Internal Auditor

Company Description

Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. Our purpose-based platform HUMANATURE and philosophy that humans are a part of nature and nature is a part of us informs everything we do. From the materials we use to the products we make, everything is meticulously crafted and built to last. At Canada Goose we endure any condition, observe every detail, and take the long view in order to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm.

Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

**Job Description**:
The Internal Auditor is an exciting role that provides work variety through execution of internal audit activities including operational reviews, enterprise risk management, loss prevention and SOX compliance. Our work provides team members with an opportunity to be actively mentored, well rounded and uniquely positioned to pursue long-term career paths within Internal Audit, Finance or other departments. The Internal Auditor will be responsible for the planning, execution and reporting of internal audit reviews within the financial, operational, commercial and technology areas of the business.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Plan and scope internal audit reviews, including utilization of data analytics techniques, to focus our efforts on key risks to the organization
- Execute internal audit reviews, including developing process documentation (e.g. flow chart, narrative, and risk and control matrix) and audit procedures designed to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs and controls established to mitigate risks
- Present the results of internal audit reviews to management, including practical and cost-effective recommendations for issues identified, during closing meetings
- Draft internal audit reports for review by the manager, internal audit or above
- Partner with management to determine appropriate remediation steps and ensure corrective action is carried out
- Perform testing on design and operating effectiveness of controls to support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 assessment of compliance including, reporting of audit results and issues, and coordinating the remediation and closing of all identified control gaps though working with management and company personnel to achieve practical compliance solutions
- Evaluate control deficiencies, significant deficiencies and/or material weaknesses
- Monitor changes in business processes, information systems, management and operations, and coordinate with functional staff to ensure ERM is up to date and appropriately reflected in scope of work
- Work with external auditors to ensure audits and related projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner
- Present audit findings to senior management, executives, Internal Controls and external auditors
- Maintain effective relationships with the business and provide process improvement recommendations
- Other related duties and required or assigned

**About You**:

- University degree in Business/Accounting
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designations in progress or completed
- 2+ years of professional accounting experience including public practice and/or working in publicly traded companies
- Strong technical internal controls compliance skills
- Experience working in companies owned by private equity firms or publicly traded companies
- Experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management
- Experience in working with COSO framework
- Experience with Bill 198 and/or SOX certification
- Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Proven project management skills
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; able to influence and engage across the organization by building collaborative relationships with diverse groups
- Advance knowledge of MS Office and Excel
- ERP experience with MS Dynamics 365 and AuditBoard an asset
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
- Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures