Internal Auditor

Date Posted: January 7, 2026
Reports To: Senior Internal Auditor
Location: Vancouver

Position Summary

The Internal Auditor reports to a Senior Internal Auditor and is responsible for completing internal audits and special projects in Vancouver and at regional offices, as per the annual internal audit plan approved by the Audit Committee.  This includes completing field work and documenting findings and recommendations on site as part of the Internal Audit team.

The Internal Auditor is also responsible for completing the organization’s SOX compliance activities, including performing SOX testing both for Vancouver and regional offices, preparing and updating SOX documentation through completion of walkthroughs and meeting with Finance staff, logging deficiencies and following up on remediations for deficiencies.

The expected hiring salary range for this position if located in Vancouver, BC is CAD $86,600 – $105,900.  The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills and competencies and will consider internal equity.

Position Responsibilities

Internal Audits and special projects

• Execute internal audit reviews globally, as part of a team.
• Assist in scheduling work programs (reviews, audits, meetings) with stakeholders.
• Assess efficiency and effectiveness of processes being reviewed and identify any themes (risks / weaknesses / improvement opportunities) in the region. Provide recommendations for improvements in internal controls and process efficiency.
• Assist the Senior in the preparation of internal audit reports for review by Director for presentations to Regional and Functional Management.
• Participate in internal audit special projects.
• Follow up on actions agreed on a periodic basis and communicate progress to Senior, Internal Audit.
• Participate in special engagements and report results/ suggest recommendations to Senior, Internal Audit.
• Review issues identified with Internal Audit team on a timely basis.
• Update observation logs and follow up on actions.

SOX 404 Compliance Activities

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the organization’s SOX key control framework and SOX 404 legislative requirements.
• Assist in the preparation, revision, and maintenance of SOX documentation.
• Assist in coordinating updates of business process documents to reflect changes in the business in Vancouver and regionally when required with the business process owners.
• Perform walkthroughs and document financial processes.
• Perform SOX testing for Vancouver and regional offices.
• Documents deficiencies identified through testing and communicate these to Finance staff and the Internal Audit team.
• Assist in evaluating significance/severity of deficiencies.
• Assist external auditors through performing direct assistance activities.
• Assist in quarterly processes to assess ongoing business risks.

Improvement of Internal Audit Systems and Processes

• Assist in creating and updating standard audit testing templates.
• Assist in internal departmental projects.

Methanex Vision and Values

• Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and “one-team”. As a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism.
• Demonstrated through feedback from team and leaders.
• Undertakes all aspects of the role through living the Methanex values.

Responsible Care

• Conducts all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care® ethic.

Position Qualifications

Education and/or Professional Designation

• University degree in Business and/or Finance (Commerce/Accounting)
• Accounting or Internal Audit designation

Experience and Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Minimum 3 years practical experience in auditing and/or accounting
• Process documentation techniques
• Experience in working with public companies
• Understanding of relevant legislation (i.e. Sarbanes Oxley, Bill 52-109, PCAOB AS#5, COSO, COBIT) is an asset
• Understanding of internal controls, accounting principles and financial reporting
• Knowledge of IFRS, audit standards and organizational policies
• Familiarity with Oracle or other large accounting system is an advantage

 

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