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Senior Internal Auditor – Corporate Accounting in Montreal, QC

Senior Internal Auditor Job Description

The senior internal auditor plays a critical role in protecting the financial integrity of an organization in Canada by providing independent assurance over the corporate accounting function. This role leads and manages complex internal audit projects, identifies and assesses risks within accounting processes, and makes recommendations for control improvements.

Typical senior internal auditor duties:

Lead and manage the execution of internal audit projects within the corporate accounting area, ensuring adherence to internal audit methodology and professional standards (e.g., International Standards on Auditing). Develop and refine comprehensive audit programs tailored to specific corporate accounting processes (e.g., revenue recognition, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting). Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks and control weaknesses within assigned audit areas. Prepare comprehensive internal audit reports outlining identified risks, control weaknesses, and potential consequences for the organization. Present audit findings to management in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, fostering collaboration and driving impactful change.

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Salary for Senior Internal Auditor – Corporate Accounting in Montreal, QC
95880 - 131580
25th percentile
95880
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
113475
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
131580
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Chief Audit Executive/Vice President, Internal Audit/Internal Audit Director 154530 195075 238425 Manager of Internal Audit – Corporate Accounting 112710 134385 148665 Internal Auditor, 0-3 Years' Experience – Corporate Accounting 73950 83895 93840

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