Eligibility
Open to Everyone
Employment type
Ongoing and temporary roles
About us
The Audit Office of South Australia is the independent auditor of the South Australian (SA) public sector. Our office reports directly to the SA Parliament on the audits of the finances, systems and processes of both state and local government agencies.
Our audits identify whether services and activities are effective, efficient and properly accounted for. We also provide recommendations to public sector agencies on future improvements they could make to deliver better outcomes to the South Australian community.
What we offer
- A great place to start your career, providing you with auditing, financial, accounting and management experience.
- An ongoing position with a well-structured probation process, to help ensure your successful transition into the role.
- An industry comparable salary, with all additional hours compensated.
- A friendly and supportive team culture.
- Versatile ways of working including working from home, flexitime and special leave.
- Study support to complete your professional accounting development.
- Training opportunities to support your career development.
- Social events, to have some fun in your work life.
Please visit our website for more information about our Office.
About the role
The Auditor (ASO3) is our graduate / entry level role and is responsible for assisting with financial compliance and internal controls audits, and conducting reviews on issues of importance and interest in the public sector.
About you
The successful candidate / s will need to have understanding and awareness (gained through your tertiary studies in accounting) of:
- accounting methods and procedures
- social and economic environment and the responsibility placed on the department for public accountability
- accounting and auditing standards and practices
- audit strategy and scope.
Please see the role description (attached below) for more detail about the role.
Essential requirements
- Completed a degree in accounting or commerce (majoring in accounting) or an appropriate degree recognised by the Auditor-General (candidates may still be considered if there is a small, part-time study gap to meet the degree qualification at the time of commencing in the role).
- The completed degree must meet the requirements for entry into the professional accounting program offered by CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (through their accredited tertiary degree entry pathways).
- Be an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident at the time of applying.
Specific requirements
- Shortlisted candidate / s will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration form and provide evidence of Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency.
- Recommended candidate / s will be required to undergo a national criminal history check.
How to apply
Please click ‘Apply’ and it will direct you to our online application.
Your application must include a cover letter, resume, academic transcript / s and any other relevant documentation that supports your application.
Your cover letter should be no longer than two pages and address the following three competencies (outlined in the role description):
- achieves results
- leading and relating to people
- problem solving.
Please click on and read the role description (attached below) and the information for candidates (attached below), to assist you with your application.
An automated acknowledgement will be received on submission of your application.
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