Audit Assistant - Audit & Assurance

Rsm-; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking an Audit Assistant to join our Ballarat office. If you have some audit experience and want a firm that supports your CA journey and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

By working with experienced professionals, you'll gain hands-on experience across engagements, develop technical and professional skills, and contribute to a diverse client base. Our Ballarat team offers a supportive, growth-oriented environment and clear CA pathway.

Qualifications

• A Business or Commerce degree with an Accounting major.
• CA studies (or an equivalent qualification).
• Approximately 6–12 months of audit experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Genuine desire to learn and build a long-term career in professional services.

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end audit engagements for diverse clients.
• Prepare workpapers, testing documents, and findings.
• Support audit planning and fieldwork activities.
• Develop knowledge of Accounting and Auditing Standards.
• Utilise audit technology and electronic tools.
• Contribute to client reports and management communications.
• Maintain training records and timesheets.

Skills

Audit experience

CA studies

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Business/Commerce degree with Accounting major

Tools

Audit software

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITIONAt RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change for both our clients and our people.RSM Australia supports a people-centric and collaborative culture where we are committed to empowering and developing you. As a leading professional services firm, we connect you to an extensive network of global resources and invest in your future. We value the meaningful work that you do and encourage you to be a part of the change.Our value proposition is our commitment to you; it highlights the experiences, benefits, and value that you can expect as part of RSM. This is underpinned by our three values – integrity in everything that we do, supporting clients everywhere, and developing and valuing everyone.Who we are:RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world’s 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.About the role:Kick-start your Audit career with a global firm that invests in your future.We're looking for an Audit Assistant to join our Ballarat office. If you have some audit experience under your belt and are looking for a firm that will support your professional development, provide exposure to a diverse client base, and invest in your CA journey, we'd love to hear from you.We are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive, build confidence, and develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in audit.What You'll Be DoingAs an Audit Assistant, you'll work closely with experienced audit professionals and gain hands-on experience across a broad range of engagements. Your responsibilities will include:Applying fundamental audit skills within the RSM audit methodologyPreparing and completing audit workpapers, documenting testing and findingsAssisting with audit planning and fieldwork activitiesDeveloping your knowledge of Accounting and Auditing StandardsUsing leading audit technology and electronic audit toolsAssisting in the preparation of reports and documentation for clients and managementSupporting senior team members with audit engagements and client requirementsMaintaining training records, timesheets and other administrative requirementsAbout you:What We're Looking ForTo be successful in this role, you'll have:A Business or Commerce degree with an Accounting majorCompleted or commenced CA studies (or an equivalent qualification)Approximately 6-12 months of audit experienceStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detail and analytical skillsThe ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a teamA genuine desire to learn, grow and build a long-term career in professional servicesLife at RSM:RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.How to apply:Please click on the “apply” button and complete our online application form.Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance.