Sr. Internal Auditor

Full-Time (Hybrid)

Mississauga, ON or Calgary, AB

The Sr. Internal Auditor is responsible for performing internal audit activities at our company locations across Canada. This role provides the opportunity to progress to operational or corporate financial management roles while gaining valuable exposure.

How You'll Help:

• Lead assigned assurance and consulting engagements or executes assigned parts.  
• Plan the objectives and scope for assigned assurance and consulting engagements using a risk-based approach; and develop risk-based audit programs and related procedures for such areas to address the objectives. 
• Perform routine aspects of audits and field work, including the collection of documentation and testing of key controls and protocols to determine whether the controls are operating effectively and identify significant control weaknesses. 
• Work with Senior leadership to develop relevant and comprehensive recommendations that enhance internal controls or operational efficiency for situations where exceptions are identified through testing. 
• Complete files within time budgets and target dates, and/or reviews peer or work to ensure sufficient work was completed and evidence obtained to meet the objectives of the engagement. 
• Write concise, risk-focused reports with practical recommendations
• Communicate and engage with stakeholders in a diplomatic and tactful manner, in discussions of audit observations, risks and recommendations
• Follow up on the status of the implementation of recommendations contained in the audit reports. 
• Research emerging audit and risk related issues, trends and methodologies to assess impact on Day & Ross’ changing business, and maintains knowledge Day & Ross’ business operations and internal controls to conduct high quality audits and provide relevant and realistic recommendations. 
• Engage in open communication with other members of the Internal Audit department, as well as other employees, members of management, risk, and other organizational partners, in the areas of risk management, governance, regulatory compliance, and internal policies/procedures.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• University degree in with concentration in Finance, Accounting or Business 

• CPA designation is strongly preferred 

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is an asset

• 4 – 6+ years auditing experience in positions of internal audit, risk management, and internal controls, preferably a mix of time in a ‘Big 4’ public accounting firm and a large international audit and control function.

• Previous Transportation or operational experience is preferred, various roles within transportation would be beneficial.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Demonstrated skills in client relationships, advisory and change management.

• Computer skills – Data analytics, MS products, Oracle, Truck Mate web based programs.

• Strong conflict resolution skills 

• Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment 

• Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues 

• Results focused 

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.