Senior internal auditor

Our client is a publicly traded organization with operations across Canada and the U.S. They’re adding a Senior Internal Auditor to support operational excellence, strengthen internal controls, and deliver value-added audit and advisory work across the business-including newly acquired operations.

In this role, you’ll independently plan and deliver audits and special projects end-to-end, partnering closely with operational and finance leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational audits from planning through reporting (risk assessment, sampling, testing, interviews, close-out meetings).
• Evaluate internal controls and provide practical recommendations to improve processes and strengthen governance.
• Track and follow up on action plans to confirm recommendations are implemented.
• Support new acquisitions by auditing opening balances, identifying adjustments, and advising on controls and onboarding requirements.
• Perform inventory spot checks and reconciliations, as required during reviews or acquisitions.
• Provide guidance and training on internal controls and select technical accounting topics (e.g., IFRS 16).
• Contribute to internal audit planning and Audit Committee reporting/updates.
• Monitor relevant governance/disclosure requirements (e.g., NI 52-109, OSC/CSA updates) and support the finance team with compliance.
• Review IT and system controls related to data integrity, security, and policy adherence.
• Assist with external audit support and special projects (e.g., investigations, incident reviews, operational initiatives).

Qualifications
Must-haves

• CPA designation (CPA, CA/CGA/CMA)
• 4+ years of internal audit experience
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% (with periodic trips up to two weeks at a time as needed)
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks / risk methodologies (e.g., COSO)
• Working knowledge of Canadian governance/compliance expectations (including NI 52-109)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings to leadership
• Canadian or Mexican citizenship (client requirement)
• Able to meet requirements to obtain a U.S. work visa for business travel (as applicable)
• 5 days fully office based position
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for local travel

Nice to have

• Experience with manufacturing and/or distribution, including product costing/variance analysis
• Exposure to M&A / post-acquisition integration
• Experience with IT audits and/or data analytics tools
• Professional certifications (or intention to pursue): CIA, CISA, CFE, CCSA
• Experience contributing to Audit Committee reporting (planning and results)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience
• Extended health & dental benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pension plan

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.