Auditor, Internal Audit

Auditor, Internal Audit  (Non-Union)

Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid

Status: This position is to fill a current vacancy

At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness?

The Auditor, Internal Audit, plays a key role in supporting the Director, Internal Audit, to ensure that adequate controls are in place and operating effectively across the company. This position focuses on operational, financial, compliance, reputation, and strategic management, including executing annual audits and preparing draft audit reports for management review and finalization.

What you'll do

Audit Execution and Reporting

• Coordinate and perform internal audits, reviews, or special engagements, including preparation of final audit reports and recommendations.
• Execute work plans as established by the approved Internal Audit annual plan.
• Prepare semi-annual reports related to outstanding audit recommendations for senior management review.

Technical Expertise and Process Improvement:

• Provide technical expertise in the planning, design, and implementation of projects and key initiatives.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance internal controls, processes, and risk mitigation plans.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to streamline or automate processes to continuously improve service delivery.

Quality Assurance and Collaboration:

• Assist the Director, Internal Audit, in maintaining a quality assurance and improvement program (QAIP) to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the Internal Audit function.
• Liaise with staff and management across departments, and with representatives from external organizations to share information and enhance processes.

Compliance and Asset Management:

• Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the enterprise's internal controls and performance quality in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Review systems and programs established to ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and contracts.
• Review methods for safeguarding assets and verify their existence.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist external auditors with audits, reviews, or special engagements as required.

Corporate Values and Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra's core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives

Who you are

Education & Technical Knowledge

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing completion.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation or actively pursuing completion.
• Ability to work in multiple locations.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and related auditing standards.
• Awareness of emerging trends and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with the Ontario deregulated electricity market.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of IT systems and computerized audit techniques.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years of experience in an audit, preferably internal audit, role.
• Experience in a senior accounting and financial capacity.
• Experience in a unionized utility environment is an asset.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and innovative solutions to complex technical issues.
• Excellent written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively and gain the support and confidence of senior management.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license.

Where you will work

Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here's why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team's future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
  • Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
  • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our "Disconnect from Work" policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work environment (if applicable): Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we'd love to hear from you Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability during the process, please contact . We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship. 

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment 

At Alectra, we're committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.