Director of Internal Audit

Position ID: 173522

Director of Internal Audit

Department of Finance and Affordability

Permanent Position

Job location: 95 Rochford Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island C1A 3T5

Position available: 1

Published on: May 29, 2026 | Expires on: June 15, 2026

EEO Statement

The Department of Finance and Affordability is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Job Description

The Director of Internal Audit will functionally report directly to the Audit and Risk Committee and function as the Chief Audit Executive for the Province. This position is accountable for the strategic planning, operational execution, and post-audit review of internal audits and evaluations. This involves assessing the financial, management, risk, and governance systems of government departments and agencies to ensure their adherence to legislative requirements and operational efficiency. This position is responsible for proposing adjustments to government-wide financial and administrative policies. It also provides strategic advice, consultation, analysis, and information to facilitate the effective implementation of government accounting policies, financial management systems, and procedures across government departments and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Direct internal auditing operations, including planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring;
• Oversee the performance of audit procedures, identify and define issues, and develop policies and procedures;
• Manage audits to comply with professional standards and policies;
• Verify and analyze transactions, documents, and records for adequacy, effectiveness, errors, and inconsistencies;
• Evaluate information system controls and assess system security and data integrity;
• Report on the effectiveness and adequacy of internal control systems;
• Provide recommendations on development and revisions of financial, accounting, and administrative policies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of government;
• Develop, in consultation with staff, the annual goals and objectives of the section, consistent with the Department’s strategic plan;
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for professional accounting team, financial system team and operational team;
• Provide direction to staff in the development and implementation of services and programs provided by the sections;
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, staff, and management;

Benefits

• 4 weeks paid vacation annually, as per the Terms and Conditions for Excluded Employees
• Up to $2,500 annual training funds
• Hybrid options within PEI
• Flexible working hours
• Employee assistance program
• Pension Plan
• Employer-paid health and dental benefits

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional Accounting Designation or Certified Internal Auditor designation;
• Extensive experience in applying internal auditing principles and practices, management principles and preferred business practices;
• Extensive experience and knowledge of government program policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation;
• Extensive experience working with, and understanding of Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Institute of Internal Auditors); Generally Accepted Auditing Standards; Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, and information systems auditing standards;
• Extensive experience working with, and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal control Frameworks (such as the framework from COSO – Committee of Sponsoring Organizations);
• Extensive leadership experience, including the development and management of staff;

Other Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Auditor is an asset;
• Master of Business Administration is an asset;
• Extensive knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management, control techniques and working knowledge of contemporary control frameworks;
• Extensive knowledge of Lean Six Sigma techniques and processes;
• Detailed knowledge of the Standards and Code of Ethics;
• Internal controls, including an understanding of information system controls, accounting systems and financial structures within government or similar organizations;
• This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.