Assurance Adviser

About us
The Portable Long Service Authority (the Authority) is an independent statutory body established to administer the Long Service Benefits Portability Act 2018. The Act, together with the Long Service Benefits Portability Regulations 2020 provide a Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme. The Authority plays an important role in allowing workers in the community services, contract cleaning and security industries to build up long service benefits based on time in their industry rather than with a single employer. We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that celebrates achievements and allows everyone to contribute to our success.
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assurance Adviser to join our Corporate Governance team. Reporting directly to the Manager Corporate Governance, you will be responsible for supporting the internal audit program, liaising with internal auditors and ensuring effective risk management. Key responsibilities of the role include:
* Effectively plan for internal audits, engage with internal auditors and work in collaboration with internal stakeholders
* Reviewing and assessing the implementation of low rated internal audit findings, ensuring internal compliance against the risk register is maintained
* Support an audit culture, where audit findings are reported, communicated and understood, and display positive risk culture for the Authority
About you
To be successful as the Assurance Adviser you will hold qualifications or have relevant experience assurance, risk management, public administration, or governance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to produce comprehensive reports and briefs within specified timeframes. The ideal candidate will be able to partner with key stakeholders and work collaboratively whilst maintaining privacy and confidentiality when working with sensitive information. You will need to be proactive and solutions focused to apply critical thinking and perspective in response to audit recommendations.
Why work at the Authority
* Located in the heart of Bendigo, where you can enjoy a modern and collaborative working environment with open plan workspaces, fully equipped meeting rooms, and state-of-the-art facilities
* We value work-life balance and offer hybrid working options, including two days of work from home per week
* You can benefit from above award wages and annual salary increases under the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement
* Generous leave entitlements, along with paid study leave, paid parental leave, purchased leave and more
* Learning and development opportunities, annual performance plans, public sector networking, along with on the job learning and development
* Your well-being is important to us, which is why we offer a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program, as well as other health and well-being initiatives
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (Max. 1 page).
Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ, people with disability, as diversity and inclusion drives our success.