aps6 audit and assurance officer.

Are you looking for a front-row seat to Australia’s clean energy transition? As the Audit and Assurance Officer for Our Federal Government Client, you will play a vital role in supporting their governance and risk environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the industry, research, and government initiatives driving national change while ensuring Our Client meets its accountability and performance obligations.

Working with a high degree of independence, you will coordinate internal audit activities, manage information flows, and build strong rapport with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

• Audit Coordination: Support the internal audit program by scheduling activities, tracking deliverables, and maintaining audit documentation.
• External Liaison: Act as a point of contact for external auditors (including the ANAO and internal audit providers) under direction.
• Quality Control: Coordinate and quality-check responses to audit requests to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track audit findings and management actions, following up with business areas and escalating issues as required.
• Framework Support: Assist in ensuring assurance activities align with the enterprise risk management framework and legislative obligations.
• Reporting: Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, and papers for senior executives and the Audit and Risk Committee.

To be successful in this role, you will be a responsive and organized professional with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in assurance, internal audit, risk management, or governance.
• Experience supporting or coordinating audits and working with external auditors.
• A sound understanding of internal controls and assurance principles, preferably within a public sector context.
• Well-developed judgement, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefs and advice.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience working in the Commonwealth public sector.
• Exposure to ANAO audits, Audit and Risk Committees, or APS governance frameworks.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, audit, or risk.

Our Client is a Corporate Commonwealth entity dedicated to improving the competitiveness of renewable energy and supporting Australia's net-zero goals. They offer:

• Impactful Work: Contribute to significant positive change in Australia’s energy sector and environment.
• Flexible Culture: Our Client provides flexible working arrangements and an inclusive environment where employees are empowered and valued.
• Innovation & Collaboration: Work in a team that values open communication and strives to drive innovation.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to hit the ground running, we encourage you to apply now!
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply immediately*. Apply Today, or feel free to reach out on the contact number below for a confidential chat.
*Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo a series of pre-engagement checks including but not limited to a National Police Criminal Check, and provide two viable reference checks.*

Jade Duggan
Senior Client Specialist

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