Senior Internal Auditor, University Audit Services

**Description** **University Audit Services** within the **VP Finance and Services** is currently seeking a Full-time Temporary Relief **Senior Internal Auditor** for approximately 1 year. Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, the Senior Internal Auditor plays a key role in delivering the University's risk-based internal audit program. The position is responsible for independently leading and executing operational, financial, compliance, governance, and advisory engagements, providing objective assurance and insight regarding the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, and business processes across the institution. Operating within a complex and decentralized academic environment, the Senior Internal Auditor applies strong analytical, risk management, and business process assessment skills to identify opportunities for improvement and support sound decision-making. The role works closely with faculties, administrative units, research operations, and senior leadership to assess risks, strengthen controls, and promote effective governance and accountability. This position requires strong professional judgment, excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining objectivity and independence. **Summary of Key Responsibilities** (job functions include but are not limited to): * Independently lead and execute audit engagements (operational, financial, compliance, governance, and advisory engagements) from planning through reporting and follow-up. * Develop risk-based audit programs and perform interviews, process walkthroughs, control assessments, testing, and data analytics. * Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of business processes, internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management practices. * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, compliance, and stewardship of University resources. * Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit findings and recommendations. * Present audit observations and recommendations to management and facilitate productive discussions regarding action plans. * Monitor and validate the implementation of management action plans arising from audit engagements. * Escalate significant risks, control deficiencies, and emerging issues to Internal Audit leadership on a timely basis. * Build effective working relationships with administrators, faculty leadership, researchers, and business process owners across the University. * Support the development and execution of the University's annual risk-based internal audit plan. * Participate in enterprise-wide and departmental risk assessments to identify emerging risks and audit priorities. * Apply data analytics techniques to enhance audit effectiveness, efficiency, and coverage. * Analyze financial, operational, and research-related data to identify trends, anomalies, control weaknesses, and emerging risks. *