Internal Audit Manager

T+O+M Executive; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

T+O+M Executive in Sydney is seeking an Internal Audit Manager for a leading Telecommunications client. You will lead risk-based financial and operational audits, partner with senior stakeholders, and strengthen controls and governance across a large enterprise.

You will assess processes, identify control weaknesses, prepare audit reports, and drive action plans with strong analytical and communication skills. Big 4 or large corporate experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience within Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or a related governance environment, ideally gained within a Big 4 firm or large corporate organisation.
• CA/CPA or equivalent qualifications highly regarded.
• Strong experience in process analysis, controls assessment, risk identification, and development of practical business improvement recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical capabilities, project management skills, and a solid understanding of governance, risk management principles.
• Experience with audit management tools and exposure to data analytics tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to financial and operational audits across a large enterprise.
• Assess business processes, internal controls, risk management, and compliance obligations.
• Identify control weaknesses and develop practical recommendations with stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports and present findings to management.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to promote a strong risk and governance culture.

Skills

Internal Audit

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data analytics exposure

Microsoft Office

Governance principles

Education

Accounting / Commerce / CS / Engineering degree

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Audit management tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

Job description

We are currently looking for an Internal Audit Manager for one of our leading Telecommunications clients, working within a high-performing Internal Audit function to deliver risk-based financial and operational audits across a large and complex enterprise environment. This role offers the opportunity to partner with senior stakeholders, assess business risks and controls, and drive meaningful improvements across business processes, governance, and compliance frameworks. Based in Sydney, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's assurance activities and strengthening its control environment.

Lead and contribute to financial and operational audits, ensuring reviews are delivered in line with established Internal Audit methodologies and professional standards.

Assess business processes, internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance obligations across a broad range of operational functions.

Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and emerging risks, partnering with stakeholders to develop practical and commercially focused recommendations.

Prepare high-quality audit reports, present findings to management, and support the successful implementation of agreed action plans.

Build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business, influencing positive outcomes and promoting a strong risk and governance culture.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 4+ years' experience within Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or a related governance environment, ideally gained within a Big 4 firm or large corporate organisation.
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, with CA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualifications highly regarded.
• Strong experience in process analysis, controls assessment, risk identification, and development of practical business improvement recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical capabilities, project management skills, and a solid understanding of business operations, governance, and risk management principles.
• Experience working with audit management tools and Microsoft Office applications, with exposure to data analytics tools considered advantageous.