Audit - External (Accounting)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
Job no: 637852
Employment type: Multiple temporary (term) roles available - up to 2 years
Salary: $108,109 - $116,864 pa (ASO7 classification level) plus 11.5% superannuation
About us
The Audit Office of South Australia is the independent auditor of the South Australian public sector. The Office reports directly to the South Australian Parliament on the audits of the finances, systems and processes of both state and local government agencies.
As a trusted and independent body, we help ensure government accountability while influencing better public sector performance outcomes for all South Australians.
What we offer
A great place to grow your career, providing you with auditing, financial, accounting and management experience. A friendly and supportive team culture. We promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time employment, flexitime, and work from home. Training opportunities to support your career development. Social events, to have some fun in your work life. About this role
The Principal Audit Manager works in a small team within the Financial Audit Branch, responsible for planning, conducting and reporting on independent audits.
The Principal Audit Manager is accountable to an Executive Director/Assistant Auditor-General (Financial Audit) for:
the effective management of a team of audit professionals and planning, conducting and reporting on independent financial compliance audits of significant public sector agencies and reviews of internal controls autonomously initiating, planning, conducting and reporting on issues of special significance and areas warranting extended audit reviews contributing significantly to the development and implementation of corporate and annual plan strategies. The expectation is that you will be appointed at our ASO7 salary level. Consideration will be given to a higher salary if you can demonstrate higher level skills and experience (see the role description for details).
During the audit report period, you will be working additional hours, and compensation is provided.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
demonstrated ability in applying accounting and auditing standards and practices to resolve complex issues demonstrated experience in interpreting legislation understanding of and ability to apply government accountability frameworks demonstrated ability to apply a high standard of professional scepticism and critical analysis highly developed leadership skills demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, in particular a record of communicating complex and/or sensitive concepts and issues effectively demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships, in particular the ability to maintain a sound ongoing relationship whilst dealing with adversarial or conflict situations. To be considered for this role, it is essential that you have:
completed an appropriate Bachelor level degree in accounting or commerce (majoring in accounting), recognised in Australia under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), or an appropriate degree recognised by the Auditor-General full membership of a professional accounting body, recognised by the Auditor-General Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident at the time of applying. Specific requirements
Employment is subject to a national criminal history record check. Shortlisted candidate/s will be asked to complete a pre-employment declaration. How to apply
Please click 'Apply ' and it will direct you to our online application process (if you are on the Seek jobs board please click here to apply do not apply on Seek).
Your application will need to include a cover letter, resume and any other relevant documentation that supports your application. Please address your cover letter to Human Resources. Your cover letter should be a maximum of two pages and must directly address the following three competencies , listed in the role description:
The Audit Office of South Australia promotes diversity and flexible ways of working.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the diversity of our Office.
We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and women at the more senior levels.
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