We are currently looking for Auditors to work as valuable team members in the Assessment Services Department. You will be responsible for auditing client financial information and records in order to ensure compliance with the registration and reporting requirements of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act (the Act).

The Auditor will use their expert knowledge of the Act, internal policies and procedures, as well as generally accepted accounting principles in order to make independent audit decisions on behalf of WorkplaceNL.

Responsibilities

More about the role

Some key responsibilities of the Auditor position include:

• Prepares working papers, documentation, notes and system updates pertaining to the audits.

• Maintains integrity and adequacy of the WorkplaceNL injury fund through proper levying of assessments and reduces risk of exposure for under reporting and financial loss to the injury fund.

• Applies technical accounting knowledge, particularly as it relates to evolving business structures.

• Deals with complex and unique assessment issues, often not clearly outlined in the Act, or given policies and procedures.

• Performs audits in accordance with predetermined targets established by Audit Team Lead and Management.

Qualifications

Ideal Qualifications

• A degree from a recognized postsecondary institution with acceptable specialization in accounting and a minimum of three years' experience in financial accounting and/or auditing. A professional accounting designation would be considered an asset.

• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and action to pursue goals and complete tasks.

• A demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy to inform independent decisions.

• Well-developed analytical, critical thinking, sound judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills, combined with a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.

• Sound organizational, written, listening, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

• A vehicle and valid driver's license are required.

Experience and an educational equivalency will be considered.