Director of Internal Audit - #452623

Altis Recruitment is grateful to partner with our client in the Education sector to recruit a Director, Internal Audit. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Langley, BC, with a hybrid work model requiring 3 days per week on-site.

The Director, Internal Audit provides objective assurance services to senior leadership and the board through the delivery of a comprehensive, risk-based Internal Audit Plan (IAP). This role leads and manages the Internal Audit function, overseeing audits across all operations to ensure effective governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance. The Director ensures the independence of the audit function and reports regularly to the audit or finance committee.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Internal Audit team, including supervision, coaching, and performance management.
• Develop, recommend, and implement a comprehensive risk-based Internal Audit Plan.
• Oversee completion of audit engagements and track progress against the plan.
• Provide leadership in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation activities.
• Maintain and enhance audit policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Manage and report on the organization’s protected disclosures program.
• Participate in executive and committee meetings to align audit activities with organizational priorities.
• Develop and manage the Internal Audit budget; oversee outsourced audit engagements as needed.
• Ensure the independence of the Internal Audit function and report on compliance matters annually.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across departments.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Professional designation required (e.g. CIA, CPA, CA, CMA, CGA); must be in good standing.
• 10+ years of finance experience, including 5+ years of management experience in internal or external audit, ideally with exposure to the public sector or similar complex, regulated environments.
• Experience in complex and/or unionized environments.
• Experience working with boards and audit or finance committees.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills at all levels of an organization.
• In-depth knowledge of audit standards, risk-based audit planning, governance, and compliance.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters, with strong conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to travel between work sites as required.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.