Senior Audit Manager

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 speciality 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 teams 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  

As a Senior Audit Manager, you will hold a high-level of responsibility as you focus on building strong client relationships. The role allows you to flex your social conscience through purpose-driven client work while you lead, coach, and develop technical and professional skills within a dynamic team environment.  

What you can offer StewartBrown 

We believe that diversity of thinking, background, and experience strengthens relationships and brings valuable benefits to our people, clients, and communities at StewartBrown. 

To be considered for the role and be successful in the position your skills and experience are likely to include: 

• 8+ years in Australian external auditing and financial reporting
• CA or CPA qualification 
• Strong knowledge of the application of Australian Accounting Standards (AASBs) and Australian Standards of Auditing (ASAs)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft product suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) essential
• Sound knowledge of CaseWare or similar audit file technology
• Driver of delivery at all levels and stages of the audit process including planning, interim and final audits
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships within a large client portfolio with quality, integrity, and clarity at the forefront of your approach and delivery
• Highly developed communication skills, both verbal and written
• Confident with the presentation of Audit Reports and Audit Management Letter to stakeholders at the executive level and through AGMs
• Experience managing jobs and job budgets
• Provide inspirational and engaging leadership to grow and develop people and talent within the team
• An ongoing appetite and willingness to work with not-for-profit clients (previous experience with NFP’s highly desirable)
• A driver's license valid in Australia and ready access to a motor vehicle

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
• Travel allowance
• An annual allowance for Professional registration fees
• Access to the mentor program with the senior leadership team and Partners
• Training and development opportunities
• Team sporting and social activities
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Tailored employee support initiatives such as Wellness Leave; up to 5 extra days a year to support balance, wellness, and overall health

We value diversity and welcome people from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Knowing that people work best in a variety of ways, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements if the working pattern you are looking for is not specifically indicated. 

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity and believe you have the required skills and relevant experience, click 'Apply For This Job' to apply and join our team!  

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.