience presenting to Boards, Audit Committees, and Executive Leadership teams.
- Solid understanding of governance, enterprise risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
- Experience overseeing ICFR programs and control environments.
- Knowledge of COSO, COBIT, and Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Understanding of cybersecurity, IT controls, and data analytics within an audit environment.
- Previous experience in utilities, infrastructure, regulated industries, public sector, or other capital-intensive environments is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

📌 Director of Internal Audit (Toronto)
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