Internal Audit Manager (Permanent)
Top Benefits
About the role
Requisition number
SCHII00071
Job Category
Support Staff
Posting Start Date
Jul 2, 2025
Posting End Date
Jul 16, 2025
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
TDSB Head Office
Geographic Location
Toronto
Panel Type
Not Applicable
Working at the TDSB
Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them to achieve success.
The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.
Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
Job Description
SCH II-25-2063NE
Internal Audit Manager
1 - Permanent Position
Business Services
Schedule II, Level 9
(Non-Union - 12 Months)
$116,168 - $139,385
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.
Overall Purpose
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Internal Audit Manager will supervise, develop, implement an annual audit plan that ensures key areas of risk are being reviewed at both a central and school level.
The Internal Audit Manager will:
- Develop and maintain an audit program to ensure that schools are reviewed on a regular basis;
- Oversee and/or conduct investigations and financial reviews based on areas of risk and make necessary recommendations for improvements;
- Assess and test the efficiency and effectiveness of system processes and controls;
- Work with the Internal Audit Team to develop an annual audit plan for the department to address risk areas within the Board;
- Perform confidential forensic audits for schools, central departments and programs as required;
- Provide guidance and assistance to managers concerning business processes and budget matters;
- Assist managers/principals in identifying and mitigating risks in the their respective departments/school; and
Provide support to the Audit Committee.
Summary of Duties
- Formulate and execute TDSB internal audit plan, long and short term strategies related to financial and operational compliance;
- Recommend measures to ensure effective internal control systems and procedures are in place;
- Provide leadership and supervision of the day to day operations of the Internal Audit Management department including hiring, motivating, identifying staffing and training needs and conducting performance evaluations;
- Establish clearly defined performance objectives, performance measurements, monitoring performance of functions and taking corrective actions as required;
- Organize and allocate resources to effect plans; directing work-plan activities, shape stakeholders’ expectations to ensure plans are met; and, evaluate section performance and adjusting the delivery of services to remain responsive to system needs;
- Review financial policies and procedures of the Board and provide recommendations on improvements;
- Prepare guidelines and procedures for departments and schools in accordance with relevant Ministry and Board directives;
- Prepare statistical, financial and administrative reports to support specific directives and/or recommendations;
- Work to improve public confidence and parent engagement by demonstrating that monies provided to the TDSB are safeguarded;
- Develop and review annual audit plan for schools to ensure that Board policies and procedures are being maintained;
- Oversee the selection, scope and reporting of schools for financial and enrolment audits, process reviews/investigations;
- Ensure that staff conducting audits follow standardized procedures and tests and that findings are properly documented;
- Make recommendations to strengthen business processes and practices at schools and within the board;
- Oversee the development of Internal Audit Management related training sessions to school staff (e.g. cash handling, fraud prevention, damage and loss claims process/mitigation, etc.);
- Develop, update and maintain business process documentation for use by school and central staff;
- Provide support to the Audit Committee and other external audits including updates, preparation of reports and tracking of items;
- Assist with the coordination of the Audit Committee meetings and agenda items;
- Collaborate with Regional Internal Audit Team to identify and share best practices across school boards;
- Assist with the year-end financial audit, Ministry audits and/or other external audits;
- Provide leadership on special projects as assigned by the Associate Director;
- Liaise with other school boards on financial and audit matters;
- Participate on various committees e.g. OASBO, Regional Internal Audit etc;
- Provide leadership in fostering equity and inclusiveness in the development and implementation of services; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in Commerce and Finance or Business Administration, and a professional accounting designation (CPA), with five years of progressively responsible related experience in Audit, Finance, Risk Management or similar technical areas;
- Experience in developing and conducting audit programs for operating departments;
- Understanding of budget development issues and how school boards operate both centrally and at the school level;
- Knowledge of asset management;
- Enterprise systems knowledge;
- Experience developing training materials;
- Proficient computer skills including databases, spreadsheets, financial management systems; employee information systems; wordprocessing and e-mail;
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills including report writing, presentation skills and group facilitation skills;
- Knowledge and understanding of related TDSB policies, procedures, Ministry Funding Regulations and collective agreement provisions;
- Successful supervisory experience with strong leadership, mentoring and team building skills;
- Demonstrated ability to handle matters requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality;
- Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity; and
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in a variety of situations including advising on expenditures, budget planning and data interpretation.
Special Requirements
Occasional travel required across TDSB.
Additional Information
Work Year: 12 Months
Location: 5050 Yonge Street (Wheelchair Accessible) (Hybrid Work Eligible)
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.
We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the hiring process.
The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements. Please refer to
Policy P103
(https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Detail/docId/2277)
, Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.
About Toronto District School Board
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the largest and one of the most diverse school boards in Canada, and recognized by Forbes and Statista as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2023. We serve more than 239,000 students in 582 schools throughout Toronto, and more than 100,000 lifelong learners in our Adult and Continuing Education programs.
The TDSB’s Director is supported by the Senior Team and is responsible for: • serving our students and communities • improving academic performance • managing business services • providing staff support • operating and maintaining our buildings
The Board is also supported by 22 publicly elected Trustees. Our Trustees work to ensure that all of our students realize their potential and succeed. They are advocates for education and are the voice of the public, ensuring all concerns are addressed.
