Senior IT Auditor

Overview

Position Title: Corporate Senior IT Auditor

Department: Corporate Internal Audit

Report to: Senior Manager, Audit & Compliance, IT 

Salary Range : $ 84,000 - $115, 500 CAD 

ATS Corporation | Overview 

ATS Corporation is an industry-leading automation solutions and technology provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Using extensive knowledge and global capabilities in custom and repeat automation, automation products and value-added solutions including pre-automation and after-sales services, ATS businesses address the sophisticated manufacturing automation and service needs of multinational customers in markets such as life sciences, transportation, food & beverage, consumer products, and energy. With a dynamic culture that is bolstered by driven employees and the ATS Business Model (ABM), ATS companies are united by a shared purpose of creating solutions that positively impact lives around the world. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 7,000 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and Oceania. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the NYSE under the symbol ‘ATS’.

Job Summary

As a Senior IT Auditor, you will serve as a trusted advisor responsible for analyzing and assessing ATS’ IT landscape to ensure data, processes, and systems run accurately, efficiently, and securely to meet the organization’s objectives. You will lead and execute IT audit engagements, with a significant focus on SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance, while also supporting various operational projects using established IT auditing standards within the Corporate Internal Audit (IA).

This role involves developing, implementing, testing, and evaluating IT internal controls. You’ll be responsible for conducting IT-related audit engagements and other various operational projects using an established IT auditing standard within the Corporate Internal Audit (IA). IT audit procedures cover areas such as: 

• Backup and Recovery (B&R),
• Change Management (CM),
• Cybersecurity (CYB),
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (DR),
• Interface (INT),
• Job Scheduling (JBS),
• Manage Security (MS),
• Problem Incident Management (PIM),
• IT Infrastructure (INF), 
• IT Application Controls (ITACs), 
• Information Provided by the Entity (IPE) 

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform IT General Controls (ITGC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC) testing, including those related to SOX compliance, making necessary adjustments based on new information and identified risks 
• Prepare and review audit working papers in accordance with audit standards and internal audit procedures 
• Conduct follow-up procedures to ensure appropriate audit evidence is obtained, validated, and used for testing controls in a timely manner 
• Write clear, concise, and constructive audit findings based on facts, severity, and risks, and present these findings to senior management 
• Perform root cause analysis to identify causes of control deficiencies and provide relevant and appropriate recommendations 
• Provide periodic audit status, control testing results, and/ or any challenges to meet audit deadlines 
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior auditors, enhancing their skills and knowledge 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Clients/ Auditees 
• Some travel may be required 

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of IT auditing experience, including SOX audits, either through a firm (IT audit/advisory) or a publicly traded company 
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Business and Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field 
• CISA (required) and CPA, CISSP, CIA, CRISC, CDMP, CIMP, CAMS designations are highly preferred 
• Advanced knowledge of IT auditing standards and control frameworks such as IIA, COBIT, NIST, CSF, and ISO27001 
• Strong experience in internal audit practices, and financial and operational process documentation 
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate internal controls, lead and execute complex audits independently, analyze and solve complex problems, and conduct research 
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet tight deadlines 
• Strong practical knowledge of audit methodologies, control methodologies, and risk mitigation 
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively both verbally and in writing 
• Proficiency with ACL software (Audit Command Language) or other data analytics tools and ability to conduct data analysis is an asset 
• A familiarity with ACL software (Audit Command Language) or other data analytics tool and ability to conduct data analysis is an asset 

At ATS, it starts with our People!

We believe the foundation of a great company is having the best team and winning as a team.

Why Join ATS? 

• Be a part of a thriving organization that is a global leader in advanced automation solutions 
• Collaborate with other bright, talented professionals focused on innovation and continuous improvement 
• Discover opportunities for growth within ATS as we strive to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people
• Make an impact and give back to our communities in a meaningful way 
• Work in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and given the opportunity to do their best
• Enjoy an attractive compensation package including flexible work schedules (where applicable) 
• And much more!

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary. 

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.