Senior Analyst, Internal Audit

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Are you actively seeking a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place! 

We’re looking for a Senior Analyst, Internal Audit to join our Finance team. You will support the best practices of our finance division to drive Internal Audit at Lightspeed.

As part of the Internal audit team, you will be the key executor within the Internal Audit function, responsible for leading complex audit fieldwork from start to finish. You will conduct deep-dive analysis across financial, operational, and compliance areas to proactively identify risks and critical control gaps. Beyond testing, you will draft definitive audit reports and drive the implementation of management's corrective actions. Your efforts directly contribute to the company’s control maturity and operational efficiency, with opportunities to shape the audit function through involvement in specialized compliance projects.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Reporting to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you will lead and execute all phases of internal audit engagements (planning, fieldwork, reporting) across operational, financial, and compliance areas, ensuring adherence to professional standards (IIA) including performing associated risk assessments.
• Draft high-quality, clear, and concise audit reports detailing findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Participate in ad-hoc special projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as requested by senior leadership or the Audit Committee.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory changes impacting the business and the internal audit profession.

What you’ll be bringing to the team:

• Completed or in process of completing certain professional designations: CIA (highly preferred), CPA or master’s degree in accounting/audit or equivalent recognized professional designation required.
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related risk management/compliance field, including at least two years in internal audit.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of COSO framework, and internal audit standards (IIA).
• Proven experience in leading/participating in complex audit engagements and performing robust risk assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in situations requiring significant professional judgment, analytical rigor, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with audit management software.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with strong presentation and communication skills.
• As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position.

Even better if you have, but not necessary:

• Experience with AuditBoard, NetSuite and/or Salesforce
• Extensive experience in a high-growth, publicly traded technology company.
• Excellent written and spoken French.
• Experience with data analytics tools in an audit context (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Alteryx).
• CISA, CFE, or other relevant professional certifications.

Who you are:

• You are self-motivated and detail-oriented, able to multitask and work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple projects at a time, meet deadlines and manage well through ambiguity and complexity
• You have great analytical skills, and professional judgment
• You have a desire to take ownership
• You have a team-oriented personality with the ability to work independently

What’s in it for you?: 

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Ability to do your job in a truly flexible environment;
• Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs everyday;
• Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact.
• Opportunity to make a difference; help merchants grow their businesses and become more successful by creating or improving products and addressing customer feedback
• Development of very high traffic products, used at the global scale
• Opportunities to learn and expand your skill set
• Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family

... and enjoy a range of benefits that’ll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:

• Lightspeed equity scheme (we are all owners)
• Flexible paid time off policy
• Health Insurance
• Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year
• Paid leave and assistance for new parents
• Online Mental Health Resources

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