Audit associate Jobs in Surrey, BC

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $110,000.00 to $120,600.00 annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: Yes
Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

Leads the strategy, implementation, and ongoing management of compliance audit programs that support the organization’s strategic vision and core values. This includes overseeing Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Section 302 and 404 testing, new compliance audit programs as they arise, conducting regulatory compliance reviews, and performing risk-based audits across gas and electric utilities as well as non-regulated business areas. This position plays a critical role in strengthening internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mitigating organizational risk.

In this role, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the organization’s compliance audit programs, including the annual SOX Sections 302 and 404 testing, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, governance frameworks (COSO/COBIT), and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and develop internal and external audit resources, collaborating closely with external auditors to assess risks, identify control deficiencies, and support remediation while ensuring audit documentation meets PCAOB standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing audit methodologies, leveraging technology and data analytics, and improving processes and automation to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the compliance and internal audit function.
• Perform and lead a wide range of internal audits to assess the design, effectiveness, and efficiency of internal controls, financial reporting integrity, and business processes.
• Prepare and contribute to clear, concise, and high quality audit reports that communicate risks, findings, and practical recommendations to management.
• Act as a trusted business partner by presenting audit results, monitoring action plans, providing internal control advisory support, and participating in special projects while maintaining audit independence.
• Lead, coach, and develop internal audit staff and oversee external consultants, ensuring audits are executed to professional standards, best practices are applied, and a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement is maintained.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field from an accredited post secondary institution plus a minimum of 5 years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, including demonstrated leadership in guiding teams or projects within financial or audit functions.
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (or recognized equivalent) and/or Certified Internal Auditor designation (CIA) certificate.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.
• A minimum of 2-3 years experience leading or overseeing a SOX compliance program
• Strong knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in implementing, and ongoing auditing of, Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 302 and Section 404.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) in Canada and US GAAP or IFRS.
• Strong knowledge of the COSO framework for the review of financial reporting, operational efficiency, and compliance, as well as the COBIT framework for Information Technology General Controls
• Knowledge of, and experience in, power and natural gas utilities is an asset.
• Proven leadership skills complemented by exceptional communication and analytical abilities.

In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the page for additional information.

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