Audit Supervisor, Office of the Auditor General

Audit Supervisor

Office of the Auditor General

Status:Regular Full Time

Hiring Range: $105,754 to $$118,974 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

*Work Mode: Hybrid see below for more details about this work mode.**

Location:10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON

Hours of work:35 hours per week

About the Office

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is an independent Office of Council dedicated to promoting accountability, transparency, and excellence in public service. Through value-for-money (performance), operational, financial (excluding attest), and compliance audits, the OAG provides objective assurance and insightful recommendations that strengthen governance, improve service delivery, and support responsible stewardship of public resources.

At Peel Region, our work is guided by integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and care. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, professional growth is encouraged, and employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Audit Supervisor, Performance Audit is a key leadership role within the Office of the Auditor General. Reporting to an Audit Manager, Senior Audit Manager, or the Deputy Auditor General, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of performance audits that provide independent, evidence-based insights to strengthen accountability, improve operational effectiveness, and support better outcomes for residents.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that drives systemic improvement and helps ensure public resources are used effectively, efficiently, and responsibly.

What You Will Do
Audit Planning & Execution

• Lead the day-to-day conduct of performance audits from planning through reporting.
• Develop audit objectives, scope, criteria, and audit programs, ensuring alignment with the Office's methodology and professional standards.
• Plan, assign, and coordinate audit work, while monitoring progress against budgets, timelines, and key milestones.
• Oversee evidence gathering, interviews, research activities, and data analysis to ensure audit conclusions are well-supported.
• Review audit working papers for quality, completeness, and compliance with established methodologies and standards.
• Apply professional judgment to identify areas of significance, emerging risks, and opportunities for organizational improvement.

Analysis & Reporting

• Assess audit evidence and validate that findings, root causes, and recommendations are significant, defensible, and actionable.
• Lead the preparation and review of audit reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, consistency, and impact.
• Facilitate the clearance of findings and recommendations with auditee management.
• Support the Audit Manager and Deputy Auditor General in finalizing reports for the Auditor General, senior leadership, and Council.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Senior Auditors and Auditors, fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and excellence.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback and support employee development.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for auditee management throughout audit engagements.
• Lead engagement meetings, including opening, status, validation, and closing meetings.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, briefing materials, and reports for the Auditor General, senior management, and Council committees.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and quality assurance practices.

What You Bring
Education & Professional Credentials

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• A satisfactory Level 2 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of performance auditing experience, including experience leading or supervising performance audit engagements or significant components of complex audits.
• Strong knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and professional standards.
• Experience conducting value-for-money or performance audits within a public-sector environment is considered an asset.

Key Competencies
Audit & Analytical Expertise

• Strong analytical, investigative, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess complex issues and develop evidence-based conclusions.
• Sound understanding of risk assessment, governance, performance measurement, and internal control concepts.
• Ability to identify root causes and develop practical recommendations that support meaningful organizational improvement.

Communication & Influence

• Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to produce and review clear, concise, and compelling audit reports.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate complex findings in a constructive, objective, and accessible manner.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Demonstrated ability to lead audit teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results within established timelines.
• Proven coaching and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to build trusted relationships while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the audit function.

Integrity & Professional Judgment

• Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, accountability, and stewardship.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Commitment to maintaining the credibility, independence, and professionalism of the Office of the Auditor General.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous learning, respectful collaboration, modeling inclusive behaviours, and proactively recognizing and managing bias in decision-making and leadership practices.

Nice to Have

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Working knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI, ACL, IDEA, Tableau, or advanced Microsoft Excel functions.
• Experience working within municipal, public-sector, or broader public-sector accountability environments.

Why Join Peel Region

At Peel Region, we believe in creating a workplace where people can thrive. You'll join a team of passionate professionals who are driven by purpose, committed to excellence, and motivated to make a difference through meaningful public service.

Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards

We invest in our people and provide a comprehensive rewards package that supports your well-being, growth, and long-term success:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and psychological health benefits from day one
• OMERS defined-benefit pension plan
• Competitive vacation entitlement and paid personal days
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Performance-based recognition
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture

In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process may include video conference technology

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Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Help strengthen accountability, improve public services, and build public trust through independent oversight and meaningful impact.

At Peel Region, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organization where your work helps advance transparency, strong governance, and continuous improvement for the communities we serve.

If you're passionate about making a difference through evidence-based insights, collaboration, and public service excellence, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to the Office of the Auditor General.

Apply today and help build a stronger, more accountable tomorrow for Peel Region.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.