Junior Regional Internal Auditor

Directorate

Non Affiliated (PES4) In this role, reporting to the Senior Regional Internal Audit Manager (Sr. RIAM), the Junior Regional Internal Auditor for the Ontario-East Region will assist in the coordination of internal audit engagements across a portfolio of three school boards in the region. The role necessitates a deep awareness and sensitivity toward the evolving environment within school boards, communities, portfolio and province.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented professional looking to grow their career within a supportive, mission‑driven environment. Evening work and overtime would be required based on portfolio requirements.

Job Description Work closely with the Senior Regional Internal Auditor in the full audit lifecycle from annual strategic planning and risk assessment to the execution of complex financial and operational audits. Assist in the creation of the risk‑based annual internal audit plan.

Develop

Terms of Reference, draft and finalize audit programs that reflect the specific risk profile of the project for Sr. RIAM approval. Act as a primary point of contact for auditees to determine logistics and gather preliminary information.

Assist in developing data extraction queries and leveraging data analytics to inform audit focus. Execute financial, operational, and compliance audits, performing rigorous testing of controls. Maintain working paper files, ensuring all evidence meets professional auditing standards.

Identify potential project delays and proactively devise solutions to keep audits on schedule. Communicate regularly with clients and the Sr. RIAM regarding project status. Identify control deficiencies and perform thoughtful analysis to develop practical, value‑added recommendations.

Share preliminary findings with clients to ensure accuracy and foster cooperation. Draft comprehensive audit reports and coordinate with clients to obtain management answers to the recommendations and action plan. Assist in presenting audit results and consulting project insights to the Audit Committee.

Required Qualifications University Degree specializing in accounting, finance or computer science. Holds at least one professional designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CFE, MBA, etc.). Three (3) years of internal or external audit experience.

Proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint) and audit management software. Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills (oral, reading, written).

Ability to execute assigned project plans within tight project deadlines. Ability to balance multiple priorities and assignments. Displays sound judgment in assessing the significance of risks or problems.

Must be willing to travel to the nine Board locations of the Eastern Ontario Region (up to 60% of time). A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. In Addition, The Following Will Be Considered An Asset Previous school board experience.

Internal audit designation (CIA). Designation in risk management, risk assessment, information technology audit (CISA, CRM, CRMA). Working knowledge of Power BI.

Salary and Benefits

This is a permanent full‑time (1.0 FTE) position with an annual salary range of $95,098 – 103,153. A comprehensive benefits and pension plan are also available. The anticipated start date will be as soon as the recruitment process is complete.

Equal Opportunity Statement The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB actively seeks applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender‑diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

Land Acknowledgement The Ottawa Catholic School

Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.