Internal Auditor

Job ID : 7976

Working Business Language : English; this role is considered a head-office role and will be required to communicate with internal stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language utilized is English

Salary : At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees.

In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan.

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to : your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role.

The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range : $85,000- $115,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.

About Us

At Wawanesa, we're proud to offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work.

You may work from any of the following locations : Winnipeg, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Toronto, ON; Kitchener, ON;

Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC; Moncton, NB; Dartmouth; NS

The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company ("Wawanesa Mutual"), founded in 1896, is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, with over $3.

5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada.

Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,600 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate.

We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change.

To learn more visit wawanesa.com.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Job Overview

Under the direction and supervision of the Director, Operational Audits, the Internal Auditor is responsible for planning and conducting audits of operational functions to assess the adequacy of internal controls, the overall effectiveness of operations and to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex and detailed audits and advisory reviews for a variety of operational functions throughout the organization.
• Performs complex audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence and documenting processes and procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents, and prepares final working papers.
• Identifies and documents complex issues and develops recommendations using independent judgement.
• Communicates results using written reports and oral presentations to senior management.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with internal clients and various stakeholders.
• Represents Internal Audit on project teams and at management meetings.
• Assists with the development of the department's annual audit plan.
• Pursues professional development opportunities and association memberships.
• Assists with conducting special review on an ad-hoc basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director, Operational Audits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years internal or external auditing experience preferably in Property & Casualty and / or Life insurance experience.
• Professional auditing or accounting designation (CIA, CPA) considered a strong asset.
• Insurance related experience considered an asset
• Experience related to the operations of Insurance Brokerages considered an asset
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools considered an asset
• Ability to travel periodically within Canada.
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational / time management skills, including ability to meet project deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to present issues in a convincing manner.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise audit reports.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential information.

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Wawanesa is proud to be one of Manitoba's Top Employers, a Kincentric Best Employer in Canada and a Forbes Best Employer in Canada recognizing an exceptional place to work!

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