Executive Leader, Internal Audit & Governance

Bayside Group BH; Sydney; On-site; AUD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayside Group is seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function within an established organisation operating in a complex, highly regulated environment on a 12 Month FTC. This senior leadership role sets the internal audit strategy and provides independent, evidence-based advice to executive management and governance committees.

As Head of Internal Audit, you will direct strategic planning, audit methodology, quality assurance and coverage of significant risks

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level internal audit experience leading function or large enterprise audit programs.
• Expertise in risk-based assurance, governance and enterprise risk management.
• Proven stakeholder engagement with boards and executives and ability to influence decisions.
• CIA/CA/CPA and professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Internal Audit function, including strategic planning, audit methodology, quality assurance and overall performance.
• Develop and oversee risk-based internal audit plans, ensuring coverage of significant operational, financial, regulatory and governance risks.
• Provide independent, objective advice and reporting to executive management and the Risk and Audit Committee on internal controls, risk management and compliance.
• Oversee complex assurance and advisory engagements, delivering clear findings and practical recommendations.
• Monitor and assess the implementation and effectiveness of management's corrective actions.
• Maintain and improve internal audit frameworks, policies and practices in line with professional standards.
• Lead and develop senior audit professionals, manage external assurance providers and build relationships across the organisation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Risk-based assurance

Governance

Enterprise risk management

Regulatory compliance

Internal controls

Board engagement

Findings presentation

Influence management

Audit strategy development

Quality assurance

People leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Education

CIA

CA/CPA

Job description

Bayside Group is seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function within an established organisation operating in a complex, highly regulated environment on a 12 Month FTC. This senior leadership role sets the internal audit strategy and provides independent, evidence-based advice to executive management and governance committees.

As Head of Internal Audit, you will direct strategic planning, audit methodology, quality assurance and coverage of significant risks