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Senior Consultant - Internal Audit - Risk Consulting
The opportunity
We are on the lookout for a Senior Consultant to join our Process and Controls team, focusing on internal audit and assurance services within the government & public sector. This role is about more than audits and controls; it's about being a part of a team that is integral to ensuring that government departments and agencies operate at their best. Your work will help to enhance the services government delivers to citizens, safeguard public funds, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide insights that lead to better governance and service delivery.
This role is based in Canberra - Ngambri. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery internal audit projects, ensuring that all engagements are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality.
* Work closely with clients to understand their needs and develop tailored internal audit strategies that effectively address risk management and process controls.
* Apply your project management skills to oversee the successful execution of audit plans, from initiation to completion.
Skills And Attributes for Success
To be considered for this role you must have:
* Some experience in project delivery, perhaps within the internal audit or risk management space, or within the public sector.
* A foundation in risk and control principles, a track record of managing audit or risk related projects with diligence and precision, or a willingness to learn.
* Australian citizenship and the ability to work in Canberra. The applicant needs to be willing to hold or upgrade to an NV1 clearance.
Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below but don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.
* Excellent communication, inter-personal and organisational skills, with the capacity to influence project teams towards successful delivery.
* Progress towards professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar) or a commitment to achieving them.
* Tertiary qualifications.
* Experience with digital audit tools and enthusiasm for adopting cutting-edge technologies
What We Offer You
At EY, we'll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .
* Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape We'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
* Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
* A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
* Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
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