Senior Internal Auditor

Vancity • Vancouver, BC

13d • $86,400 - $111,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in strengthening Vancity’s governance, risk management, and internal control environment. You will lead and execute audits across a broad range of functions, including IT, credit, risk management, regulatory compliance, and governance, while providing trusted insights to senior leadership. This role is ideal for an analytical and critical thinker who thrives in complex, regulated environments and is motivated by continuous improvement and impact.

This is a Permanent, Full-time role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit Strategy and Operations. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience as an Internal Auditor, preferably within the financial or regulated services sector
• An undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Computer Science
• Experience evaluating the effectiveness of risk management practices, internal controls, and governance processes
• Strong knowledge of risk-based auditing concepts, practices, and techniques from planning through reporting
• A solid understanding of Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and related professional standards
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk at both macro and micro levels and identify control weaknesses
• Extensive knowledge of governance, risk management, and control framework methodologies
• Strong business analytical skills with the ability to understand complex processes, identify risks, and develop actionable recommendations
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills that clearly and constructively convey issues and recommendations
• Proven ability to provide technical guidance and coaching to team members
• Effective project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet timelines

Nice To Haves

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Responsibilities

• Leading and conducting audits through the full audit lifecycle in accordance with Vancity Internal Audit methodology
• Supporting and collaborating with co-sourced subject matter experts on highly technical or complex audit engagements
• Partnering with Internal Audit management to implement initiatives that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the function
• Communicating effectively with senior management on technical and audit-related matters
• Providing industry knowledge, technical expertise, and coaching to Internal Auditors to build team capability and capacity
• Identifying opportunities to optimize audit processes and methodologies in alignment with Global Internal Audit Standards
• Supporting coordination with external auditors and regulators to enable completion of their work
• Contributing to the delivery of the risk-based annual audit plan

Benefits

• Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees