Job Description

Savaria - Better Mobility for Life

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient-care solutions, designing and manufacturing wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, residential and commercial elevators, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, and ceiling track lifts. With more than 2,400 employees and 11+ manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia, Savaria is dedicated to improving mobility and enriching lives around the world.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Controls, Risk & Governance, the Senior Internal Auditor will support and enhance the internal audit and financial-controls framework for Savaria's global group of companies. This role carries significant visibility and responsibility in an international environment, focusing on strengthening internal controls, executing financial and operational audits, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.


The Senior Internal Auditor will play a critical role in driving the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program across all business units, including documentation, scoping, testing, evaluating deficiencies, and providing guidance to management on control design and process improvements. A key component of the role involves ensuring compliance with

CSA National Instrument 52-109

, supporting Savaria's commitment to strong governance, transparency, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the company's ICFR compliance program, ensuring risks are identified, controls are well-designed, and processes operate effectively across all global locations. Plan and execute the annual ICFR cycle, including risk assessments, materiality determination, scoping, and timeline setting for Audit Committee and external audit requirements. Collaborate with regional finance, IT and operational teams to identify risks, assess control environments, and highlight areas requiring improvement. Perform detailed testing of internal controls in accordance with CSA 52-109 requirements and COSO Framework, evaluating both design and operating effectiveness. Partner with control owners to develop pragmatic remediation plans for identified deficiencies; monitor progress and validate remediation. Prepare high-quality audit reports and presentations summarizing testing results, issues, and recommendations for senior management and key stakeholders. Maintain accurate documentation of ICFR controls, including process narratives, control matrices, and testing workpapers. Proactively assess process and system changes driven by growth, acquisitions, or automation, ensuring updated controls are integrated effectively. Any other responsibilities assigned by the Management

Qualifications & Competencies

Energetic, proactive and comfortable working in a hands-on, problem-solving environment. Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; progression towards CPA designation considered an asset. Minimum 4-5 years of progressive experience in audit (public accounting, internal audit, or corporate risk functions). Experience in a senior internal audit role is an advantage. Strong understanding of internal audit standards, financial reporting controls, and risk management frameworks. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, decentralized organization and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proven experience implementing process improvements and navigating change in complex environments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to senior leadership.

Why Join Savaria?

This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven, career-oriented audit professional to contribute to a dynamic and rapidly evolving global organization. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, opportunities to shape Savaria's governance framework, and a platform to accelerate your professional growth.

Join us--and help shape both your career and Savaria's future.