Senior Internal Auditor

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Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight. Since 1927, The Beer Store has been part of communities across Ontario, growing into an integrated business that includes Ontario's largest beer retailer, a leading beverage distributor, and a trusted partner in beverage alcohol recycling and stewardship. Our success is driven by the people behind our business. Across our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and Corporate Office, our team brings passion, expertise, and a commitment to exceptional service every day. We are proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture where diverse perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and succeed together. Whether we're supporting our customers, advancing sustainability initiatives, giving back to our communities, or creating a safe and welcoming workplace, we are united by a shared commitment to doing what's right. Recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers in 2025 and 2026, The Beer Store continues to build on a proud legacy while investing in the future, and we're always looking for talented people to join us on that journey.
The Role
We are currently searching for a Senior Internal Auditor, reporting to the Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management. This vacancy is a full-time, permanent opportunity. The Senior Internal Auditor leads and executes complex audits and advisory projects across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas. The role evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, governance and risk management processes to support the achievement of organizational objectives, safeguard assets and drive continuous improvement. This position supports both The Beer Store and Brewers Distributor Ltd. and requires strong analytical, communication and leadership skills.
Location
Our Corporate Office is currently located in Bolton, ON. As part of our continued growth, we are relocating our Corporate Office to Milton, ON with a planned entry at the end of 2027. This is a field-based role with visits to the office on an as-needed basis. Following the transition, any required office attendance will be at the Milton location.
Up to 10% of business travel is required to support organizational needs, therefore a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
What You'll Be Doing
Independently plan and execute complex financial, operational, compliance, and advisory engagements
Lead all phases of engagements, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up
Apply a risk-based approach to audit activities, aligning reviews with business objectives and enterprise risks
Evaluate the design, effectiveness, and efficiency of internal controls to assess risk management and achievement of business objectives
Leverage data analytics, research, and audit methodologies to enhance audit effectiveness and support informed conclusions
Develop practical, risk-based recommendations that strengthen controls, improve processes, and enhance operational effectiveness
Support annual audit planning, enterprise risk assessments, and reporting to the Finance and Audit Committee
Lead and participate in reviews of key risk areas, strategic projects, business initiatives, and internal investigations
Coordinate with external auditors and business stakeholders to support financial and regulatory audits and management action follow-up
Partner with management to strengthen the control environment, reduce risk, and mentor team members on risk-aware decision-making and data analytics
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned

Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
CPA, CIA or CISA designation required

Experience
5 -7 years of progressive experience in internal audit or public accounting
Proven ability to lead complex audit engagements and mentor team members

Skills
Strong knowledge of audit methodologies and techniques, including planning, scoping, process mapping, risk assessment, data analytics, sampling, control evaluation and report writing
Strong understanding internal controls, and internal audit frameworks, standards and methodologies, including COSO, IIA Standards, COBIT, NIST and SOX/NI 52-109
Working knowledge of financial accounting and reporting principles (e.g. IFRS and GAAP) and IT general controls
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder management
Knowledge of the Three Lines Model, risk managem