Lead high-impact audits with Ontario's Internal Audit Division!

Consider this rewarding opportunity with the Treasury Board Secretariat's Ontario Internal Audit Division, where you will provide expertise and advice in risk management, business processes, operational effectiveness and internal controls.

Flexible work arrangements including flexible hours or compressed work week may be considered.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• conduct and/or lead a variety of complex projects in the areas of governance, compliance, financial management, special investigations, risk assessment and management

• evaluate client needs and identify consulting and education services to improve operations

• provide expertise, advice and consultation to clients on the use and evaluation of risk management and control strategies

• provide team leadership to staff and assist with technical training and coaching

• effectively manage relationships with clients and stakeholders

• prepare and review reports and other communications for senior management

Note: This position requires the ability to travel, including periodic overnight travel.

What you bring to the team

Technical expertise

You have:

• comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and audit practices and methodologies

• the ability to determine audit priorities and appropriate scope, size and sample selection

• skills and knowledge to ensure that decisions adhere to auditing and accounting principles, policies and standards

Risk assessment skills

• You have comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge of risk management frameworks and principles, practices, standards and methodologies (e.g. COSO, COBIT, Sarbanes-Oxley, Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Based Auditing, etc.)

You can:

• utilize appropriate risk assessment and management methodologies to monitor, evaluate, report risks to senior management and identify risks and adopt risk mitigation strategies

• design and implement risk assessment and quality assurance tools to meet the needs of government and external clients

Project management and leadership skills

You have:

• demonstrated project management and team leadership skills for the successful execution of audit engagements

• experience in managing or conducting multiple complex audits

You can:

• effectively manage competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and consistently meet tight deadlines within budget

• can coordinate/oversee the work of external consultants

Analytical skills

You have demonstrated:

• analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement in a multi-dimensional environment

• skills to research and analyze multiple sources of information to provide possible options and alternatives (e.g. with regards to the audit program, related risks, etc.)

• experience in data extraction and analysis of information using spreadsheets and data extraction software (such as MS Excel, IDEA, etc.)

• experience using audit software and Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook

Communication and interpersonal skills

You have:

• demonstrated communication and presentation skills, making reports clear and concise for clients

• experience preparing audit reports, recommendations, and other materials

• experience advising senior management on issues from audit findings and risk assessments

• skills in interviewing stakeholders and negotiating with senior management to identify risks and suggest corrective actions

• experience using word processing and presentation software (such as MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to help deliver these materials clearly and concisely to clients

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions

• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs

• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:

• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)

• group health, dental, life and disability benefits

• a range of vacation and leave options

• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

Additional information

Address:

• 3 English Permanent, 315 Front St W, Toronto, Toronto Region
• 1 English Permanent, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Schedule: 6

Category: Finance and Economics

Posted on: Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Note:

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• T-TB-231939/25(4)

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers , quoting Job ID 231939, by Thursday, August 14, 2025. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code .