Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior Audit Advisor, Internal Audit is responsible for assisting the Internal Audit team in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of CN's governance, risk management, and internal control.

Main Responsibilities

Manage audit projects to mitigate CN's business risks

Plan and develop audit programs and perform audit projects based on a risk assessment approach

Evaluate system risks, controls, and residual exposure for existing systems and processes

Identify opportunities for improvement designed to add value and improve the organization's operations

Provide accurate, timely, clear, and concise audit results to Management

Develop action plans with Management that remedy the risks in an acceptable time frame

Follow-up and report progress on achieving strategic goals and objectives defined in the Management Action Plan

Improve the audit process through innovation

Keep abreast of new auditing techniques and technologies

Perform testing of key controls over financial reporting

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress. The role requires occasional travel (less than 25%).

Requirements

Experience

Internal Audit

Between 3 to 5 years of experience in internal audit in a medium- to large-sized organization

Education/Certification/Designation

Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting


Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation


Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment

Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity

Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience

Initiates and drives organizational changes to strengthen the corporate control environment and enable business transformation

Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done

Applies the internal audit approach and methodologies to meet performance expectations

Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance

Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes

Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of auditing procedures Knowledge of risk assessment, internal control frameworks (COSO), I&T, data analysis, and auditing standards, guidelines, and procedures

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Visio)

Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Procedures (SAP) Business Object

Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)


Knowledge of information technology audit procedures (Information Technology General Controls)

Ability to analyze and evaluate computer systems, transactions and processes, controls and processesAny knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.


At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's

safest

, most

inclusive

and

sustainable

railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at

cnrecruitment@cn.ca

.


As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.


CN is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.