Manager, Internal Audit
 
Who We Are
Interfor is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations in Canada and the United States. We have an annual production capacity of 3
billion board feet and offer one of the most diverse lines of lumber products to customers around the world. 
What We Offer
Interfor is where excellence meets opportunity. We invest in your success by positioning you alongside the best people in top quartile mill facilities located in great communities across North America. In the past decade, we’ve infused close to $1 billion into modern facilities and systems that employ the latest technologies.
Interfor is one of the largest lumber companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success.
 
We are currently recruiting for a Manager, Internal Controls & Compliance for our Metrotown office in Burnaby, BC. This position is a
2-year contract with the possibility of becoming permanent. The Manager, Internal Controls & Compliance will be responsible for the oversight, coordination and completion of the activities related to compliance with NI52-109 (Internal Controls), under the direction of the Director, Internal Controls & Compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Determine scope of review in conjunction with the Director, Internal Audit 
• Develop and perform audit procedures to accomplish audit objectives effectively and efficiently in accordance with the annual audit plan following accepted and applicable frameworks, such as COSO
• Ability to lead and perform audit testing procedures for NI52-109 compliance, while supervising, coaching, and collaborating with team members
• Determine compliance with policies and procedures
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results and document processes
• Critically evaluate Interfor’s processes and system of internal controls for effectiveness and efficiency, and identify opportunities to streamline and standardize accounting processes, policies, procedures, and reporting
• Advise on “best practices” approach for internal controls throughout the Company
• Assist in the performance of audit procedures related to General IT Controls
• Train and educate staff on the importance of internal controls
• Analyze the internal and external business environment for trends and developments that have risk and/or internal control implications
• Stay abreast of changes in regulations to ensure timely compliance
• Assist and support in systems and financial projects in an advisory role
  

What You Offer

• Experience in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating internal controls

• Experience in financial process documentation
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including IFRS
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills, and some experience with Microsoft Visio
• Knowledge of risks and best practice frameworks such as COBIT and COSO frameworks, as well as IIA internal audit standards is an asset
• Ability to work independently
• Strong decision-making and communication skills; ability to communicate clear and concise information in an accurate and persuasive manner
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate respect, dignity, and integrity in interpersonal relationships
• Public company reporting experience is preferred