Job Description

Overview

Are you passionate about auditing and keen to evaluate and contribute to the improvement of governance, risk management, and internal controls? We are looking for a temporary Senior Internal Auditor to join our dynamic internal audit team who strives to be a source of assistance in the performance of a variety of internal audit functions within WorkSafeBC.

In this role, you\xe2\x80\x99ll report to the Internal Audit manager and perform or assist on a variety of assurance and consulting engagements. Periodically, you may be designated as the Auditor in Charge (AIC) for audit engagements or internal infrastructure projects.

This is a temporary opportunity with an expected end date in June 2025.

How you\xe2\x80\x99ll make a difference: You\xe2\x80\x99ll help ensure departments across WorkSafeBC are operating with acceptable risks and proper controls.

Where you\xe2\x80\x99ll work

WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

In this role, you\xe2\x80\x99ll work primarily from your B.C. home and be on-site at a minimum of once per quarter in our Richmond office or based on operational needs.

What you\'ll do

• Perform detailed risk assessments and audits or reviews, which include, developing project plans and work programs, evaluating risks and controls, providing recommendation or advice, and communicating engagement results to clients
• Present information in oral and written format to all levels of the organization
• Supervise and mentor staff and manage client relations when designated as the AIC
• Provide timely, professional service to our clients, understand and anticipate their needs, and adapt responses through creative, and engaging approaches
• Recommend, create, and implement process improvements within the Internal Audit department

Is this a good fit for you?

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who can:

• Work in a systematic and disciplined approach in accordance with department and International Professional Practices Framework (Internal Audit Standards), particularly, working paper and report writing standards
• Strive for quality and excellence and take personal accountability to ensure that your professional development plan keeps your expertise current
• Apply internal audit techniques and concepts, and have general knowledge of risk, governance, and control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Recognize and critically analyze issues, identify governance, risks and control gaps, and provide practical recommendations
• Use discretion and tact in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Explain information clearly, concisely, and accurately in both written and verbal form
• Work collaboratively and also manage conflicts
• Take direction well, and discuss feedback/constructive criticism with an open and positive attitude
• Manage time and resources efficiently so deadlines and objectives are met
• Use Microsoft Word and Excel at an intermediate level, as well as electronic working papers, flowcharting, and data analytics software

Your background and experience

• A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Commerce, Business or any related discipline or a Certified Professional Accountant designation (CPA)
• A minimum of three years of experience in internal audit or equivalent experience in a related field of business
• A certified designation of one of the following:

• A Certified Internal Auditor Designation (CIA)
• A Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Working knowledge or internal control concepts
• General knowledge of risk, governance, and control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Working knowledge of MS Office (intermediate Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with audit management software and data analytics are considered assets

We\xe2\x80\x99ll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check
• Confirm you\xe2\x80\x99re legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBC\xe2\x80\x99s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy\xe2\x80\x9d) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We\xe2\x80\x99re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What\xe2\x80\x99s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It\xe2\x80\x99s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work \xe2\x80\x94 and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Extra 4% of your salary in lieu of benefits and 4% in lieu of vacation from the day you start

Once you\xe2\x80\x99ve worked a certain number of hours (approximately 12 months), you\xe2\x80\x99ll switch to getting:

• Up to 4 weeks of vacation
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• Sick leave and long-term disability coverage

Learn more: Find out .

Salary: $43.57 \xe2\x80\x93 $54.91/hourly

Want to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email when you submit your application.

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