to join a growing internal audit team within a leading food manufacturing and distribution company. As the business expands across North America, this role plays a key part in ensuring sound internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness across a diverse group of operating companies. This position offers a strong path for career advancement, either within the internal audit function or through broader corporate or operational roles.
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct risk assessments across multiple business units
Develop and execute internal audit plans in collaboration with the audit team
Lead operational, financial, and compliance audits, including governance requirements
Present clear, actionable recommendations to improve systems and controls
Follow up with business leaders to ensure audit recommendations are implemented
Document and improve policies, procedures, and best practices across departments
Identify internal control gaps and support policy development
Deliver training to staff on internal controls and audit findings
Assess IT systems for security, compliance, and control effectiveness
Support external auditors during year-end audits
Handle fraud investigations and participate in M&A; audit activities
Take on special projects as directed by senior leadership
Requirements
CPA designation and university degree required
Experience with operational, financial, or IT audits
Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies
Familiarity with Canadian corporate governance regulations
Skilled in business process documentation and analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Preferred Qualifications
Experience presenting to or working with Audit Committees
Leadership or mentoring experience in audit settings
Advanced certifications such as CIA, CFE, or CCSA (or willingness to obtain)
Knowledge of manufacturing or distribution operations, especially costing
Experience with audit work in mergers and acquisitions
Exposure to fraud investigations and IT audits
Skills in data extraction and manipulation
Remuneration
$80,000 - $95,000 with perks.
Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered