Internal Auditor

We are hiring an Internal Auditor for our Internal Audit team! Reporting To: Director and Team Lead, Risk Management and Internal Audit Full-Time/Part- Time: Secondment (12 months) Posting Date: May 7, 2026 Closing Date: May 21, 2026 Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Salary Range: $76,833 to $93,132 Grade: Office Location:      14.6 Toronto Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station What we offer: Highly competitive compensation package includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities! *Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment   The Opportunity:   The Internal Auditor is responsible for a wide range of audit, review, assurance and advisory services to management in support of effective governance, accountability and performance under the supervision of the Senior Vice President, Risk Management and Internal Audit.                                                                                                                                                 How you will contribute:   Prepare risk assessments and analyze risk areas in order to recommend areas of emphasis for targeted audit or review procedures. Develops the scope and detailed plan for audits and other projects with an emphasis on assessing the design and effectiveness of financial, operational and compliance controls. Execute assignments and testing in accordance with current IIA standards and internal standard operating procedures. Identify opportunities for improvement with a focus on: a) effectiveness and efficiency of operations (including accomplishment of management objectives); b) compliance with laws, regulations, contracts, policies and procedures; c) reliability and integrity of information; and d) safeguarding of assets Develop and present findings, recommendations, action plans and timelines for corrective action with appropriate division and/or department leaders and monitor the implementation status of agreed upon action plans. Draft audit and review reports for distribution within FNF, including Senior and Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors Plan and execute remediation testing. Assist with the development of the annual audit plan and audit universe. Build strong working relationships with Managers, Directors and Senior Leadership to provide direction and support in designing systems of internal controls to fit the business area program and operations. Identify training needs with respect to audit approaches, tools and techniques and remain current through an ongoing commitment to participation in learning and development. Adheres to policies/procedures to ensure AML requirements are met, when applicable.   The experience you need:   Bachelor's degree with 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience Must be willing to attain or have one of the following certifications: CIA, CISA, CPA (i.e., CA, CGA, or CMA) Minimum of 3-4 years of professional experience in the mortgage or financial services industry preferred. Able to demonstrate complex problem solving, critical thinking and decision making. Ability to be sensitive to the needs, concerns and feelings of others. Ability to build positive working relationships. Ability to manage conflict. Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with changing and at times competing priorities. Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences is imperative. Able to interact and collaborate effectively with all levels of management, including Senior and Executive management. Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, driving tasks to completion. Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues using developed discretion and judgment, while maintaining independence and objectivity. Able to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technology. Possesses intermediate level computer systems and applications knowledge. Familiar with the use of data analytics approaches and tools.   Relationships:   External Customers: External auditors and business partners.   Internal Customers: All levels of management including Sr. Leadership and Executive management.   Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:   Office environment Periods of high volume with tight timelines Long periods of stationary position/sitting Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse) Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.   Why join First National?   Competitive Compensation Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up) Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success Modern office environment conducive to collaboration Supportive teamwork culture Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities Ongoing social events throughout the year   The team you’ll join: Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender. First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.     We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.   First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at accessibility@firstnational.ca should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.     #FNLOON