IA Financial Group

Internal Auditor - Operational Risk Audits

IA Financial Group$70K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in audit within the financial sector.
  • A recognized professional title or certification in audit (CPA, CIA, etc.) is required.
  • Strong knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks.
  • Excellent mobilization, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to simplify complex concepts and provide an overview of key issues.
  • University degree in business administration, accounting, or related field.
  • Advanced English proficiency for regular communication with English-speaking partners.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct operational audit missions, both in teams and independently.
  • Evaluate inherent and residual risks alongside the design and implementation of internal controls.
  • Establish and ensure adherence to timelines with the mission team and management.
  • Draft, present, and ensure the quality of audit reports and recommendations.
  • Follow up on issued recommendations, including monitoring action plans and re-evaluating control effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment focused on learning and development.
  • A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
  • Hybrid work environment with flexible hours and innovative workspaces.
  • Competitive employee benefits including flexible collective insurance and retirement plans.
  • Wellness programs with vacation and personal development days, telemedicine, and employee assistance programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As an Internal Auditor, you will be at the heart of a dynamic and constantly evolving environment, where you will play a key role in assessing operational risks and enhancing the effectiveness of internal controls. Your contribution will be concrete, recognized, and directly tied to strengthening the risk management culture and creating value.

This position represents an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and reliable organization. People and their development are at the core of our priorities, fostering an environment that supports collaboration and innovation.

What you will accomplish with us

As an Internal Auditor, you will be central to our mission. Your main responsibilities include:

  • Conducting operational audit engagements, either independently or as part of a team, including audit planning, development of audit programs, and interactions with audited business areas;
  • Assessing inherent and residual risks, as well as the design, implementation, and effectiveness of internal controls;
  • Establishing and ensuring adherence to timelines with the engagement team and Management throughout audit assignments;
  • Drafting, presenting, and ensuring the quality of audit reports, including findings and recommendations;
  • Following up on issued recommendations, including monitoring action plans, implementation timelines, and reassessing control effectiveness.


What could accelerate your success in this role

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is recognized for their knowledge of the financial services and insurance industries, as well as risk management frameworks;
  • Stands out for strong abilities in mobilization, influence, and communication;
  • Demonstrates the ability to synthesize information and clearly explain complex concepts;
  • Is known for rigor, results orientation, and strong critical thinking;
  • Holds a university degree in business administration, accounting, or another relevant field;
  • Possesses a recognized professional designation or certification in auditing (CPA, CIA, or equivalent);
  • Has at least three years of relevant experience in the financial industry;
  • Has an advanced level of proficiency in English, as the role involves regular communication with English-speaking partners.


Why you'll enjoy working with us

  • A work environment where learning and development are combined with a collective pursuit of excellence;
  • A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive workplace where potential can be fully expressed and developed;
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
  • Competitive benefits, including flexible group insurance, a competitive pension plan, a share purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, an employee and family assistance program, an ergonomic furniture program, performance bonuses, discounts on iA products, and more.


Apply now and take your career to the next level-where your talent truly matters.

Still hesitating about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply-your place may be with us, and we look forward to getting to know you.

For positions posted in Ontario:

The typical hiring range for this position is between $70,000 and $115,000 CAD per year. The base salary offered may vary based on knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable, and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect current market conditions.

Location(s)
Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)
Montreal / 1981 McGill College AvenueToronto / 26 Wellington Street East

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date
2026-06-05

About IA Financial Group

IA Financial Group is a Canadian insurance and financial services company. The company offers a wide range of products and services including life and health insurance, mutual funds, securities, auto and home insurance, mortgages, and loans. IA Financial Group has been in business for over 125 years and has over 5,500 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. IA Financial Group is also committed to giving back to the community and has a strong corporate social responsibility program.
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