The Boyd Group

Director, Internal Audit

Winnipeg, Manitoba Full time
Winnipeg, Manitoba

We put our team members first. You’ll receive a great salary and benefits, and experience the support and opportunity you deserve. You’re empowered to make decisions. You control your future.

Job Description:

The Director, Internal Audit is responsible for reviewing and assessing risks as well as developing, executing, concluding and reporting on the functioning of internal controls in place to mitigate those risks.

This role can sit in either of our Winnipeg, MB or Elmhurst, IL corporate offices with a preference of Winnipeg.

Key Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

  • Perform risk assessment, develop, execute, conclude and report on the functioning of internal controls and disclosure controls and procedures to support the annual and interim CEO and CFO Certifications (52-109 Certifications).

  • Prepare written reports providing conclusions based on audit results and make practical recommendations for corrective action when appropriate.

  • Provide reports to management on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control structure along with practical recommendations to improve the effectiveness and/or efficiency of a control or process.

  • Liaise with various departments in the identification and investigation of issues within the Company, providing appropriate follow-up as required with key process owners.

  • Discuss and resolve audit issues and recommendations with management.

  • Provide assistance to the external auditors to facilitate the performance of effective audits.

  • Member of the risk and sustainability committee and responsible for assisting with preparation for and documentation of meetings.

Other Expectations

  • Assist with the creation of a WOW culture of efficiency, accuracy and continuous process improvement with a high level integrity and respect for staff

  • Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, franchisees, and others in a courteous and professional manner.

  • Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.

  • Conform with all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment.

  • Assists executives and/or senior directors in defining organizational goals and strategic plans.

Education and/or Experience Required

  • CPA Designation

  • 10+ Years Audit Experience

  • 5+ years leading / managing a team

  • CIA or CISA designation an asset

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Minimum of seven to ten years of accounting experience including experience in process documentation, risk assessment, audit planning/execution and report writing

  • Experience working in a high performance team environment

  • Focus on attention to detail

  • Problem resolution skills dealing with multiple parties

  • Strong communication skills across many levels of the organization

Other Requirements

  • Ability to travel between Canada and the US as required.

  • Experience working with Workiva and/or Workday applications

 Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.  

AI Disclosure Statement:
At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Compensation Details:

Additional Job Description

$170,000 - $220,000 / Year

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience. 

Supplemental Pay: 

This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.