Audit Manager, Financial Audit — Hybrid/Remote

Council Jobs; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work arrangement

Learning and development support

Course fee reimbursement

Professional membership fees

Generous leave

Job summary

ACT Audit Office is seeking an experienced Audit Manager / Senior Auditor, Financial Audit to conduct audits of financial statements within the ACT Government. The role requires integrity, strong accounting and auditing skills, and the ability to write reports that withstand public scrutiny.

The successful candidate will oversee planning, execution, and supervision of audit engagements, ensuring quality and timeliness while promoting accountability across health, education, infrastructure, and

Qualifications

• Experience in financial audits and public sector reporting.
• Strong accounting and auditing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to objectively analyse issues, evaluate evidence and write sound reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete assigned financial audit tasks.
• Lead small audit teams and provide guidance to staff.
• Prepare clear, concise reports suitable for public scrutiny.
• Contribute to the highest levels of financial management and accountability within the ACT Government.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

Professional Accounting qualifications

Auditing qualifications

Data analytics qualifications

Information Technology qualifications

Job description

ACT Audit Office is seeking an experienced Audit Manager / Senior Auditor, Financial Audit to conduct audits of financial statements within the ACT Government. The role requires integrity, strong accounting and auditing skills, and the ability to write reports that withstand public scrutiny.

The successful candidate will oversee planning, execution, and supervision of audit engagements, ensuring quality and timeliness while promoting accountability across health, education, infrastructure, and