Auditor

Auditor

Location: Hybrid – Kingston or Toronto, ON

Empire Life is looking to hire an Auditor to join our Auditor Services team!

Why pursue this opportunity

• Play an integral role – an opportunity that allows you to grow your skills while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion – we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What you’ll be working on

• Assist with internal audits, determining objective and scope and financial control testing that includes assessing the design and operating effectiveness and raise identified issues to management for remediation.
• Perform internal control testing, evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and raise identified issues to management for remediation.
• Ensure assigned testing is complete in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and guidelines; according to the schedule using data analytics and automation.
• Produce high quality documentation on a timely basis for audit management and external auditors.
• Identify opportunities to improve economy, efficiency and effectiveness of business processes.
• Work on projects and conduct special investigations as required.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with Empire Life employees/management.
• Attend and participate in continuing professional education classes and training courses.
• Ensures compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

What we’re looking for you to have

• Completion of college/university with specialization in audit, financial and managerial accounting or a combination of education and work experience.
• 0–3+ years work experience in auditing or a related field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications, and basic coding.
• Knowledge of internal control techniques and internal audit procedures.
• Knowledge of contract interpretation.
• CPA and/or CIA designation or in progress.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, and ability to present information clearly to a diverse audience.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada unless otherwise indicated.

Beyond the salary

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases.
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non‑sales positions.
• A comprehensive employer‑funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account.
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date.
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching.
• Top‑up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave.
• Employer‑sponsored wellness and recognition programs.
• A cash employee referral program.

Get to know us

Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process.

We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca.

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