Who we are: The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia's largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production.
Established back in 1824, we've been doing this a while – in fact, we're Australia's oldest continuously operating company.
We've had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training, and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to.
We're dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we'd love you to join us.
As a member of AACo's Legal team, your role will encompass a broad range of responsibilities, covering both operational and financial processes within AACo.
It's all about building bridges and fostering relationships with stakeholders across our business.
Plus, you should be ready for some occasional travel to get a closer look at our extensive network of properties.
Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with our outsource internal audit partner to develop the annual Internal Audit Plan and define the scope of internal audit engagements, and provide support in coordinating activities and engaging with the right people Prepare and present management reports on internal audit results, recommendations, and agreed actions Work closely with our external auditor to ensure their recommendations are communicated and tracked alongside internal audit findings Conduct follow-up reviews to monitor management's progress in addressing audit recommendations Independently plan, execute, and report on assurance activities to complement the annual Internal Audit plan conducted by our outsource provider Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls and streamline processes, collaborating with operational stakeholders to implement improvements Maintain a repository of standard operating procedures and essential internal controls to enhance audit efficiency and support risk management Stay up-to-date with the latest internal audit and compliance best practices, tools, and techniques Periodically monitor and report on the performance of the outsource Internal Audit partner Review, update, and maintain compliance systems, records, and processes within AACo Support the identification of key compliance obligations and emerging compliance requirements impacting AACo Maintain visibility over compliance workflows managed by our operations teams