Auditor (Various)

Tasmanian Audit Office
Office of the Auditor General
Financial Audit Services
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 3

Salary:

$72,605.00 to $78,481.00 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, flexible

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

Job description:

The Financial Audit Services Unit is responsible for the delivery of the Office’s financial audit program, including carrying out audits of the financial statements of the Treasurer and all State entities, grant acquittal audits and other financial attest audits; undertaking projects aimed at enhancing the degree of confidence in financial management and reporting by State entities; and reporting to Parliament on matters arising from audits, analysis of financial results and other activities in accordance with relevant legislation.

Please submit a response to each of the selection criteria to be considered for this position

We are seeking motivated people to join our financial audit team in Hobart. We offer full support to undertake your professional certification, including full reimbursement of course fees and time off to study and attend exams. We also offer flexible work arrangements, generous leave entitlements and a genuine commitment to providing a contemporary work environment which includes an extensive learning and development program.

The Office is a well-respected and influential organisation focused on the financial integrity of, and maintaining the public’s trust in state entities.  You will have the ability to work on a variety of clients, large and small, from government departments, local government to water and electricity organisations.

As a Financial Auditor you will be responsible for working as part of a team in delivering audits on time and on budget. Salary provided is within the range of $72,605 - $78,481 per annum, commensurate with experience (plus 11.5% superannuation).

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

For further information or a confidential chat on how we can support you to start your career in financial auditing, please contact Stephen Morrison as per the details below.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. 

Key Duties

In the context of assigned work:

  1. Assist with the development of audit plans and execute those plans in accordance with the requirements of the auditing standards and within the framework of the Office’s audit methodology and professional standards.
  2. Utilise current information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
  3. Where required, effectively supervise team members including providing clear instructions, timely review of work completed and provision of constructive feedback.
  4. Organise self and team members to deliver work that meets the agreed requirements and expectations including established timeframes and budgets, as well as communicating progress to relevant parties.
  5. Liaise with client staff with a focus on developing and maintaining professional working relationships.
  6. Effectively resolve technical matters arising during the course of work escalating issues where appropriate.
  7. Contribute to the development of reports that include compelling narrative with observations and recommendations that are supported by appropriate evidence and analysis of data
  8. Contribute to the overall achievement of Office outcomes
  9. Undertake other relevant duties as directed by the direct supervisor and senior management.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

  1. Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
  2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
  3. Identification check.

Desirable Requirements

Certificate III or IV up to a tertiary qualification at degree level in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution or currently undertaking such a degree.

Driver’s Licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Download File Statement of Duties (generic) Auditor - November 2024.DOCX

Download File Statement of Duties (generic) Auditor - November 2024.pdf

Download File Information for Applicants (Audit).docx

Download File Information for Applicants (Audit).pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a response to the Selection Criteria outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Tasmanian Audit Office on (03) 6173 0900.

For more information

Stephen Morrison
Assistant Auditor-General
Email: Stephen.morrison@audit.tas.gov.au 
Phone: 0402 417 505

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