Director, Financial Audit • Bring your passion for effective and accountable government • Join a flexible, progressive, people focussed culture Who are we? For almost 200 years, the Auditor-General has assisted the parliament of New South Wales to hold government accountable for its use of public resources. We do this by conducting independent audits across a diverse client base in sectors including health, education, justice, emergency services, transport, planning, environment and local government. We have a people-focused culture, supported by corporate values that encourage pride in purpose, curiosity and open-mindedness, courage and integrity. Today, the Audit Office has a culture that is centred around valuing people. Integrity, curiosity, courage and pride in purpose are our other deeply held shared values. At the Audit Office, you won't just fit in. You'll belong. How will you contribute? As a Director Financial Audit, you will be a member of the leadership team, contributing to the vision, mission, values, goals, and strategies. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality financial audits for a portfolio of clients and provide high level professional advice to the Auditor-General, Deputy Auditor-General and Executive across your portfolio. Key responsibilities of this role include: Ensure the required quality of all audit work as specified by the Audit Office's audit methodology, professional standards and legislation is achieved. Manage the performance of team members to achieve the Audit Office's vision, mission, values, goals and strategies. A commitment to audit excellence by fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Effectively manage relationships with internal and external parties, including government agencies. Issue sound and well-reasoned audit and other assurance opinions. Develop compelling reports with observations and recommendations that are supported by appropriate evidence and analysis of data. Deliver specific strategic corporate objectives as agreed. Ensure compliance with the Audit Office Code of Conduct and all other internal policies, business rules and procedures including records management and workplace health and safety policies. What will you need to succeed? We are seeking talented leaders who are passionate about effective and accountable government. Your relevant professional experience may be from audit and leadership roles within a large audit firm or from the public sector where you have shown the ability to uphold and apply professional ethical and auditing standards. It is essential that you can engage with senior stakeholders in complex and sensitive contexts, develop high quality written reports, and have a constructive leadership style that enables a collaborative, agile and empowered culture. You will also need: A tertiary qualification in an appropriate business discipline and full membership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand or the Institute of Public Accountants. A sound understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards, auditing concepts and techniques. Australian permanent resident or citizen or New Zealand citizen. What are the benefits? On offer is flexible work practices and a total remuneration package (including superannuation) ranging from $228,456 to $320,294 p.a depending on experience, skills and capabilities. The Audit Office is a rewarding, challenging and impactful place to work where we value diversity and take a collaborative approach to 'getting things done'. Here you can have a career with purpose, and real work-life balance as well as unique opportunities for professional development and personal growth. How can you get started? The Audit Office of New South Wales values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse groups and those with a disability. Your application must include your resume, as well as a cover letter. If you are interested, click HERE to Apply Now . Applications close on Midnight Monday 30 September 2024. For further information please contact Aaron Green on 02 9275 7209 or email people.servicedeskaudit.nsw.gov.au or visit www.audit.nsw.gov.au for more information about the Audit Office and the important work we do.
