Job Description
Job Information
Job Requisition ID: 75952
Department: Office of the Auditor General
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Closing Date: Open until filled.
LEGISLATIVE OFFICE
Office of the Auditor General
With a calling to the accounting profession, you are not satisfied simply crunching the numbers. You embrace accountability for results, both for yourself and for others, especially institutions and individuals entrusted with serving the public.
You are confident, directed, and passionate about people and issues that affect them. You thrive in an environment that demands both creative and analytical thinking. You love Alberta, and you feel destined to do work that has an impact on the lives of Albertans today and into the future.
WHO WE ARE
We are an office of 150 people mandated by the Auditor General Act to examine and report publicly on the Government of Alberta’s management of the public resources entrusted to it. We report directly to the 87 Members of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, and through them, we serve approximately five million people who call Alberta home. We are a CPA training office.
WHAT WE DO
We are the auditors of the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Province of Alberta and most provincial agencies, boards, commissions, and regulated funds. We audit so that we can report on how well the government is managing its responsibilities and the province’s resources. We provide independent assurance to the people of Alberta that public money is properly accounted for and provides value.
Working with us, you gain unparalleled experience working with provincial government departments, universities and colleges, healthcare services, financial institutions, and research and investment organizations.
ROLE
Core Duties:
Examine and analyze audit evidence, such as reports and records
Conduct field audits to ensure compliance with accounting standards, mandates, and relevant legislation
Prepare audit reports with findings and recommendations
Supervise junior auditors during audit engagements
If you are an experienced accounting and audit professional looking to take your career to the next level—and you are passionate about improving the performance of and confidence in the Alberta public service—then consider becoming a Senior Staff Auditor with the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta!
Our work gives you the opportunity to apply your education and grow your audit skills in the public sector. Guided by an Audit Manager or Engagement Leader, you will operate in a blended role consisting of both financial statement and performance audits.
As a Senior Staff Auditor with practical experience—either at or nearing your designation—you will work independently and in team environments. You will apply your project management skills and exercise your strong critical thinking in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Your technical expertise, coupled with effective communication skills, will lead to your success as you perform moderately complex audits, build relationships, obtain knowledge of the auditee’s business, and provide coaching and mentorship to junior CPA students.
Applying your audit experience, you will contribute to the planning, execution, and reporting of your assigned audit projects that focus on the Government of Alberta’s management control systems and processes used to deliver programs and services to Albertans. In addition to performance (value-for-money) audits, you will also audit the Government of Alberta’s financial statements, where you will develop your analytical aptitude for computer-assisted auditing techniques and gain exposure to data analytics in auditing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Related university degree
Currently enrolled in (or completed) a Canadian CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) program
Audit experience in both financial statements and performance audit leading towards a Canadian CPA designation
Minimum two years of progressive financial statement audit experience applying Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS)
Demonstrated abilities in documentation and evaluation of internal control environments and entity processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations
Advanced skills with Microsoft applications
Assets:
Previous audit experience in public accounting
Performance audit experience
Government operations experience at the municipal, provincial, or federal level
Familiarity with the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards, IFRS, and performance audit standards (CSAE 3001)
Previous experience with data analytics
Certified Internal Auditor or Information Systems Audit designation
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Market competitive annual salary starting at $2,676.37 bi-weekly based on classification and experience
Financial support to complete the CPA program
Compensated overtime
Support for professional development, including leading edge in-house training
A first-year vacation grant, plus vacation earned each month
Paid statutory holidays following Government of Alberta leave directives, including Christmas Closure
Comprehensive benefits plan: 1st Choice Benefits Handbook
Public Service Pension plan
Health Spending Account (HSA)
NOTES
Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security clearance.
Out-of-town and overnight travel within Alberta is required for this position.
Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
This role is for the Edmonton office, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with overtime as required. A current hybrid work arrangement including 3 in-office days and 2 work from home days weekly is also in place.
How To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter below, outlining why you want to work for the Office of the Auditor General and how you will contribute to the success of our organization. Effective communication skills are essential for this role, and your cover letter and resume will be used to assess your written communication.
If you are a qualified candidate, please save your file as first and last name – position title and include your cover letter and resume as one file.
We thank all candidates for their interest in our organization; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS). Applicants should include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
If you would like further information, please email us at [email protected].
