Assistant Manager (various)

Tasmanian Government; City of Hobart; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Hobart is seeking an Assistant Manager for Financial Audit Services. The role involves delivering audits, supervising teams, and executing high-risk audit plans. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills. This position offers a permanent, full-time employment along with a competitive salary range of $99,482 to $104,352 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in executing audit plans for high-risk areas.
• Ability to utilize information technology for audit work.
• Proven experience in supervising team members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development and execution of audit plans.
• Supervise team members and provide constructive feedback.
• Liaise with client staff, maintaining professional relationships.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Accounting/auditing certificate

Job description

Audit Tasmania
Financial Audit Services
Financial Audit Services

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 12 October, 2025 11:55 PM

Sunday 12 October, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5

$99,482.00 to $104,352.00 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

The Financial Audit Services Unit is responsible for the delivery of the Office’s financial audit program, including carrying out audits of the financial statements of the Treasurer and all State entities, grant acquittal audits and other financial attest audits; undertaking projects aimed at enhancing the degree of confidence in financial management and reporting by State entities; and reporting to Parliament on matters arising from audits, analysis of financial results and other activities in accordance with relevant legislation.The Assistant Manager is responsible for the delivery of the assigned work to ensure it meets the agreed requirements and expectations and is delivered within established timeframes and budgets, while providing technical leadership to other team members. The Assistant Manager undertakes the Engagement Leader role for low risk audits, the Team Leader role on small high risk audits and may coordinate small teams for the delivery of audits and projects.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight- flexible options available.

Duties

In the context of assigned work (which would generally be of a higher risk and less complex or of a moderate risk nature):

• Coordinate the development and execution of audit plans in accordance with the requirements of the auditing standards and within the framework of the Office’s audit methodology. Usually execute the audit plan for high-risk areas.
• Utilise current information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
• Be the primary contact for assigned audits and take on responsibility for the overall quality of those audits.
• Effectively supervise team members including providing clear instructions, timely review of work completed and provision of constructive feedback.
• Organise self and team members to deliver work that meets the agreed requirements and expectations including established timeframes and budgets, as well as communicating progress to relevant parties.
• Liaise with client staff with a focus on developing and maintaining professional working relationships.
• Effectively resolve technical matters arising during the course of work, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of reports that include compelling narrative with observations and recommendations that are supported by appropriate evidence and analysis of data.
• Work towards developing the knowledge, skills and experience of other team members and contribute to the overall achievement of Office outcomes.

Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators that are developed and agreed to for each role in the Office and documented in annual Performance Plans.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before takingup theappointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

• Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
• A tertiary qualification at degree level in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Completion of a recognised accounting/auditing certificate program, that includes either three years supervised/mentored practical experience or five years unsupervised practical experience in accounting/auditing.
• Driver’s Licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

• 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 (please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria).
• Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to theAdvice to Applicants document for further information.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

For more information, please contact:

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.