Internal Auditor

Company description:

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

People and Business Services is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for the provision of business enabling people and corporate service functions, to drive a high-performance culture and to support integrated operations.

We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections, and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

Job description:

About the Role

The Internal Auditor role will assist with the implementation and achievement of activities under the DTP annual Strategic Internal Audit Plan and will support the activities of the Independent Audit Branch. The Internal Auditor will assist with performance of internal audit projects including monitoring and follow-up of audit recommendations and actions.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

The ideal candidate for the position should possess demonstrated work experience in both accounting and auditing, along with an understanding of accounting and auditing standards. They should also be familiar with the Institute of Internal Auditors - International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF),the Standing Directions under the Financial Management Act as well as the Victorian Government Risk Management Framework.

Proven data analysis and auditing skills, coupled with a knack for problem-solving, are essential. The candidate should exhibit a proven ability to offer advice on audit, risk, and internal control matters, as well as adeptness in identifying, evaluating risks, internal controls, and formulating value-added recommendations.

Key accountabilities include:

• Assist with the performance of internal audit projects across the Department.
• Apply DTP's internal audit methodology by implementing a risk-based approach to audit planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow up activities.
• Provide assistance and support to the internal audit team and work collaboratively with internal audit service providers.
• Assist with the preparation of high-quality internal audit reports and briefings which add value to the business.
• Maintain relationships with key business areas and provide internal audit support services as required.
• Implement audit action monitoring/reporting activities and liaise with divisional audit contact points to ensure requirements are met.
• Provide support across the Governance & Portfolio Services Division as required.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• A tertiary qualification in accounting, auditing or related field.

Desirable

• Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors Australia.
• CA/CPA/CIA/CISA (or equivalent) or in the process of completing.
• Internal audit experience within the public sector.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

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Applications should include a resume and a cover letter.

Applications close 11.59pm on 10th April 2024. For further information about the role please contact the Manager, Internal Audit via *************@transport.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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