Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Risk

Posted 23 days ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Richmond, BC

Salary

dollar sign 133,880 to 167,350 per year

Job Description

This is a rare opportunity for a senior audit and risk professional to build and shape a modern internal audit and enterprise risk function within a complex and highly visible organization. The role offers meaningful exposure to executive leadership, the ability to influence organizational strategy and governance, and the chance to make a lasting impact on accountability, risk management, and operational effectiveness.

Who – The Company:
A well-established municipal organization serving a diverse and growing community, with a strong focus on accountability, service delivery, and operational excellence. Offers a collaborative, public-sector environment where professionals can directly influence processes and improve outcomes across the organization.

What- The Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to build and lead a modern internal audit and risk function within a complex and highly visible organization. The role offers the chance to influence organizational performance, strengthen governance and accountability, and partner closely with senior leadership on enterprise-wide risk and audit initiatives.

Develop and implement a multi-year, risk-based internal audit plan
Lead financial, operational, compliance, and performance audits across the organization
Oversee the ongoing development of enterprise risk management and fraud risk management programs
Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations and insights to senior leadership and executive stakeholders
Partner with leadership teams to identify, assess, and manage organizational risks
Strengthen internal controls, governance practices, and organizational accountability
Collaborate with external auditors and partner agencies on audit and risk-related initiatives
Guide and support the work of the Risk Manager and Manager, Business Advisory Services
Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, continuous improvement, and responsible financial management
Support organizational decision-making through strategic risk and audit advisory services

Who - The Candidate:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, CRMA, or CFE required; graduate degree considered an asset
7–10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, compliance, or fraud risk management
Municipal or public sector experience considered a strong asset
Strong understanding of internal controls, governance, enterprise risk management, and audit practices
Proven ability to lead complex audits and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to navigate complex environments with professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment

How much:
$133,880 - $167,350 commensurate with experience, + a robust overall compensation package including 4 weeks vacation, additional week off between December 25th – New Years, extended health, pension plan. Monday - Friday, 8:15am-5pm. Compressed work week schedule resulting in every other Friday off. Onsite for the first 6 months with the option of 1 remote day/week thereafter.

Where:
Richmond, BC

When & How To Apply:
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