Job Opportunity
The Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee seeks two independent members to join their team from February 2026.
About Our Committee
* The ARIC reviews and provides independent advice to Council on how it is managing risk, whether the internal controls are working and whether the Council is functioning effectively.
* Each Council is required to have an ARIC that comprises an independent chairperson and at least two independent members that meet the eligibility criteria set out in the Office of Local Government's Guidelines for Risk Management and Internal Audit for Local Government in NSW.
Main Responsibilities
* Take a professional approach to responsibilities, including an appropriate commitment of time and effort and participation in mandatory training.
* Know the business, culture and values of the council and take the time to understand changes that affect how the council operates and its risks.
* Have sufficient understanding of the council's financial reporting responsibilities to be able to contribute to the committee's consideration of the annual financial reports.
Requirements
* Ability to read and understand financial statements and a capacity to understand the ethical requirements of government (including potential conflicts of interest).
* Functional knowledge in areas such as risk management, performance management, human resources management, internal and external auditing, financial reporting, accounting, management control frameworks, internal financial controls, governance (including planning, reporting and oversight), or business operations.
This position involves contributing to high-level decision-making within a council setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.