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# Senior Analyst, Internal Audit and Compliance at RioCan

- **Company:** RioCan
- **Location:** North York, Canada
- **Compensation:** $87k–$119k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-15
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/riocan/6b7e0493-6492-4822-b4b2-2b63114484ac

## Job description

## Who We Are

For over 30 years, our entrepreneurial mindset and strategic vision have fueled our growth into one of Canada’s largest and most successful REITs. Our retail-focused and mixed-use portfolio reflects our commitment to creating vibrant community spaces where people want to shop, live, work, and play. We take pride in our strong legacy while continuously adapting, innovating, and investing in the future. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Canada’s Greenest Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and a Greater Toronto Top Employer.

At RioCan, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a welcoming, inclusive culture where employees can connect authentically, grow continuously, and bring their whole selves to work. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, lead, and make an impact every day.

## POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Senior Analyst, Internal Audit and Compliance at RioCan,  you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Building on our legacy as one of Canada’s largest and most innovative REITs, this position offers the chance to shape best practices and support RioCan’s continued growth in a dynamic real estate landscape.

## RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying opportunities for process optimization, risk mitigation, and compliance with regulatory requirements (including NI 52-109);
- Lead and execute comprehensive internal audit engagements, from planning to reporting, across multiple business functions and processes;
- Develop risk-based audit plans, including scoping, resource allocation, and scheduling, to align with corporate objectives and evolving business risks;
- Perform detailed fieldwork, including testing of policies, procedures, and controls, and document findings in accordance with professional standards;
- Prepare clear, insightful audit reports and present recommendations to management and key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement;
- Actively contribute to the development and implementation of enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives by identifying, assessing, and monitoring key risks across the organization, and working with business units to design effective mitigation strategies;
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior audit staff, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the team;
- Collaborate with the Internal Audit and Compliance team, external auditors, and other business units to ensure a coordinated and efficient approach to risk management and compliance;
- Stay current with emerging trends, regulatory updates, and industry best practices relevant to internal audit and real estate operations;
- Support special projects and ad hoc assignments as required by management.

## QUALIFICATIONS

- Completion of a university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field;
- Professional designation required (CPA, CIA, or equivalent);
- Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in internal audit, preferably within real estate, financial services, or a related industry;
- Strong technical knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodologies;
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with experience presenting to all levels of management;
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities in a dynamic environment;
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail;
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Co-Pilot).

The base salary range for this role reflects compensation for candidates at varying levels of experience and proficiency. The salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant competencies, including skills, experience, education, and our teams’ requirements.

The listed salary range does not include bonus and other total rewards. This role is eligible for participation in the company’s bonus program.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Why join RioCan?

We believe in rewarding you for what you do and investing in your career and long-term success. Our total rewards program is designed to help you thrive in every aspect of your life: physically, emotionally, financially, and socially. Here’s what we offer:

An Extensive Health and Benefits Program that includes health and dental benefits starting on day one, healthcare and wellness/lifestyle spending accounts, access to an employee family and assistance program, virtual healthcare services, and other resources to support your overall well-being.

A Comprehensive Retirement Program to help prepare you for your future. This includes matching employee contributions in a retirement savings plan, pension plan, and an employee unit purchase plan.

Work/Life Balance that prioritizes you. Enjoy flexible work hours, an extra-long weekend with our RioCan Cares Day, and half days before every long weekend in the summer.

Professional Growth and Development opportunities to advance your skills and grow your career through our continuing education reimbursement, mentorship and leadership development programs, on-demand online learning, and cross-functional training opportunities.

Additional Perks and Benefits that include paid time off, parental leave top-up, employee discounts, referral and recognition programs, and year-round opportunities to connect through community initiatives, committees, and social events.

If you share RioCan’s values and a passion for real estate, we want to hear from you.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas. People are at the core of who we are, and we respect that they have taken all paths to get here. RioCan welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.

You can visit us at www.riocan.com and follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about who we are and what a career at RioCan can look like for you.

