Audit Senior - Audit & Assurance

RSM Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a Senior Auditor to work with a diverse client portfolio, delivering high-quality audits and building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.

You will lead engagements end-to-end, review financial statements for compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, and mentor junior staff while applying RSM methodologies. This role offers growth within a global network and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in external audit within professional services or public practice.
• Progress toward or completion of CA or CPA qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and auditing frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Managing audit engagements end-to-end from planning to completion and reporting.
• Preparing high-quality audit work papers and documenting findings across complex areas.
• Identifying, assessing and resolving technical accounting and audit matters.
• Reviewing financial statements for compliance with Accounting Standards.
• Leading, mentoring and developing team members across engagements.
• Applying and upholding RSM's audit methodology and quality standards.

Skills

External audit experience

CA or CPA in progress

Australian Accounting Standards

Prioritisation & time management

Client communication

Mentoring / people development

Education

CA or CPA qualification (in progress)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

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:

As a Senior Auditor, you'll work with a diverse and engaging client portfolio, gaining exposure to complex audits and industries across the market. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, insight-driven audit services while building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing audit engagements end-to-end, from planning through to completion and reporting
• Preparing high-quality audit work papers and documenting findings across complex audit areas
• Identifying, assessing and resolving technical accounting and audit matters
• Reviewing financial statements to ensure compliance with relevant Accounting Standards
• Leading, mentoring and developing team members across multiple engagements
• Applying and upholding RSM's audit methodology and quality standards

About you:

You're a motivated audit professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, high-performing environment and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes for clients. You're technically capable, commercially aware, and ready to continue building your career with a firm that supports your growth.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience in external audit, ideally within a professional services or public practice environment
• Progress toward, or completion of, CA or CPA qualifications
• A strong working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and auditing frameworks
• The ability to manage priorities across multiple engagements and meet deadlines with confidence
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
• A team-focused mindset, with an interest in mentoring and supporting the development of others

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.