Job Description

Reports To: Senior Manager, Internal AuditPosition Summary: The Internal Audit (IA) team at CAPREIT provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services in relation to processes and controls to assist the business in meeting its objectives. As a member of the Internal Audit team, you will be responsible for conducting internal audits and advisory services with a focus on key strategic business processes and risks in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards. You will have the opportunity to work on risk-based audit engagements, such as property (site) audits, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting controls and cybersecurity. Collaborating with first and second-line business functions across the company to assess and enhance internal controls will also be a key aspect of your role. Additionally, you will provide valuable insights and recommendations to management and stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory requirements.CAPREIT is an approved Chartered Professional Accountant Training Office (\xe2\x80\x9cApproved Training Office\xe2\x80\x9d) if you are working towards a CPA designation.Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, plan and conduct internal audits in strategic areas of the business, in accordance with IIA standards and IA requirements, including:

• Audit planning (e.g., walkthroughs, risk assessment, planning memo, design audit procedures).
• Execution of audit procedures.
• Identify and discuss audit findings/observations with management.
• Compile audit report summarizing audit results, findings, and recommendations; and
• Follow up with management for timely completion of management action plans.
• Interact with management in all areas of the business as it relates to processes and internal controls.
• Assist in the evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of key business, financial and information technology controls.
• Contribute to internal audit\xe2\x80\x99s risk assessment as needed, and how they impact the focus of internal audit\xe2\x80\x99s plan for risk-based audit engagements.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in business processes and more efficient audit practices.
• Assist where required with special reviews or projects requested by the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees or management.
• Contribute to the training, professional development, and support of junior staff as well as management trainees/summer students/co-source partners.

• Assist with the review of work performed on tests of controls or other audit engagements, as required throughout the year.
• Limited travel within Canada may be necessary.
• Carry out work activities in a hybrid environment with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office currently.

• Three to five years of experience in an Audit/Internal Controls environment or a combination of accounting and auditing experience surrounding operational and financial controls.
• Possess or are working towards the CPA or CIA designations.
• Experience in documenting systems and processes and the ability to conceptualize and identify key controls.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop clear and concise audit working papers.
• Possess the ability to exercise professional judgment and communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders and IA team.
• Ability to work independently to complete quality audit engagements within set timelines, while also ensuring timely updates to the manager regarding project progress.
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills especially in high pressure environment, under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Yardi, data analytics and GRC applications (e.g. Workiva or AuditBoard) would be an asset.
• Supervisory experience would be an asset.
• Experience in real estate and/or operational-based audits would be an asset.
• Ability to work overtime during busy periods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

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