Senior Internal Auditor

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with our 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com. 

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit, the Senior, Internal Auditor will be part of a dynamic team in providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve Gildan’s operations. In the role, the incumbent will assist in the development and execution of an internal audit program helping the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. If you are passionate, driven and find yourself seeking interesting work, new challenges and continuous learning opportunities, then we want you to join our team.

The role

• Support the Internal Audit team in the execution and reporting phases of strategic audit mandates per the Internal Audit Plan and as appropriate, any special project requested by Management and the Audit & Finance Committee
• Lead the planning, execution and reporting phases of rotational audit mandates per the Internal Audit Plan
• Assist in the Management Action Plans follow-up process to ensure previously identified observations have been addressed and remediation actions implemented properly
• Identify risks and internal control gaps and develop solutions to strengthen controls, improve profitability and aid management decision-making capability
• Participate in the development and enhancement of internal audit approaches/templates and methodology to optimize the use and effectiveness of team resources.
• Maintain an organized and well documented internal audit function following the fundamental principles, standards and guidance provided by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• Participate in special projects and investigations
• Works closely with various teams and business leaders throughout the organization
• Based in the Montreal Corporate Head Office
• Hybrid remote work (~3 days in office per week)

The requirements

• 4 - 5 years of relevant experience in audit and/or internal controls
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Relevant certifications/designations (e.g. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE))
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Experience in manufacturing environment considered an asset
• Sound understanding of accounting and financial reporting concepts in a public company setting
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
• Team player
• Self-motivated and autonomous
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving, and growing environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Visio and Power Point)
• Expected to travel up to ~15 - 20% of the time
• This position requires proficiency in a language other than French to support customers, employees or markets located outside the province of Quebec or requiring services in a language other than French – mainly English.

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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