Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit approach to guide the annual and multi-year audit engagement plan
Recommend annual and multi-year internal audit plans aligned with organizational risks to the President and CEO and the Audit and Risk Management Committee
Review and develop internal audit programs based on Sépaq’s risks
Review and redefine the objectives and scope of the Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), plan site visits according to risk, and produce high-value deliverables
Continuously monitor major information technology projects and provide assurance regarding governance, controls, and significant issues
Verify compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations
Assess the effectiveness and efficiency of organizational and operational procedures and processes
Identify opportunities for improvement and issue objective, impartial, and constructive recommendations
Contribute to post-project reviews of Sépaq’s major projects to promote organizational learning
Work closely with administrative units at head office and individual sites to understand issues and implement corrective measures
Conduct audits, including planning, information gathering, analysis, interviews, findings, report writing, action-plan follow-up, and the preparation of trend dashboards
Keep knowledge of internal auditing and the organization up to date
Supervise an internal audit team and the external firms supporting the delivery of engagements
Functionally reports to the Audit and Risk Management Committee and administratively to the President and CEO




Requirements Hold a master’s degree in business administration (MBA), accounting, finance, risk management, or a related discipline
Hold a CPA designation and be a member of the provincial order of Chartered Qualified Accountants
Have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in internal auditing, internal controls, risk management, and/or continuous improvement
Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising personnel and coordinating engagements, including external firms as needed
Demonstrate the ability to explain complex information clearly, synthesize information, and present findings strategically to senior management and a committee (e.g., an audit committee)
Demonstrate excellent judgment, strong attention to detail, discretion, autonomy, leadership, and a results-oriented mindset
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and a constructive, supportive approach
Be willing to travel and demonstrate adaptability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including excellent Excel skills (analysis, tracking tables, and trends) and strong Word and PowerPoint skills
Demonstrate strong analytical and synthesis skills,



as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA)
CIA certification is an asset
Experience in IT auditing, IT governance, and/or overseeing engagements performed by external specialists (major IT projects, technology controls, and risks) is an asset
Understanding of digital transformation initiatives and their impact on processes, controls, and risk management is an asset
Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in risk-based internal auditing, compliance verification, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in leading audit teams, synthesizing complex information, and presenting strategic findings to senior management and committees.
Highest-signal resume keywords Risk Management
Internal Auditing
CPA Designation
Leadership
IT Auditing
Hard Skills Internal Audit Programs
Compliance Verification
Data Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Audit Planning
Trend Analysis
Governance Controls
Operational Procedures Assessment
Report Writing
Post-Project Reviews
Soft Skills Attention to Detail
Judgment
Interpersonal Skills
Active Listening
Communication Skills
Certifications & Qualifications CPA
CIA
Industry Keywords International Standards for the Qualified Practice of Internal Auditing
Digital Transformation
IT Governance
Risk Management
Audit Committee
Tools & Technologies Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint

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📌 Director, Internal Audit (Quebec City)
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📍 Quebec City