Senior Internal Auditor

The Opportunity:

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Planning and executing a variety of unique and challenging engagements within expected timelines.
• Documenting findings clearly in working papers and preparing draft audit and advisory reports.
• Meaningfully participating in presenting engagement findings to senior management.
• Working with senior management to gain alignment and ensuring action plans address issues.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of internal audit processes and internal control matters.

• Supporting the CEO/CFO Certification (“C3”) operational effectiveness assessments of internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures by ensuring the timely completion of C3 testing activities as performed by various stakeholders across MLF and independent testing completed by internal audit team.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the C3 program, providing recommendations for improvement to the C3 Steering Committee.

• Build strong relationships with management through partnerships and collaboration.
• Providing timely updates, efficient execution of the engagement, and understanding the area of the business being reviewed.
• Build a reputation of being a trusted business advisor to MLF management teams through providing useful, credible, timely, business-relevant, and independent insights.     
• Contribute to a team culture of high-performance by demonstrating a relentless commitment to excellence while expecting the same from everyone on the team.

What You’ll Bring:

• Desire to build a career.
• Results orientated high performer.
• Personable, engaging and relationship builder.
• Always a positive and professional attitude.
• Focus on continuous learning and improvement.
• Proactive, organized and deadline driven.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to solve challenges independently.
• Strong project management skills.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Information Technology / SAP knowledge is an asset.
• Willingness to travel (about 15-20%), as required.
• CPA, CA, or MBA is required – CIA and CISA designations would be an advantage.
• 2-3 years of Big 4 experience in audit/assurance (internal audit experience is preferred).

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.
The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.  In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan. 
Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.