Audit Methodology Manager: Elevate Quality & Frameworks

BDO; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO is seeking a Manager – Methodology within the Audit Professional Practice Department (APPD) to lead the development and enhancement of audit methodologies and related tools. You will work with engagement teams and AAQ to apply methodologies consistently across engagements, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Learning & Development, service lines and stakeholders to identify gaps, deliver guidance materials, and promote continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• This role requires strong technical judgement, project management capability and the ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining a focus on audit quality and user experience.
• Strong background in external audit gained from a reputable professional services firm
• Strong knowledge of International Standards on Auditing and Assurance
• Experience in audit quality initiatives and activities, including the design and production of resources, and the design and facilitation of learning sessions

Responsibilities

• Support development, maintenance and implementation of quality frameworks and audit methodologies.
• Execute and contribute to methodology projects, owning workstreams and deliverables.
• Monitor changes to professional standards and regulatory requirements for methodologies.
• Help develop templates, guidance materials and resources for consistency and compliance.
• Assist in technical consultations on audit methodology matters.
• Engage with service lines and Learning & Development to identify capability gaps and risks.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives to enhance the firm's audit capabilities.

Skills

Strong technical judgement

Project management

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

CA Qualified or equivalent

Job description

BDO is seeking a Manager – Methodology within the Audit Professional Practice Department (APPD) to lead the development and enhancement of audit methodologies and related tools. You will work with engagement teams and AAQ to apply methodologies consistently across engagements, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Learning & Development, service lines and stakeholders to identify gaps, deliver guidance materials, and promote continuous improvement in