EL1 Assistant Director, Internal Audit

This leading Federal government agency supports Australians in achieving their goals and helps them live a better life. Their work impacts a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and has excellent office locations. A great opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit specialist to join this busy team for a long-term 12-month temporary assignment.Position: EL1 Assistant DirectorInternal Audit (Labour Hire)The EL1 Assistant DirectorInternal Audit will assume a leadership role with a considerable level of public contact regarding complex, difficult, or sensitive issues. The position will liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders, representing the branch.Responsibilities:

• Developing the Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) including work programs for assessments and process flowcharts to support key processes, associated risks, and controls in respect to the assurance engagements in line with Internal Audit (IA) methodology.
• Undertaking assurance assessment (testing) activities by interviewing, collecting, and examining evidence against agreed engagement criteria in line with IA methodology.
• Documenting evidential observations, linking to assessment objectives, and assisting with wording of audit findings/issues to improve governance, risk management, and internal controls.
• Contributing to the preparation of Internal Audit reporting which outlines findings/issues and observations.
• Conducting follow-up activities to evaluate the sufficiency of evidence for closing issues in line with IA methodology.
• Assisting in the preparation of engagement plans as well as contributing to annual Internal Audit planning.
• Conducting field audit engagements as per the IA plan and IA methodology to improve governance, risk management, and internal controls, including auditing compliance with relevant legislation and investigations.
• Supervising and supporting the team with conducting interviews, completing the RACM, and presenting and negotiating audit findings/issues.
• Preparing Internal Auditing reports for the Board, the Audit Committee, and Management.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders on auditing matters and periodically presenting to the IA team on engagement outcomes and lessons learned.
• Providing leadership for increasing Agency-wide awareness and education of Internal Auditing function and value-add services.
• Supporting the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) in their investigations and requests.

Desirable Skills:

• Data analytics
• Process/business improvement
• Information Technology and Fraud risk assessment
• Prior experience in coordinating ANAO audits

Benefits:

• ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
• 12-month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension
• Full-time hours Monday to Friday
• ACT location + hybrid working from home options.
• $602.55 per day + Super

This role closes for applications on COB 11th July 2024.Please reach out to Leanne Porter on 0262689926 for further information.Additional Requirements:

• Must be an Australian Citizen to apply and obtain a National Police check

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