Senior Auditor **AMENDMENT in Process Intent**

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We will accept applications on-line only.

All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line.

Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.

To submit an application on-line, please select the button “Apply Online” below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions with various language requirements (English essential, Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB) and various tenures within Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and the public service (indeterminate, term, deployment, acting, secondment or assignment).

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in accounting, finance, business or public administration, economics, commerce or some other specialty relevant to the position or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience
-Recent* and significant** experience in the participation of at least two phases of internal audit engagements (planning, conduct or reporting).
-Recent* and significant** experience in contributing to the writing of internal audit documents in at least three (3) of the following: terms of reference, audit engagement plan, audit program, risk assessment, audit findings sheet or audit report.
-Recent* and Significant** experience in developing effective working relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders.

*“Recent experience” is defined as within the last 5 years.
** “Significant experience” is defined as depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 2 or more consecutive years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Various Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB and English Essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
-Knowledge of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s mandate and key priorities.
-Knowledge of Treasury Board of Canada Internal Audit Policy, Directive and Standards.
-Knowledge of internal audit concepts and techniques.

Abilities
-Ability to communicate effectively orally
-Ability to communicate effectively in writing
-Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
-Analytical thinking

Personal Suitabilities:
-Teamwork
-Initiative
-Reliability
-Judgement
-Flexibility

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Education:
Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in accounting, finance, business or public administration, economics, commerce or some other specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or a recognized professional accounting designation (i.e., CPA-CA, CPA-CMA, CGAP, CISA or CPA-CGA) or Certified Fraud Examiner.

Asset Experience:
-Recent* and significant** experience in using audit working paper software such as TeamMate.
-Experience in participating in the development of risk-based audit plans.
-Experience in using ACL and/or IDEAL software.

*“Recent experience” is defined as within the last 5 years.
** “Significant experience” is defined as depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 2 or more consecutive years.

Operational Requirements:
Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.
Willingness and ability to travel on occasion.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - Secret

Other information

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview will be administered.

A test may be administered.

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent will be considered for deployment. If no deployment is made, applicants from other groups and levels will be considered in the advertised appointment process.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Please ensure you indicate your Personal Record Identifier (PRI), your substantive group and level and your employment status in your application.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required; Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.