Internal Auditor in St. John's, NL

Internal Auditor Job Description

An Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of an organization's governance, risk management, and control processes. This role involves conducting independent audits, assessing compliance with policies and regulations, and identifying areas for operational improvement. The Internal Auditor provides objective insights and recommendations to management, enhancing organizational efficiency and safeguarding assets. This position demands strong analytical and investigative skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is essential, with Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation preferred. A solid understanding of Canadian regulatory requirements and industry best practices is crucial.

Typical internal auditor duties:

Conduct internal audits following established methodologies and professional standards.

Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.

Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and non-compliance issues.

Prepare clear and concise audit reports detailing findings and recommendations.

Follow up on audit findings to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

Collaborate with management to understand business processes and risks.

Contribute to the annual audit planning process and risk assessments.

Ensure audit activities comply with Canadian laws and regulations.

Looking for an internal auditor or an internal auditor job?

Request candidates now and a specialized recruiter will typically contact you within one business day to discuss your staffing needs and help you hire an internal auditor.

Search internal auditor openings and apply now or submit your resume to be considered for opportunities that match your experience.

Salary for Internal Auditor in St. John's, NL

80220 - 105863

Low

80220

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

93865

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

105863

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

Projected salaries for related positions

Job title

Low

Mid

High

Internal Audit Manager

107274

128682

143973

Senior Internal Auditor

90101

108215

125153

Explore more salaries

Looking to hire? Start here.

Access the skilled permanent and contract talent you need—from support roles to C-suite—with precision matching powered by Robert Half recruiters leveraging their experience combined together with our industry-leading AI technology.

Hire talent

More to explore

2027 Canada Salary Guide Explore the latest data for roles in 6 professional fields and know what you should pay or earn in local and national markets.

Demand for Skilled Talent Check out our Demand for Skilled Talent report to learn about employers’ hiring plans and needs.

Labour Market Overview Stay on top of Robert Half and Statistics Canada job posting data to learn about today’s hiring market.

Pay and Compensation Highlights Dive deeper into salary and total compensation trends across a range of professional roles and industries.

Behind Our Numbers Learn how our salary benchmarks reflect accurate marketplace data through a rigorous, multistep verification process.

The salary benchmarks in the Canada Salary Guide From Robert Half are the result of a rigorous, multistep process designed to reflect projected market trends for 2027. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has placed nationwide, along with third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use for independent validation. Learn more about our methodology.