Position Number: 50022149 /

Department: Internal Audit

Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

Salary: $105,122.00 - $121,913.00 per annum

Union/Association/HR Policy: HR POLICIES

Posting deadline: September 8, 2026

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

NOTE: This posting represents a five-year full-time contract position with possibility of renewal.

SCOPE

Reporting to the Executive Director, Internal Audit, the incumbent leads and conducts independent, objective assurance and advisory engagements that help the University achieve its objectives by strengthening governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance; supporting sound decision-making; and identifying opportunities to improve processes, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and promote continuous improvement. This role may manage multiple audit and advisory engagement simultaneously and is responsible for supervising student interns and external consultants engaged by the Internal Audit function.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Plan and scope audit and advisory engagements (e.g. financial, operational, compliance, information technology, etc.) based on identified risks and organizational priorities.
- Develop audit programs, testing strategies, and engagement work plans, including the assignment and coordination of student interns and external consultants, as applicable.
- Perform and oversee the audit fieldwork (e.g. interviews, walkthroughs, controls testing, data analysis, evidence review, etc.) and review the work done by student interns and consultants, as applicable.
- Evaluate the area being audited to identify findings, determine root causes, make conclusions, and develop practical recommendations.
- Prepare and present clear, concise, and evidence-based audit reports to management within established timelines.
- Perform follow-up procedures to monitor and validate the implementation of management action plans.
- Document and manage the audit engagements using the department’s internal audit software.
- Supervise, assign work, review performance, and provide coaching and guidance to student interns.




- Participate in the annual risk assessment and audit planning process.
- Support the implementation and ongoing application of the Global Internal Audit Standards within the Internal Audit function.
- Administer and optimize the department's audit management software to support reporting, risk management, data analytics, workflows, task management, and automation.
- Develop and promote efficient and technology-enabled audit techniques, including the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline with a minimum of four to seven years of progressive experience in internal auditing, related assurance experience, including demonstrated experience independently leading audit engagements from planning through reporting and follow-up.
- Professional designation such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Chartered Qualified Accountant (CPA).
- Additional professional certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), or similar designations are assets.
- Experience preparing and presenting reports and recommendations to management.
- Thorough knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk management principles, and internal control concepts.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and business operations.
- Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
- Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English and basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written French.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel (data analysis, PivotTables, visualizations).
- Ability to leverage and quickly learn audit management, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other technology tools to improve department efficiency and effectiveness
- Ability to interpret policies, regulations, and organizational procedures.
- Strong project management, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Experience in higher education sector is an asset.
- Experience with SAP or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is an asset.
- Proficiency with audit management, data analytics, and reporting tools (e.g. TeamMate+, Power BI) is an asset.




- Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks and practices is an asset.
- Experience conducting information technology or cybersecurity audits is an asset.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey.

This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility

Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

📌 Senior Advisor, Internal Audit (Canada)
🏢 Concordia University
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