Internal Audit Specialist

Posted: January 3, 2025 
Closing Date:  January 15, 2025 
Position Type: Permanent 
Union: Exempt (MP) 

PEOPLE. That's the power behind ENMAX Corporation. As one of Alberta's leading energy and utility providers, our employees are the strength and knowledge that continue to drive our success. At the ENMAX group of companies, we look for energy solutions for today; while knowing we have the power to provide for a better tomorrow. 

As the Internal Audit Specialist, you will support the Internal Audit team to provide independent, objective assurance and advice to assist Management and the Audit Committee in fulfilling their risk management, internal control and governance requirements from an IT, operational and financial audit perspective. 

This role will be focused on IT audits for the first 1-2 years with the possibility to cross over into other operational or financial audits in the future.  

Major Responsibilities: 

• Lead risk-based audits of IT, operational, financial, and compliance areas pursuant to the annual Internal Audit plan as well as complete ad hoc requests by management 

• Accountable for the complete audit cycle including risk assessment, planning, fieldwork and reporting 

• Identify audit issues in key risk areas across the IT, operational and financial environment and contribute to problem analysis and the development of practical solutions to improve 

• Develop fact-based, concise and well written audit reports and working papers that clearly explain and support issues, implications and recommendations 

• Present the audit report to management ensuring findings and recommendations for improvement are clearly communicated and supported 

• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders throughout the audit, including in-person meetings and written communications 

• Perform design and effectiveness testing on the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”) program/follow up on remediation as required 

• Assist with the tracking and reporting of program status/management actions for identified issues and reporting for Executive Management as needed 

• Promote good governance and internal control awareness within the company through continual communication within the day-to-day operations with various stakeholders 

• Conduct research and analysis of technical and best-practice standards, assist with audit automation and data analytics. 

• Participate in the annual audit planning process, including meetings with leadership to obtain information on risks, challenges and priorities and in the development of the Annual Internal Audit Plan 

Education Required:  

• University degree in one or more core competency disciplines (information technology, accounting/finance, engineering or other relevant program) 

• Professional designation or in the process of completing (CISA preferred, CRISC, CISSP, CPA, CIA)  

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 5 years of progressive external/internal audit experience, including at least 3 years of internal audit in IT audit/compliance, operations or similar experience required  

• Strong data analytics skills using Advanced Excel, Microsoft Power BI, or other tools 

• Experience in risk management 

• Experience with testing ITGCs and performing IT audits 

• Knowledge of and experience in the regulated utility industry considered a strong asset 

• Experience working in a large ERP environment 

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Power Point, Excel, Sharepoint) 

Competencies: 

• Strong project management and organizational skills and an attention to detail in all areas of work 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships with peers and across the organization 

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills  

• High level of personal accountability and integrity with the ability to work alone or on a team to achieve objectives 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

ENMAX Values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Agility, Innovation 

Location: This role will be part of our hybrid (home and office) work force with office workspace located at ENMAX Place (141 - 50th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB). You will work from home on Mondays and Fridays and in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday. 

Note:  

• If we can provide an accommodation or adjustment to make the process more accessible for you, please let us know. ENMAX welcomes all qualified applicants to apply and is committed to a safe and respectful workplace. It is our aim to have a workplace which is inclusive and values safety, diversity, personal integrity, respect for individual differences, and encourages ownership and accountability for our actions. 

• Every ENMAX employee is responsible to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, of all other workers, and of the public.  Each employee must become familiar with safety procedures and rules applicable to their job and are required to follow them while working at ENMAX. 

• Must be legal to work in Canada and requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.  Two pieces of valid Government issued ID will be required.  

Please visit our careers page to learn more about other opportunities at ENMAX Corporation. 

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