Audit Team Leader

Join to apply for the Audit Team Leader role at Reserve Bank of Australia. As the Team Leader in Audit within Operational Risk, you will play a crucial role in assessing and evaluating Bank activities and deliver objective reports to the Governor, the Reserve Bank Board (through the Audit Committee), and senior management. You will provide expert advice on governance and risk management across the Bank as needed. This role would suit an experienced Internal Audit Manager.

• Lead teams in providing independent and objective assurance by reviewing the design and effectiveness of the Bank\'s governance, risk management framework, and controls for mitigating operational, financial, people, and strategic risks.
• Ensure that governance frameworks and controls are comprehensive and promote effective risk mitigation by management.
• Guide teams to complete engagements in a positive, collaborative, and professional manner, fostering staff engagement.
• Handle complex aspects of engagement scopes as needed, facilitating management\'s agreement on scope and risk assessments, and offering insightful audit findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee coordination and planning, including resourcing, managing subject matter experts, and adhering to time and cost budgets.
• Embrace innovation and create a supportive environment for experimentation during engagements, including developing data analytics routines and preparing deliverables.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Audit\'s strategic/business plan, QAIP, Audit Plan, and related procedures and methodologies.
• Enhance your own and your team\'s professional skills by adhering to Audit\'s Training Policy and meeting continuing professional development requirements.

• Proven ability to work independently and take a leadership role on audit projects.
• Extensive experience in leading audit teams through complex audits and reviews.
• Proficiency in computer-assisted audit techniques and tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in auditing banking operations, financial services, financial markets, and financial instruments.
• Advanced understanding of risk management frameworks and enterprise-wide risk management.
• Expertise in risk-based auditing methodologies, including internal controls and audit procedures.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related disciplines.

You will report to a Portfolio Manager as part of the Audit Group that aims to deliver world-class services to the Audit Committee and Executive team. The team focuses on Data Analytics and Agile approaches to influence the Bank\'s risk culture and provide assurance over strategic initiatives. It conducts independent appraisals of the Reserve Bank\'s activities, functions, and operations to ensure an adequate framework of internal controls is established and operating effectively.

Be part of an organisation that makes a difference to the people of Australia, with development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports growth and wellbeing. Be more means you can do more for yourself and for Australia.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability, and LGBTQ+ colleagues. We are committed to a fair and equitable recruitment process for all candidates.