As a Junior Internal Auditor, you will partner with the Corporate Controller to support audit and process improvement initiatives across the organization. This role offers exposure to a wide range of business functions, providing an excellent opportunity to develop your audit, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining valuable insight into the transportation industry. For the right candidate, this entry-level position offers significant opportunity for professional growth and career development.
Specific Responsibilities include:
- Identify and evaluate opportunities for internal audits across key business functions, including payroll, customer billing, purchasing, inventory, fuel, and tax compliance.
- Conduct audits related to GST/PST, driver pay, customer rating and invoicing, purchasing activities, inventory controls, and fuel tax programs (IRP/IFTA).
- Define audit scope, develop audit plans, and execute audits to assess compliance, accuracy, and process effectiveness.
- Analyze audit findings and provide recommendations to improve controls, processes, and operational efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on process changes impacting payroll, revenue, purchasing, and financial reporting.
- Partner with department leaders to identify new audit opportunities and areas for continuous improvement.
- Establish and maintain ongoing audit programs to monitor compliance and process performance.
- Review previous audit initiatives to ensure controls and processes remain effective and aligned with intended design.
- Coordinate corrective action initiatives resulting from audit findings.
- Collaborate with business leaders and cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvements.
- Work closely with the Continuous Improvement department to define requirements and support the implementation of operational changes.
- Participate in audit committee meetings, providing updates on audit activities, findings, and improvement opportunities.
- Act as a trusted resource for leaders across the organization, promoting best practices in risk management, compliance, and process governance.
Our Ideal Candidate will possess:
- A post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business, Auditing, or a related field.
- Interest in pursuing a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation or other relevant professional certification.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies, trends, and process improvement opportunities.
- High degree of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive business information.
- Objective, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using analytical tools to interpret and evaluate data.
- Working knowledge of audit principles, accounting processes, internal controls, and data analysis concepts; SQL experience is an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively across departments.
This job is classified under NOC Code: 11100.
Why Bison:
• Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
• Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
• Join our engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams
About Bison:
• Celebrating over 50 years in Business
• Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
• Committed to environmental sustainability
Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.
