Office of the Auditor General

Financial Auditor

Pay Band 5 - 7

Fredericton

Open Competition

The Office of the Auditor General, located in Fredericton, is an independent office that serves the New Brunswick Legislative Assembly. The Auditor General assists the Legislative Assembly in holding the government accountable by reporting on government's performance and stewardship of public funds and resources. The findings of financial and performance audits are issued in the Auditor General's annual report to the Legislative Assembly and through appearances before the Standing Committees on Public Accounts and Crown Corporations.

The Office of the Auditor General is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented professional to join our financial audit team. Reporting to the Executive Director of Financial and IT Audit, individuals will be responsible for:

• Planning, preparing and executing financial statement and other financial audits
• Preparing audit working papers and related position papers and analysis
• Identifying areas of risk and proposing workable solutions
• Liaising with our auditees
• Assisting with planning and reporting activities

We are seeking an individual with a team-oriented mindset, and passion for excellence. The successful candidate must be open to new challenges and be able to work within a fast-paced team environment.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and a CPA designation
• A minimum of 3* years of relevant work experience

Additional qualifications that are not requirements of this position, but would be considered assets are:

• Experience in public practice audit
• Experience in supervising and mentoring staff
• Experience working in a public sector environment
• Oral and written proficiency in French

*A combination of relevant education, experience and background may be considered. Experience requirements will vary based on applicable pay bands.

Written and spoken competence in English required.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioral competencies:

• Team-oriented mindset
• Effective communication, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment

Candidates are required to demonstrate how they meet mandatory qualifications on their application to be given further consideration and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates on the eligibility list may be considered for future vacancies.

Salary: Management and Non-Union Pay Plan, Pay Band 5 -7 ($63,700 - $107,328)

Applicants may send a cover letter and resume before May 6, 2024 to:

Julie Weeks, CPA, CA
Executive Director
PO Box 758
Fredericton NB
E3B 5B4
[email protected]