Business Advisor, Business Performance

3 months ago

Langley, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

**Competition ID**:

- 3685

**Internal Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled

**External Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled

**# of Openings**:

- 1
- **Salary Information**:

- 10 - Administrative Salary Grid - $85,711 to $125,709

**Employment Type**:

- Full Time Term Contract

**Workplace Type**:

- Hybrid

**Travel Frequency**:
**Employee Group**:

- Administration/Management

**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:
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**Kwantlen Polytechnic University**
- KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.**JOB OVERVIEW: BUSINESS ADVISOR, BUSINESS PERFORMANCE & ADVISORY SERVICES**
- The Business Advisor is responsible for performing various audit and advisory engagements. The types of engagements include, but not limited to, the following categories:
- Compliance Audit
- Financial Audit
- Information Systems Audit
- Investigative Audit
- Operational (Performance) Audit
- Consulting
- The Business Advisor coaches and mentors the Internal Audit Associate(s) assigned to engagements. This individual applies risk and control concepts to scenarios encountered and identifies any potential issues. The incumbent communicates identified issues with Manager, Business Performance & Advisory Services to ensure any potential concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner.**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- An accounting designation (e.g. CPA) is required and the CIA designation is an asset.
- A minimum of at least 1 year post designation progressive experience with a focus on audit.
- Experience working in internal audit and/or large complex organizations is desirable, but not required.
- Knowledge of internal controls and risk management.
- Superior capability in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, Visio, Outlook).
- Experience working with Caseware is an asset.
- Proven track record of adding value to an organization through involvement in proactive implementation of effective controls, governance and risk management practices.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

**COMPETENCIES**
- Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments.
- Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change.
- Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently; proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly towards desired outcome.
- Ability to recognize when learned theoretical concepts should be applied.
- Ability to identify root cause of an issue raised.
- Awareness of interdepartmental risk, control and governance responsibilities and what is necessary for successful tactical collaboration and information sharing.
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skills.
- Ability to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises.
- Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information and challenges.
- Highly analytic with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and build rapport with all levels of the organization.
- **Salary Information**

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

**Why Join KPU?**
- Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
- KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment
- Competitive compensation
- Hybrid environment, flexible work around core hours
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan - College Pension Plan
- Extended Medical, Dental, Healthcare Spending Account, Sick Leave, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc
- Professional Development Days: up to 10 days paid per year
- Maternity and parental leave top-up
- Generous vacation package
- Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails
- Campus athletic and fitness centers with a

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