Senior Internal Auditor – Finance Operations

About the role

CGI is looking for a Senior Internal Auditor, Finance Operations to join its Corporate Services team in Montreal. In this position you will partner with leaders across the global organization to strengthen internal controls, evaluate business processes, manage enterprise risks, and identify opportunities that improve operational performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk‑based internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring compliance with professional auditing standards.
• Evaluate financial and operational processes, internal controls, and business risks, providing practical recommendations to enhance efficiency and governance.
• Present audit observations and recommendations to management through clear written reports and presentations.
• Perform follow‑up reviews to assess implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Lead or support special projects such as fraud investigations, ethics reviews, SOX assessments, and enterprise‑risk initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with business units and serve as a trusted advisor on governance, risk management, and internal controls.
• Coordinate activities and provide support during external audit engagements as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, internal‑control framework, and quality‑assurance initiatives.
• Coach and mentor team members, promoting collaboration and professional development.

Required profile

• CPA designation.
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 4–6 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, business‑process auditing, or finance operations.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk‑assessment methodologies, and business processes.
• Proven ability to lead audit or advisory engagements from planning through completion.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills with confidence to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

Required skills