--- title: 'Senior Analyst, Internal Audit at Lightspeed Commerce, Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-analyst-internal-audit-lightspeed-commerce-inc-toronto-w2ak5031jw78' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Senior Analyst, Internal Audit at Lightspeed Commerce, Inc. - **Company:** [Lightspeed Commerce, Inc.](https://feeny.ai/companies/lightspeed-commerce-inc) - **Location:** Toronto, Canada - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-08-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/lightspeedhq/9898e1cb-3124-4a8c-88ba-7d05a138fe52 ## Job description Hi there! Thanks for stopping by 👋 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 and / or CISA (highly preferred). - 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. 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). - CPA, CFE, or other relevant professional certifications/degrees. 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 independentlyWe know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role... hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try! Be a changemaker You’ll enjoy: - A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work (3 days a week in office) - A culture that celebrates performance - The chance to make an impact in a team that’s big enough for career growth, but lean enough to make your voice heard - Career-defining opportunities Plus benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy and fulfilled. - Flexible paid time off and remote work policies - Equity options, because this is your company too - Contributions to your pension plan. Your future matters - Training opportunities to grow your skills and career - Health and wellness credit so you feel your best - Time off to volunteer and give back to your community - Interest groups, employee led networks, social committees to sponsored sports teams - Computer purchase program to get your personal Macbook - Enhanced parental leave to support growing families - Etc
 Fuel your growth. Find your people. At Lightspeed, your growth is our priority. We invest in you with continuous learning opportunities, global mobility and benefits designed to support you—all within a driven, diverse and inclusive team that’s passionate about empowering our communities At Lightspeed, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skill set, qualifications, experience, and market data. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We reasonably expect the total compensation for this position to be in the range of $95,000-$105,000/annually CAD. Lightspeed also provides a variety of employee benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, wellness, life and disability insurance, RRSP plan and match, paid parental leave top-up, and paid time off. Please note that this compensation information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within Ontario and reflects the amount Lightspeed is willing to pay at the time of this posting. This role represents an existing vacancy at Lightspeed. Lightspeed uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process; all hiring decisions are made by our recruiting and hiring teams. Please note that we ask applicants to disclose any criminal convictions, and we conduct criminal record checks as part of our hiring process for this role. To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WHERE TO FROM HERE? Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/. Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal’s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs. ## WHO WE ARE: Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Founded in MontrĂ©al, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. Lightspeed handles your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Statement https://www.lightspeedhq.com/legal/applicant-privacy-statement/. ## About Lightspeed Commerce, Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Lightspeed Commerce provides a unified cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) and payments platform that helps retail, hospitality, and golf businesses manage operations, accept payments, and grow across in-store and online channels. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: LSPD, TSX: LSPD) - **Headquarters**: Montreal, Quebec, Canada - **Founded**: 2005 - **Founders**: Dax Dasilva ## Core Business - **Primary Industries**: Retail Technology, Hospitality Technology, Payments, Software Development - **Target Customers**: B2B – small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in retail, restaurant, and golf sectors, from single-location independents to multi-location chains. - **Mission / Purpose**: To empower in-person businesses that define local neighborhoods and thriving cities, helping them simplify operations, scale efficiently, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. ## Products & Services - **Lightspeed Retail**: A POS system for retail stores with inventory management, omnichannel selling (in-store, online, social), customer management, and real-time analytics. - **Lightspeed Restaurant**: POS and management platform for full-service and quick-service restaurants, including table management, menu customization, and online ordering. - **Lightspeed Golf**: Specialized POS and booking system for golf courses, pro shops, and tee-time management. - **Lightspeed Payments**: Integrated payment processing that works across all Lightspeed POS systems, enabling fast settlement and simplified reconciliation. - **Lightspeed Insights (AI)**: AI-powered analytics that provide actionable business insights, inventory forecasting, and sales reporting. - **Lightspeed eCommerce**: Online store builder that syncs inventory and orders with in-store operations. - **Lightspeed Wholesale**: Platform for buying wholesale from top brands and syncing orders directly to the POS. - **Integrations & Marketplace**: Extensive library of third-party integrations (accounting, marketing, loyalty, etc.) and a funding program for eligible merchants. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Approximately USD 11.3 billion (as of mid-2026) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeedcommerce) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of USD 1.08 billion (fiscal 2025); processed $91.3 billion in Gross Transaction Value (GTV) in fiscal 2025 [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/about/) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Series A led by Accel; Series B led by Inovia Capital; Series C led by Investissement QuĂ©bec and La Caisse; Series D led by La Caisse; post-IPO equity round of $716M in 2021. Strategic acquisitions include Upserve, Kounta, ShopKeep, and Ecwid. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeedcommerce) - **Growth Signals**: ~144,000 merchant locations worldwide (fiscal 2025); headcount of ~2,676 employees (+12.9% YoY); expanded into 34 countries; active job postings up 42.8% quarter-over-quarter. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeedcommerce) ## Competitive Advantages - **Unified Platform**: Seamlessly connects POS, payments, eCommerce, inventory, and analytics in one system, reducing complexity for merchants. - **Industry Specialization**: Dedicated solutions for retail, restaurant, and golf verticals with deep workflows and integrations tailored to each. - **Global Scale & Local Support**: Operations in 34 countries with 24/7 customer support, serving merchants in over 100 countries. - **Strong Ecosystem**: Large app marketplace, wholesale network, and funding program create stickiness and reduce churn. - **20 Years of Domain Expertise**: Established brand trust and deep understanding of merchant pain points. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/about/) ## Strategic Focus - **Payments Growth**: Expanding Lightspeed Payments to increase revenue per merchant and capture transaction volume. - **AI & Data Insights**: Investing in AI-powered tools (Lightspeed Insights) to help merchants make data-driven decisions and optimize inventory. - **Multi-Channel Commerce**: Deepening integration between online and in-store selling, including social commerce partnerships (e.g., Meta). - **Global Expansion**: Continuing to enter new geographic markets and verticals (e.g., CBD, bike, sports) while scaling existing ones. - **Acquisitions & Integration**: Absorbing acquired companies (Upserve, Ecwid) into a single cohesive platform. ## Why Work Here - **Flexible Work Policy**: Hybrid model with “flexible paid time off” and the option to work remotely up to two months per year. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/) - **Equity & Benefits**: Stock options (equity in a public company), pension plan contributions, health and wellness credit, computer purchase program, and volunteer time off. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/) - **Culture & Values**: Employee-led networks, office culture clubs, and special interest groups; strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaborative environment that values “real people” beyond resumes. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/hiring/) - **Growth Opportunities**: Continuous learning, global career development, and exposure to cutting-edge tech across retail, payments, and AI. - **Interview Process**: Structured, transparent hiring with a work sample test and a focus on two-way conversation. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/hiring/) - **Engineering Culture**: Team of 639 technical staff (18% of workforce); environment described as “infused with culture, just as much as code.” [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeedcommerce) [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/) ## Sources 1. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/about/) – About Lightspeed: GTV, locations, history, values 2. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/) – Careers page: benefits, remote policy, culture 3. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/careers/hiring/) – Hiring FAQ: interview process, DEI, work style 4. [lightspeedhq.com](https://www.lightspeedhq.com/) – Product overview: POS, payments, AI, eCommerce 5. 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