Senior Internal Auditor

Memorial University of Newfoundland (Memorial) is one of Canada’s top 10 comprehensive universities, with programs across Newfoundland and Labrador and online. Consistently placing in the top 10 comprehensive universities in Canada and the top 20 overall, Memorial is built on a real commitment to students, to learning, and to making a difference. Our students, researchers, staff, and community partners are tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

Memorial’s Office of Internal Audit serves as an independent, objective assurance and advisory function for University operations. It helps Memorial achieve its strategic objectives by working with management, the Executive, and the Board of Regents to solve challenges and mitigate risks. The Senior Internal Auditor applies a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating risk management, control, and governance processes.

DUTIES

• Under the guidance and direction of the Director of Internal Audit, the Senior Internal Auditor conducts assurance and advisory engagements across organizational and functional units in accordance with the Office of Internal Audit’s risk-based annual engagement plan.
• Conducting assurance and advisory engagements in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and the Office of Internal Audit’s Charter.
• Participating in risk assessment activities and the development of the annual engagement plan.
• Conducting focused research to support risk-based audit planning and fieldwork.
• Developing audit programs and testing procedures.
• Conducting interviews collaboratively and professionally, using effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Performing substantive testing, analytical procedures, and other audit procedures to obtain sufficient evidence to support conclusions on engagement objectives.
• Preparing, organizing, and maintaining audit files to ensure compliance with The Institute of Internal Auditors’ IPPF.
• Preparing concise, well-written audit reports and related communications that are consistent with professional standards and the Office of Internal Audit’s methodology.
• Developing practical recommendations in discussion with management to support realistic actions that improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conducting recommendation follow-up procedures to monitor management’s actions to address audit findings and validate implementation status.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience (3-5 years) in an auditing or risk management environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business with a focus on finance or accounting.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Certified Internal Auditor designation or willingness to pursue a CIA designation.
• Comprehensive research skills including literature review and benchmarking analysis.
• Knowledge of risk management, governance, and controls.
• Ability to be objective, demonstrate professional judgment and maintain a diplomatic approach.
• Experience collaborating with a wide range of individuals in an effective, friendly manner.
• Experience with data analytics and data visualization involving large, complex datasets.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to write clear, logical, insightful, fact-based memos, reports and briefing notes.
• Sound independent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of public sector practices and processes would be an asset.

SALARY

$74,288 - $96,297 per annum (Management and Professional)

CLOSING DATE

November 9, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST

Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.