Audit Associate, Co-op

7 days ago

Victoria, Canada Office of the Auditor General of BC Full time

**Do you want to be part of a challenging and rewarding work community?**

The Office of the Auditor General of B.C. is an independent office of the Legislature that contributes to excellence in effective and accountable government. We offer opportunities for career growth, excellent benefits, a comprehensive salary, remote and telework options and flexible working hours.

Interested in growing your career? We offer a professional development fund to support your educational pursuits and reimburse annual professional dues. Other benefits offered to our co-op employees include:

- Tuition Grant Program with access up to a maximum of $1,000 per term to be used for co-op work term tuition.
- Paid vacation pay (6% of regular earnings) on top of regular pay.
- Paid leave if you become ill, (60% of normal average earnings) once you have accumulated 400 hours.
- Health & Wellness allowance of $0.79 per working hour in lieu of health and welfare benefits.
- Public service pension plan enrollment.
- Confidential employee and family assistance program.

Our office promotes trust, cooperation, and teamwork in a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. We support each other, celebrate our successes, and encourage a healthy work-life balance for everyone. Our staff events are socially, physically, emotionally, and nutritionally focused - and fun

Our downtown Victoria location supports collaboration and includes a gym, indoor bike storage, and decks with views of the beautiful Inner Harbour.

**CONTEXT**

The Office of the Auditor General serves the Legislative Assembly and the people of British Columbia by providing independent assessments of government’s financial statements and operations that enhance government accountability and performance. The Auditor General’s authority is derived from the Auditor General Act.

The work of the office spans all government ministries, as well as Crown corporations and the broader public sector. Reports resulting from direct assurance engagements are presented to the Legislative Assembly and are made public.

**JOB OVERVIEW**

The Audit Associate, Co-op, studying towards an undergraduate degree in accounting, participates primarily in financial statement audits, may participate in performance audits as required. The results of these audits provide the public and members of the legislative assembly with assurance and accountability information about how well government finances and programs are being administered.

This position works as part of a team, receiving assignments from a variety of members of the leadership team, depending on the complexity or sensitivity of the audit. Audits are conducted in accordance with Canadian auditing standards (CAS) established by the Auditing and Assurance Standards Board.

The Audit Associate, Co-op, may develop relationships with any of the entities included in the province’s summary financial statements. They will interact with all levels of staff of auditees, primarily in financial management and potentially with program managers of ministries, crown corporations and agencies, universities, colleges, school districts, health authorities, community service authorities, hospital societies, and trusts.

In addition to audit responsibilities, the Audit Associate, Co-op, contributes to their group on a broader level by demonstrating growth in the office’s core and financial technical competencies. Work will involve coordination with other groups within the office.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES**

As an Audit Associate, Co-op, you will be exposed to all areas of audit including planning, conducting, and reporting on financial statement audits in accordance with the office and professional standards. You will document and analyze various business processes including reporting on internal controls. You will also have the opportunity to work on a variety of other projects as needed.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**

Education and Experience:

- Is working towards an undergraduate degree in accounting and has successfully completed an audit and assurance course (such as Camosun College’s ACCT 380 Auditing 1), or similar transfer course. Must have a minimum grade of C+ on all completed CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) prerequisite courses.
- General work experience in a team-focused, client-centered environment with a preference given to experience in a, professional office, or finance related area.
- Preference may be given to higher grades earned in CPA PEP prerequisite accounting courses.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- General knowledge of Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) standards.
- Preference for knowledge of public sector accounting standards (PSAS) and Canadian auditing standards (CAS).
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to prepare and review reports and documents ensuring accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on solutions.
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