Auditor (Various) Financial Audit and Performance Audit
Tasmanian Audit Office
Office of the Auditor General
Seeking Auditors to work within either Financial Audit Services (FAS), focused on financial statement audits, financial management enhancement, and reporting to Parliament; or Performance Audit Services (PAS), concentrating on performance, compliance, and investigative audits to improve government efficiency and accountability, with consideration given to applicant skills and preferences for both areas.
We are a leading auditing organisation in Tasmania, dedicated to providing top-notch auditing services to a diverse range of auditees. As a talented and motivated individual, you will have opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement, working in a collaborative and supportive team culture and undertaking impactful work through enhancing organisational performance and financial integrity.
You will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about ensuring accountability and transparency in the public sector. If you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to improve organisational performance, we would love to hear from you.
About the roles:
We offer two main business units: Financial Audit Services (FAS) and Performance Audit Services (PAS). We will consider your skills and preferences for both business units.
FAS delivers the Office's financial audit program. This unit conducts:
* audits of the financial statements of the Treasurer and of all State entities, grant acquittal audits and other financial attest audits.
* projects to enhance confidence in financial management and reporting by State entities.
* reports to Parliament on matters arising from audits, analysis of financial results and other activities in accordance with relevant legislation.
PAS delivers performance audits, compliance audits and investigations. These assess the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of Government programs. We examine whether Government agencies are compliant with relevant legislation, conducted their work in a transparent and accountable manner. We report to Parliament on our findings and make recommendations to agencies on how they can improve their work.
Duties
* Assists with audits and supports teams to deliver audits within agreed cost, time and quality standards.
* Utilises information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
* Where required, effectively supervise team members including providing clear instructions, timely review of work completed and provision of constructive feedback.
* Assists with the collection and analysis of evidence and data.
* Takes interview notes and maintains working papers to record evidence of audit work.
* Maintains regular and professional relationships with personnel in organisations under review.
* Assists in preparing elements of draft reports on the outcomes of audits for discussion with clients and internal review prior to tabling in Parliament.
* Contributes to team cohesiveness and maintains professional and collaborative relationships within the Office.
* Undertakes other relevant duties as directed.
Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators developed and agreed to in annual performance plans.
Essential qualifications and requirements
You must satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are conducted:
* Conviction checks in various categories.
* Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
You must meet the following essential requirements:
* Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution, or ongoing attainment of such a qualification.
* Driver's licence.
Your application
Please upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. You should also attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.