Audit & Assurance - Audit Senior

RSM Australia; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia in Ballarat seeks an Audit Senior to join our expanding Assurance & Advisory team on a permanent basis.

You will manage a portfolio of clients across listed, private, not-for-profit and government entities, coordinating planning, fieldwork and reporting to completion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in auditing.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• CA qualification or near qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of Australian Auditing Standards and Corporations Act.
• Proactive problem-solving and team mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients through planning, delivering and reporting on audit engagements.
• Document audit tests and findings across diverse client bases.
• Identify technical accounting and audit issues and address them.
• Review financial statements for compliance with standards and prepare reports.

Skills

2+ years’ experience

Exceptional communication

People skills

CA qualified or near

Auditing standards knowledge

Problem-solving

Mentoring teammates

Education

CA qualification or near

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

At 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

Our Ballarat Assurance & Advisory team is experiencing unprecedented growth. At the same time, we are proud of maintaining our culture and importantly, reasonable working hours. Growth means a wealth of opportunities for talented and ambitious individuals who are looking to make the switch and fast-track their careers.

We are seeking like-minded, talented Audit Seniors, or those ready to make that next step, to join our growing team on a permanent basis and be part of our success story.

As an Auditor in RSM, you will be working with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders including listed, private, not for profit and government clients. Your main duties will include managing a portfolio of clients through planning, delivering and reporting on their audit requirements.

In This Role You Will

• Complete audit work papers by documenting audit tests and findings of significant and complex audit areas;
• Identify and address technical accounting and audit issues;
• Review financial statements to ensure compliance with Accounting Standards and preparation of reports and opinions to management;
• Conduct various audit engagements simultaneously with numerous engagement team members per audit; and
• Assist with management and co-ordination of the audit team including training, mentoring and methodology compliance.

About You

• 2+ years’ experience
• Experience AICing a variety of jobs and supervising team members
• Exceptional communication and people skills
• CA qualified or near qualified
• As passionate about contributing to a great team culture as you are about serving clients and making a difference
• Working knowledge of Australian (or International) Auditing Standards and Australian Corporations Act
• Inherent problem-solving skills and an inquisitive mind
• Craving to add value by providing first class service in response to client demands
• Demonstrate problem solving and decision making skills

Location: 12 Anderson St W, Ballarat Central VIC 3350

Salary: Between $85,000 - $95,000 package including super, depending on experience

Open date: 9 July 2026

Close date: 7 August 2026

Life 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.