Internal Auditor II- (SOX) – SAP S/4HANA Transformation

Location: Remote, Canada

Duration: Fixed-Term Contract Department: Risk Management Reports To: Manager, Internal Audit (SOX)

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor II or Senior Internal IT Auditor to support a major SAP S/4HANA transformation initiative. This is an exciting opportunity for an audit professional with strong SOX compliance, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), and process controls expertise to play a key role in a large-scale ERP implementation. Working within a high-performing governance and compliance team, you will help ensure future-state business processes, controls, and documentation align with SOX requirements and industry best practices. You will collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, IT, Project Management, and Business Operations to assess control design, identify risks, and strengthen the organization's control environment throughout the SAP transformation journey.

Key Responsibilities

Review and assess the design and effectiveness of controls documented within Process Definition Documents (PDDs), flowcharts, and related process documentation. Ensure documentation meets organizational standards for quality, accuracy, completeness, and SOX compliance. Conduct process walkthroughs and control validation sessions with key stakeholders to support the development and maintenance of process documentation and Risk & Control Matrices (RCMs). Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive Risk & Control Matrices, including identification and validation of financial and operational risks. Provide subject matter expertise on SOX compliance, internal controls, and control design best practices. Ensure controls are appropriately aligned with financial reporting risks, regulatory requirements, and internal control frameworks. Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and automation opportunities, recommending practical improvements. Collaborate with project teams to develop remediation plans and sustainable solutions for control deficiencies and compliance issues. Partner with business leaders, project teams, IT specialists, and external advisors to support successful ICFR documentation throughout the SAP S/4HANA implementation.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, SOX Compliance, Risk Advisory, or Internal Controls environments. Hands-on experience assessing business processes and internal control frameworks. Experience supporting or auditing large-scale ERP implementations, preferably SAP S/4HANA. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proven ability to engage effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to identify process risks, challenge existing practices, and recommend value-added improvements. Experience working independently and collaboratively within fast-paced project environments. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional designation such as CPA, CA, CIA, or equivalent. Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks including COSO and COBIT. Experience with process documentation, flowcharting, and process mining tools such as Signavio. Familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., Claude, Copilot, or similar platforms). Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA business processes and controls.

Ideal Candidate

You are a proactive audit professional who thrives in complex transformation environments. You bring a strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls, enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and can translate complex business processes into well-designed, compliant control frameworks. Your ability to identify risks, drive process improvements, and influence business decisions will make you a trusted advisor throughout this critical transformation program. Keywords: Internal Auditor, Senior Internal Auditor, SOX, ICFR, SAP S/4HANA, Risk & Controls, RCM, COSO, COBIT, ERP Implementation, Compliance, Governance, Audit, Finance Transformation, Risk Management, CPA, CIA.