Senior Internal Auditor

Apotex Inc.

Senior Internal Auditor executing risk-based audits for Apotex, a global pharmaceutical company. Strengthening controls, governance, compliance, and risk management from its Weston headquarters.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeWeston • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing risk-based internal audits, including financial reporting, risk management, and compliance, while effectively communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing frameworks such as COSO and COBIT to assess internal controls and governance in complex environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Bilingual English and SpanishAudit Planning and ExecutionRisk Management and AssessmentStrong Analytical and Critical-Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Internal AuditFinancial ReportingRisk ManagementGovernanceInternal ControlsAudit ProceduresCOSO FrameworkCOBIT FrameworkISO FrameworkAudit Documentation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsProject ManagementCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Audit SoftwareData Analysis ToolsPresentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Risk-Based AuditsCompliance StandardsAudit Function StandardsStakeholder EngagementClient-Service Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute risk-based internal audit projects covering financial reporting, risk management, governance, internal controls, and compliance
Assist with audit planning and coordinate with audit teams, management, and external auditors to define scope, objectives, and methodology
Design and execute audit procedures to verify internal-control effectiveness
Document processes, risks, and controls and analyze evidence to identify potential issues
Prepare complete audit documentation, reports, presentations, findings, and recommendations
Validate draft findings with auditees before finalizing reports
Maintain client and team relationships and communicate audit progress
Follow audit-function standards, policies, procedures, and professional and ethical requirements
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, regulators, and external auditors
Assist with Audit Committee and Executive-level reports
Manage audit-process conflicts constructively
Identify and manage risks and opportunities affecting the audit function
Assist with risk assessments and audit-plan updates
Monitor business, industry, and accounting-standard changes and adapt audit approaches
Maintain awareness of internal-audit developments and continuously learn and develop
Leverage new technologies and tools to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness
Collaborate with managers and departments to support organizational objectives and initiatives
Travel approximately 15%–20%, including internationally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification required
Bilingual English and Spanish required
Minimum 2–3 years of audit, consulting, advisory, or related client-service experience
Experience auditing, managing business risk, internal controls, and governance in complex environments
Experience planning and executing audits, assessing controls, and prioritizing risks
Familiarity with COSO, COBIT, and ISO frameworks
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
Ability to synthesize, summarize, and communicate important data
Ability to assess information validity and relevance and evaluate risk, control, and governance issues
Exceptional organizational and project-management skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and competing demands
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, external auditors, and management
Valid passport required for 15%–20% travel, including international travel
CPA designation considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process