Internal Audit Manager (Permanent)
Top Benefits
About the role
Requisition number
SCHII00071
Job Category
Support Staff
Posting Start Date
Jul 2, 2025
Posting End Date
Jul 16, 2025
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
TDSB Head Office
Geographic Location
Toronto
Panel Type
Not Applicable
Working at the TDSB
Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them to achieve success.
The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.
Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
Job Description
SCH II-25-2063NE
Internal Audit Manager
1 - Permanent Position
Business Services
Schedule II, Level 9
(Non-Union - 12 Months)
$116,168 - $139,385
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.
Overall Purpose
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Internal Audit Manager will supervise, develop, implement an annual audit plan that ensures key areas of risk are being reviewed at both a central and school level.
The Internal Audit Manager will:
- Develop and maintain an audit program to ensure that schools are reviewed on a regular basis;
- Oversee and/or conduct investigations and financial reviews based on areas of risk and make necessary recommendations for improvements;
- Assess and test the efficiency and effectiveness of system processes and controls;
- Work with the Internal Audit Team to develop an annual audit plan for the department to address risk areas within the Board;
- Perform confidential forensic audits for schools, central departments and programs as required;
- Provide guidance and assistance to managers concerning business processes and budget matters;
- Assist managers/principals in identifying and mitigating risks in the their respective departments/school; and
Provide support to the Audit Committee.
Summary of Duties
- Formulate and execute TDSB internal audit plan, long and short term strategies related to financial and operational compliance;
- Recommend measures to ensure effective internal control systems and procedures are in place;
- Provide leadership and supervision of the day to day operations of the Internal Audit Management department including hiring, motivating, identifying staffing and training needs and conducting performance evaluations;
- Establish clearly defined performance objectives, performance measurements, monitoring performance of functions and taking corrective actions as required;
- Organize and allocate resources to effect plans; directing work-plan activities, shape stakeholders’ expectations to ensure plans are met; and, evaluate section performance and adjusting the delivery of services to remain responsive to system needs;
- Review financial policies and procedures of the Board and provide recommendations on improvements;
- Prepare guidelines and procedures for departments and schools in accordance with relevant Ministry and Board directives;
- Prepare statistical, financial and administrative reports to support specific directives and/or recommendations;
- Work to improve public confidence and parent engagement by demonstrating that monies provided to the TDSB are safeguarded;
- Develop and review annual audit plan for schools to ensure that Board policies and procedures are being maintained;
- Oversee the selection, scope and reporting of schools for financial and enrolment audits, process reviews/investigations;
- Ensure that staff conducting audits follow standardized procedures and tests and that findings are properly documented;
- Make recommendations to strengthen business processes and practices at schools and within the board;
- Oversee the development of Internal Audit Management related training sessions to school staff (e.g. cash handling, fraud prevention, damage and loss claims process/mitigation, etc.);
- Develop, update and maintain business process documentation for use by school and central staff;
- Provide support to the Audit Committee and other external audits including updates, preparation of reports and tracking of items;
- Assist with the coordination of the Audit Committee meetings and agenda items;
- Collaborate with Regional Internal Audit Team to identify and share best practices across school boards;
- Assist with the year-end financial audit, Ministry audits and/or other external audits;
- Provide leadership on special projects as assigned by the Associate Director;
- Liaise with other school boards on financial and audit matters;
- Participate on various committees e.g. OASBO, Regional Internal Audit etc;
- Provide leadership in fostering equity and inclusiveness in the development and implementation of services; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in Commerce and Finance or Business Administration, and a professional accounting designation (CPA), with five years of progressively responsible related experience in Audit, Finance, Risk Management or similar technical areas;
- Experience in developing and conducting audit programs for operating departments;
- Understanding of budget development issues and how school boards operate both centrally and at the school level;
- Knowledge of asset management;
- Enterprise systems knowledge;
- Experience developing training materials;
- Proficient computer skills including databases, spreadsheets, financial management systems; employee information systems; wordprocessing and e-mail;
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills including report writing, presentation skills and group facilitation skills;
- Knowledge and understanding of related TDSB policies, procedures, Ministry Funding Regulations and collective agreement provisions;
- Successful supervisory experience with strong leadership, mentoring and team building skills;
- Demonstrated ability to handle matters requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality;
- Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity; and
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in a variety of situations including advising on expenditures, budget planning and data interpretation.
Special Requirements
Occasional travel required across TDSB.
Additional Information
Work Year: 12 Months
Location: 5050 Yonge Street (Wheelchair Accessible) (Hybrid Work Eligible)
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.
We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the hiring process.
The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements. Please refer to
Policy P103
(https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Detail/docId/2277)
, Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.
About Toronto District School Board
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the largest and one of the most diverse school boards in Canada, and recognized by Forbes and Statista as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2023. We serve more than 239,000 students in 582 schools throughout Toronto, and more than 100,000 lifelong learners in our Adult and Continuing Education programs.
The TDSB’s Director is supported by the Senior Team and is responsible for: • serving our students and communities • improving academic performance • managing business services • providing staff support • operating and maintaining our buildings
The Board is also supported by 22 publicly elected Trustees. Our Trustees work to ensure that all of our students realize their potential and succeed. They are advocates for education and are the voice of the public, ensuring all concerns are addressed.