Senior Internal Auditor

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

Salary Range: $83,347 - $104,178 per year

1.0 FTE Permanent

The Simcoe County District School Board is the host board for this position in the Barrie Region which consists of the following Ontario school boards: Simcoe County DSB (host), Bluewater DSB, Bruce-Grey Catholic DSB, Durham Catholic DSB, Durham District DSB, Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB, Peterborough VNC Catholic DSB, Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB, Trillium Lakelands DSB. Reporting directly to the Regional Internal Audit Manager of the region, the Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for the planning, execution and reporting of risk based internal audits of varying complexity for the school boards within the region. Travel within the region required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree and a professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) and/or internal audit designation (CIA) are required;
• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant work experience conducting financial and operational risk-based internal audits;
• Knowledge of IIA standards, accounting principles, practices, and audit methodologies;
• Excellent research, problem solving and analytical skills;
• Effective time management and organizational skills;
• Proven leadership and change management skills;
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated computer skills (including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and audit software);
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with colleagues, external auditors, and other internal and external stakeholders;
• The candidate is a detailed and results oriented individual with the ability to prioritize and multi-task with minimal supervision;
• Knowledge of the school board sector, CAATS and experience in IT audits would be an asset;
• Other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading, planning and executing risk based operational reviews, internal audits, and consulting engagements for an assigned group of Schools Boards’ within the Barrie Region;
• Preparing and presenting the Regional Internal Audit update to Audit Committees as well as responding to queries regarding planned work across the region, audit reports and findings;
• Documenting, testing, and evaluating the internal controls of the schools boards within the region;
• Performing risk assessments;
• Preparing audit working papers to document findings and conclusions;
• Preparing draft audit reports;
• Contributing to the development and improvements to audit methodology and templates;
• Analyzing, resolving, and reporting on complex issues as they arise;
• Participating in special projects as requested by the Regional Internal Audit Manager, school Board Management and/or Audit Committees. This includes in-service/presentation of audit results to all levels of the school board;
• The successful candidate must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation and be willing to travel to the listing of below school boards.

The Barrie Region includes the following district school boards (DSB):

• Bluewater DSB

• Bruce-Grey DSB

• Durham Catholic DSB

• Durham DSB

• Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB

• Peterborough VNC Catholic DSB

• Simcoe County DSB (host board)

• Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB

• Trillium Lakelands DSB

This position works 12 months of the year. The compensation range for this position is $83,347 to $104,178 per year. This position also receives an annual stipend in the amount of $5,000 per year. This position is based on a thirty-five (35) hour work week.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees, even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position through the Apply to Education (ATE) website at Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. August 15, 2025. Cover letters may be addressed to Jeff Henderson, Regional Internal Audit Manager.

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We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

June 27, 2025 OA-13 ATE # 3962617