Senior Associate, Internal Audit in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Associate, Internal Audit based in Canada.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact internal audit function within a complex, global technology-driven organization. You will work closely with senior audit leadership to evaluate IT General Controls across critical enterprise systems that support business operations and financial reporting. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and highly cross-functional, involving direct interaction with IT, business, and control owners. You will be exposed to a wide range of systems and processes in a cloud and ERP-centric ecosystem. This position is ideal for an audit professional who enjoys deep analytical work, risk identification, and improving control frameworks. Your work will directly strengthen governance, compliance, and operational integrity across global operations.
- Support the execution of a risk-based internal audit plan focused on IT General Controls (ITGCs) across key enterprise systems and applications
- Conduct control walkthroughs with IT and business stakeholders to document processes, systems, and control activities
- Evaluate IT environments to identify risks, control gaps, and opportunities for strengthening internal control frameworks
- Perform testing of ITGCs in line with defined audit procedures and accurately document results and evidence
- Identify, assess, and communicate control deficiencies, including potential business and financial reporting impacts
- Support remediation tracking and follow-up activities to ensure timely resolution of audit findings
- Collaborate with audit leadership to ensure audits are delivered in a structured, risk-based, and professional manner
- Contribute to clear and organized audit documentation aligned with internal audit standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in internal or IT audit, including hands-on ITGC testing (Big 4 experience preferred)
- Working toward or holding a professional certification such as CISA, CPA, or CIA
- Strong understanding of IT General Controls, risk assessment, and control frameworks
- Experience analyzing systems, identifying risks, and evaluating control effectiveness in complex environments
- Intermediate Excel skills and strong attention to detail in data analysis and documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a risk-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Benefits:
- Competitive above-market compensation package
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options
- Opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven technology environment
- Exposure to large-scale ERP and cloud-based systems (SAP, Oracle, AWS, Microsoft ecosystems)
- Strong learning culture with training, coaching, and career development support
- Health and wellness benefits, including comprehensive coverage options
- Pension or retirement savings plan options
- Collaborative, flat-structure environment with open feedback culture
- Opportunity to contribute to high-impact audit and governance initiatives