Auditor

**Auditor**:
**Location: Hybrid - Kingston or York Mills / Greater Toronto Area**

The Audit Services team is growing at Empire Life and as a result we’re looking to hire Auditors to join the existing team This is a great opportunity to join a growing team while being provided the opportunity to make an impact. As an Auditor, you will conduct assessments of internal controls, risk assessments, reviews of risk areas, monitoring internal compliance. You will be responsible for performing moderately complex internal audits as part of the internal audit plan including the development of scope, performing procedures, and preparation of reports. The incumbent is guided by defined goals and objectives and works under the moderate supervision of the Manager, Audit Services.

**Why pursue this opportunity**
- **Play an integral role**:

- this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.**The opportunity**:

- collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.**What you’ll be working on**
- Perform internal audits determining objective and scope and raise identified issues to management for remediation- Perform internal control testing, evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and raise identified issues to management for remediation- Ensure assigned testing is complete in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and guidelines; according to the schedule using data analytics and automation- Produce high quality documentation on a timely basis for audit management and external auditors- Identify opportunities to improve economy, efficiency and effectiveness of business processes and make recommendations to senior management- Collaborate with senior management in the follow-up of open and past due internal audit findings- Act as a coach/mentor for junior or temporary employees- Work on projects as required- Develop and maintain productive relationships with Empire Life employees/management- Attend and participate in continuing professional education classes and training courses
- Ensures compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

**What we’re looking for you to have**:

- Completion of college/university with specialization in audit, financial and managerial accounting or a combination of education and work experience
- 0-3+ years work experience in auditing or a related field
- Familiarity with data analytics and data visualization (power bi, python)
- Knowledge of internal control techniques and internal audit procedures
- Knowledge of contract interpretation
- CPA and/or CIA designation or in progress
- Strong verbal and written communications skills, and ability to present information clearly to a diverse audience
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders**Beyond the salary**:
For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:
- Competitive salaries with annual pay increases- Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions- Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions- A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account- Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.- Four weeks annual vacation from hire date- A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching- Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave- Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
- A cash employee referral program

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