Manager - Internal Audit

BPT The Birdanco Practice Trust; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a senior leader to head risk advisory services, guiding client engagements and developing a high-performing team. You will mentor staff, manage complex governance projects, and build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

The role requires strategic thinking, governance expertise and a collaborative leadership approach across a diverse portfolio including public sector clients. A relevant degree and professional memberships are preferred.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in Professional Services.
• Experience managing a team.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Desirable exposure to working with public sector clients.
• Business development exposure.
• Relevant certification or professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit and risk advisory engagements to a high standard, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and develop audit team members, including workload planning, resource allocation, training, coaching and methodology compliance.
• Build strong client relationships, engage with senior stakeholders, understand business operations and provide practical risk and assurance solutions.
• Review engagement work, identify and resolve technical, ethical and quality issues, prepare reports and recommendations, and provide key insights to Partners.
• Drive commercial performance through effective budgeting, fee management, profitability oversight and coordination with internal teams and service lines.
• Support business growth by identifying client opportunities, contributing to business development activities, sharing technical expertise and delivering professional presentations and client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Autonomy

Education

Tertiary degree

Certification or professional membership

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

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:

This is a key leadership role within our Risk Advisory Services division, responsible for managing client engagements, leading and developing team members, and delivering high-quality risk and governance outcomes. Working across a diverse portfolio, including exposure to public sector clients, you will lead complex projects, undertake strategic research and planning, and develop practical risk mitigation solutions. The role also involves building strong client relationships, mentoring staff, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

• Lead and deliver multiple audit and risk advisory engagements to a high standard, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance requirements.
• Manage, mentor and develop audit team members, including workload planning, resource allocation, training, coaching and methodology compliance.
• Build strong client relationships, engage with senior stakeholders, understand business operations and provide practical, tailored risk and assurance solutions.
• Review engagement work, identify and resolve technical, ethical and quality issues, prepare reports and recommendations, and provide key insights to Partners.
• Drive commercial performance through effective budgeting, fee management, profitability oversight and coordination with internal teams and service lines.
• Support business growth by identifying client opportunities, contributing to business development activities, sharing technical expertise and delivering professional presentations and client meetings.

About you:

• 6-8 years’ experience in Professional Services
• Previous experience managing a team
• Strong Communication Skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong prioritising skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to utilise resources to optimise engagement outcomes through self-management;
• Add value by providing first class service in response to client demands and;
• Management of a client portfolio such that all client needs are dealt with on a timely basis
• Relevant tertiary degree and/or qualification
• Desirable Exposure to working with public sector clients
• Business Development exposure
• Relevant certification or professional membership

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.

Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where you are valued for your expertise, but also for who you are as an individual.

We believe that success stems from a collective effort, and we foster a collaborative atmosphere where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued and your contributions are recognised.

When you choose RSM, you're selecting more than just a job. You're becoming part of an esteemed accounting firm that has consistently been recognized for its excellence.

Our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction has earned us the prestigious title of Best Accounting and Consulting Firm for five consecutive years.

Be part of a team that continues to set the standard for excellence and connect you to an extensive network of national and global resources.