Auditor - Office of the Auditor General
About The Position
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is an independent Office of Council dedicated to strengthening public trust through transparency, accountability, and objective oversight. Through value-for-money (performance), operational, financial (excluding attest), and compliance audits, the OAG provides independent assurance and identifies opportunities to improve service delivery, stewardship of public resources, and organizational effectiveness. At Peel Region, we are guided by integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and care. We are committed to fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, continuous learning is encouraged, and employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Are you passionate about accountability, public service, and driving meaningful organizational improvement? As an Auditor, you will play an important role in delivering independent, objective audits that provide valuable insights and recommendations to strengthen governance, enhance operational effectiveness, and support responsible stewardship of public resources. Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team, you will contribute to audits that examine programs, services, processes, and operations across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your analytical skills, professional judgment, and curiosity to work that creates value for Council, the organization, and the public.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- A satisfactory Level 2 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience in auditing, risk management, compliance, finance, internal controls, performance measurement, program evaluation, or a related field.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex information, identify root causes, and develop practical recommendations.
- Research & Investigation: Strong research skills and the ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
- Relationship Building: Ability to establish credibility and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Judgment & Integrity: Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, objectivity, and professional judgment.
- Planning & Organization: Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work.
- Continuous Learning: Curiosity and commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous learning, respectful collaboration, modeling inclusive behaviours, and proactively recognizing and managing bias in decision-making.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or active pursuit of a CPA designation is considered an asset.
- Experience in a public-sector, government, oversight, or accountability environment is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of value-for-money (performance) auditing principles is preferred.
- Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Excel (advanced functions), Power BI, Tableau, ACL, IDEA, or similar platforms is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the planning and execution of value-for-money (performance), operational, financial, and compliance audits.
- Assist in developing audit objectives, scope, criteria, and audit programs in accordance with approved methodologies and professional standards.
- Conduct interviews, document reviews, data analysis, and other audit procedures to gather and evaluate evidence.
- Analyze business processes, controls, risks, and performance measures to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare and maintain audit working papers that support findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Ensure audit work is completed efficiently and in accordance with established timelines and quality standards.
- Assess audit evidence and identify risks, inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Draft clear, concise, and evidence-based findings and recommendations.
- Contribute to the development of audit reports that provide practical, value-added insights.
- Support the communication and validation of findings with auditee management.
- Build effective working relationships with auditees and stakeholders throughout audit engagements.
- Participate in meetings with management to discuss audit objectives, progress, findings, and recommendations.
- Support a culture of collaboration while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the audit function.
- Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, and practices.
- Stay informed of emerging risks, industry trends, and leading practices in auditing, governance, and public-sector accountability.
- Support innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the Office of the Auditor General.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and psychological health benefits from day one
- OMERS defined-benefit pension plan
- Competitive vacation entitlement and paid personal days
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Performance-based recognition
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