Job Requisition ID: 75952
Department: Office of the Auditor General
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Closing Date: Open until filled.
LEGISLATIVE OFFICE
Office of the Auditor General
With a calling to the accounting profession, you are not satisfied simply crunching the numbers. You embrace accountability for results, both for yourself and for others, especially institutions and individuals entrusted with serving the public.
You are confident, directed, and passionate about people and issues that affect them. You thrive in an environment that demands both creative and analytical thinking. You love Alberta, and you feel destined to do work that has an impact on the lives of Albertans today and into the future.
WHO WE ARE
We are an office of 150 people mandated by the Auditor General Act to examine and report publicly on the Government of Alberta’s management of the public resources entrusted to it. We report directly to the 87 Members of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, and through them, we serve approximately five million people who call Alberta home. We are a CPA training office.
WHAT WE DO
We are the auditors of the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Province of Alberta and most provincial agencies, boards, commissions, and regulated funds. We audit so that we can report on how well the government is managing its responsibilities and the province’s resources. We provide independent assurance to the people of Alberta that public money is properly accounted for and provides value.
Working with us, you gain unparalleled experience working with provincial government departments, universities and colleges, healthcare services, financial institutions, and research and investment organizations.
ROLE
Core Duties:
Examine and analyze audit evidence, such as reports and records
Conduct field audits to ensure compliance with accounting standards, mandates, and relevant legislation
Prepare audit reports with findings and recommendations
Supervise junior auditors during audit engagements
If you are an experienced accounting and audit professional looking to take your career to the next level—and you are passionate about improving the performance of and confidence in the Alberta public service—then consider becoming a Senior Staff Auditor with the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta!
Our work gives you the opportunity to apply your education and grow your audit skills in the public sector. Guided by an Audit Manager or Engagement Leader, you will operate in a blended role consisting of both financial statement and performance audits.
As a Senior Staff Auditor with practical experience—either at or nearing your designation—you will work independently and in team environments. You will apply your project management skills and exercise your strong critical thinking in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Your technical expertise, coupled with effective communication skills, will lead to your success as you perform moderately complex audits, build relationships, obtain knowledge of the auditee’s business, and provide coaching and mentorship to junior CPA students.
Applying your audit experience, you will contribute to the planning, execution, and reporting of your assigned audit projects that focus on the Government of Alberta’s management control systems and processes used to deliver programs and services to Albertans. In addition to performance (value-for-money) audits, you will also audit the Government of Alberta’s financial statements, where you will develop your analytical aptitude for computer-assisted auditing techniques and gain exposure to data analytics in auditing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Related university degree
Currently enrolled in (or completed) a Canadian CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) program
Audit experience in both financial statements and performance audit leading towards a Canadian CPA designation
Minimum two years of progressive financial statement audit experience applying Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS)
Demonstrated abilities in documentation and evaluation of internal control environments and entity processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations
Advanced skills with Microsoft applications
Assets:
Previous audit experience in public accounting
Performance audit experience
Government operations experience at the municipal, provincial, or federal level
Familiarity with the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards, IFRS, and performance audit standards (CSAE 3001)
Previous experience with data analytics
Certified Internal Auditor or Information Systems Audit designation
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Market competitive annual salary starting at $2,676.37 bi-weekly based on classification and experience
Financial support to complete the CPA program
Compensated overtime
Support for professional development, including leading edge in-house training
A first-year vacation grant, plus vacation earned each month
Paid statutory holidays following Government of Alberta leave directives, including Christmas Closure
Comprehensive benefits plan: 1st Choice Benefits Handbook
Public Service Pension plan
Health Spending Account (HSA)
NOTES
Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security clearance.
Out-of-town and overnight travel within Alberta is required for this position.
Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
This role is for the Edmonton office, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with overtime as required. A current hybrid work arrangement including 3 in-office days and 2 work from home days weekly is also in place.
How To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter below, outlining why you want to work for the Office of the Auditor General and how you will contribute to the success of our organization. Effective communication skills are essential for this role, and your cover letter and resume will be used to assess your written communication.
If you are a qualified candidate, please save your file as first and last name – position title and include your cover letter and resume as one file.
We thank all candidates for their interest in our organization; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS). Applicants should include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
If you would like further information, please email us at [email protected].
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Staff Auditor position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
