Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Education
Salary: $109,730 - $132,764
Occupation: Accounting
Reference: VG/PES/20004108
About the Department
The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st-century economy and society.
About the Division
The Assurance, Knowledge and Executive Services Division (AKESD) has the following functions:
Internal audit planning and delivery, School Council Financial Assurance program and follow-up of audit action implementation
Supporting the Victorian Auditor-General's Office (VAGO) performance audits and the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC)
Cabinet and Parliament support, including board appointments
Freedom of Information
Briefings and correspondence support
Departmental Liaison Unit
Privacy advice and support
Records and digital content management, SharePoint and copyright advice and support
Mail services.
About the Role
The roles and responsibilities of the Senior Audit Officer (Schools) are to:
Undertake internal audits (school and corporate) based on the Internal Audit Plan or ad-hoc requests
Assist in managing the schools Agreed-upon Procedures (AUPs) program
Follow up on the implementation of management actions arising from the school and corporate audits
Assist in the annual development of a risk-based internal audit rolling program for schools
Prepare reports and briefings for the department's ARC and the Executive Board
Work closely with business areas within the department responsible for overseeing (schools and corporate) financial and operational activities
Assist with audit and risk-related business/process improvement initiatives and contribute to the provision of advice and assurance support to school management on matters of governance, compliance, controls, and risk management
Travel across the State of Victoria from time to time as part of delivering the audits
Build strong relationships with business areas and act as a trusted advisor.
This role may also be required to undertake other tasks such as maintenance of audit tools and assisting with the Division's activities as required.
Capabilities
The ideal candidate stays calm under pressure, is decisive and supports a culture of collaboration. They excel in finding innovative solutions for stakeholder issues and identifying underlying needs. They build mutually beneficial partnerships by addressing common issues and understanding organisational contexts. They clarify problems, negotiate actions, and manage risks effectively. They communicate clearly and fluently, both orally and in writing, ensuring all communications are well-structured and purposeful.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Understanding of auditing, accounting and financial reporting.
Experience in applying internal controls to assess business processes.
Knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO, and ISO31000 risk management practices.
Familiarity with risk and assurance tools, including data analytics and control self-assessment.
Ability to conduct thorough research for audit planning.
Knowledge of government legislation, policies, and procedures related to internal audit.
Mandatory Qualifications
Essential: Bachelor's degree in a related field
Essential: CA / CPA / CIA designation or equivalent
How to Apply
Applicants are asked to provide a statement of no more than two pages against the Key Selection Criteria including addressing the essential qualifications and experience listed.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Uzma Hashim, Manager Compliance and Operational (Schools) via (03) 7022 0149 or ******.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
Applications close 11:59pm on Friday 8 November 2024.
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