## About RioCan

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: RioCan REIT is one of Canada’s largest real estate investment trusts, owning and managing necessity-based retail properties concentrated in the country’s most densely populated markets.
- **Entity Type**: Public (TSX: REI.UN)
- **Headquarters**: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- **Founded**: 1993
- **Founders**: Ed Sonshine (Visionary Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) – Retail & Mixed-Use Properties
- **Target customers**: B2B – national and regional necessity-based retailers (grocery, pharmacy, everyday services), as well as commercial tenants in mixed-use developments
- **Mission statement**: “To create vibrant community destinations anchored by the necessity-based retailers that meet Canadians’ essential, everyday shopping needs.”

## Products & Services
- **Retail Property Leasing**: RioCan owns and manages approximately 167 retail properties (31.8 million sq ft net leasable area) anchored by grocery, pharmacy, and other daily-needs tenants.
- **Development Pipeline**: A 43.5 million sq ft development pipeline (46.4% of zoned density) focused on mixed-use intensification, including residential, office, and retail components.
- **Property Management & Operations**: Full-service leasing, asset management, and property management for its portfolio.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~USD 5.75 billion (as of October 29, 2024)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of ~USD 1.44 billion (latest fiscal year)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange; institutional and retail unitholders. Key tenants include major grocery chains, pharmacies, and service retailers.
- **Growth Signals**: 97.9% committed occupancy, 94.5% of fair value located in six major Canadian markets (58.1% in the GTA), over 86% of properties have a grocery component, and a substantial development pipeline for future mixed-use intensification.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Prime Location Concentration**: Nearly 95% of portfolio value sits in Canada’s six largest urban markets, where structural supply constraints limit new retail construction.
- **Necessity-Based Tenancy**: Anchored by grocery and pharmacy, RioCan’s assets are resilient to e-commerce shifts and generate consistent foot traffic.
- **Development Land Bank**: Extensive zoned density (46.4% of total) provides a long-term growth runway for mixed-use projects that add residential and office components to retail sites.
- **Experienced Management Team**: Over 30 years of REIT operating history and a disciplined, execution-focused culture.

## Strategic Focus
- **Mixed-Use Intensification**: Unlocking value from its development pipeline by adding residential, office, and public amenities to existing retail properties.
- **Operational Discipline**: Maintaining high occupancy, controlling costs, and focusing on high-quality, necessity-based tenants.
- **ESG Leadership**: Scaling EV infrastructure, solar installations, and achieving BOMA BEST certifications across over 80% of gross leasable area, as outlined in the 2025 ESG Report.
- **Capital Allocation**: Prudent debt management and recycling capital into highest-return opportunities.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: RioCan describes itself as having the “stability and resources of an established company with the entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit of a start-up.” The values are Bold, Adaptable, Entrepreneurial, Responsible, and Trusted.
- **Learning & Growth**: Employees are encouraged to take calculated risks, make decisions quickly, and pursue continuous professional development. Many staff have spent their entire careers at RioCan due to varied challenges and advancement opportunities.
- **Diversity & Belonging**: Active DEI committee, Women’s Initiative Network, and Social committee. The company aims to be a diversity leader in Canadian real estate. 2025 employee engagement scored 90% (top decile).
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive package including health insurance, pension and RRSP matching, Employee Unit Purchase Plan, continuing education/training, maternity/parental leave top-up, wellness spending account, virtual healthcare, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- **Work Model**: All currently listed positions are **On-site** (Toronto, North York, Calgary). No hybrid or remote options are evident from the careers page.
- **Perks**: Entrepreneurial autonomy, exposure to high-impact real estate projects, and the stability of a large, publicly traded company.

## Sources
1. [RioCan.com – Home](https://www.riocan.com/English/home/default.aspx)
2. [RioCan.com – About / Who We Are](https://www.riocan.com/English/about/who-we-are/default.aspx)
3. [RioCan.com – Careers / Life at RioCan](https://www.riocan.com/English/careers/life-at-riocan/default.aspx)
4. [RioCan Jobs (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/riocan)
5. [LinkedIn – RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust](https://ca.linkedin.com/company/riocan-real-estate-investment-trust)

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