Payroll Forensics Audit Senior

StewartBrown 
StewartBrown is a chartered accountancy firm that prides themselves on a strong ethical focus, dealing largely with Not-for-Profits and charities. With over 80 years of experience and one of the top accounting firms in Australia (AFR 2019), we are a leading provider of accounting, audit, and financial advisory services, delivering service beyond numbers. We are committed to helping our clients achieve their personal and business financial goals, and our dedication to undertaking pro bono work each year helps to deliver meaningful support and drive positive change. We ensure our dynamic and supportive workplace culture mirrors our desire to serve our community with integrity, quality, and clarity in their financial service needs. 

Our team of dedicated audit specialists provide financial services to all major business sectors, ranging from listed entities, Australian Financial Services Licence holders, Not-for-Profits to small private companies and trust accounts. Our true specialty supports clients within the Aged Care, Disability, and Community Care sectors and the nature of the work allows us to create connection and impact in the day-to-day of our clients and the people they serve. 

We are dedicated to our team's personal and professional growth within the finance industry, offering an engaging and rewarding environment that fosters talent and greatly enhances existing skills. Mentoring programs along with training and development opportunities exist to encourage continuous growth and pave the way for professional advancement and career progression within StewartBrown. 

The Opportunity  

StewartBrown is looking for Senior Auditor to join our Payroll Forensics team at StewartBrown. This will suit a current Senior Auditor in external audit looking to specialise or use their audit skills in a new and interesting way!

You will be responsible for leading the team through payroll audits, developing audit plans, conducting thorough reviews of payroll processes, identifying potential risk and discrepancies, and implementing effective corrective actions. You will collaborate with closely with high cross-functional teams to optimise payroll processes, enhance internal controls and contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of our operations. 

As a Senior Auditor in the Payroll Forensics team you will apply your skills form external audit to;

• Conduct detailed audits of payroll records to identify compliance discrepancies, errors, wage underpayments and/or potential fraud
• Analyse payroll data and ensure compliance with company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Review and interpret multiple Industrial Awards and EBA application
• Investigate and analyse payroll transactions
• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, recommendations and corrective actions
• Understand the reporting requirements of different types of entities
• Prepare and review account reconciliations as appropriate
• Liaise with and support clients 
• Conduct sample selections and tests of detail, extrapolation of errors
• Develop an understanding of client payroll systems.

What you can offer StewartBrown 

The ideal candidate will have; 

• 3 + years external auditing experience 
• Payroll and/or payroll audit experience or a desire to specialise in payroll audit and compliance
• Experience managing jobs and job budgets
• Experience supervising, supporting, and mentoring junior staff
• CA or CPA or equivalent qualification (strongly preferred)
• Working understanding of accounting, taxation and finance concepts relating to payroll e.g.: leave entitlements, allowances, superannuation etc.
• Strong knowledge of the application of Australian Accounting Standards (AASBs) and Australian Standards of Auditing (ASAs)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated fluency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 
• A driver's license valid in Australia and ready access to a motor vehicle
• A work ethic which consistently demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and logical thinking in your approach to tasks 
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships within the client portfolio with quality, integrity, and clarity at the forefront of your approach and delivery
• An ongoing appetite and willingness to work with not-for-profit clients (previous experience with NFP’s highly desirable)

What StewartBrown can offer you 

At StewartBrown we truly value our people. We are committed to offering more than just a job; we offer benefits and flexibility to enhance your work life, help you grow, and celebrate your achievements. These benefits include: 

• Above award remuneration
• Tailored employee support initiatives such as Wellness Leave; up to 5 extra days of leave a year to support balance, wellness, and overall health
• An annual allowance for Professional study and registration fees where applicable
• Training and development opportunities 
• Career progression opportunities 
• Team sporting and social activities
• Travel allowance
• Flexible working arrangements, options to work between home and with our team at our Miranda office 

We value diversity and welcome people from a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you are interested in applying for this opportunity and believe you have the required skills and experience, upload your application and cover letter.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity and believe you have the required skills and experience, APPLY NOW!  

We appreciate everyone who has taken the time to apply but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.