Manager, Audit Quality

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Victorian Auditor-Generals Office Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Victorian Auditor-Generals Office

**Salary**: $105,479 - $151,259

Occupation: Accounting

Reference: 852

**About this opportunity**

Audit Quality (AQ) Managers at VAGO are dynamic, adaptable leaders accredited by Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA) or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) or the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). AQ Managers motivate and coach others to achieve their work goals. They are responsible for the delivery of a work program within an allocated business area, which includes the provision of services, advice and assisting in the delivery of business improvement initiatives.

VAGO’s AQ Managers are thorough and innovative in their approach to work and are motivated by the challenge of promoting continuous improvement in the Victorian public sector. They create opportunities for others to learn and develop, while actively pursuing their own professional development goals.

**What you'll do**:

- Assist with the design, implementation and monitor audit methodologies, quality control systems and technologies in order to embed compliance and drive continuous improvement.
- Assist in the provision of authoritative advice and technical support to audit staff and delivering quality work within timeframes and if applicable, budgets.
- Maintain knowledge of current industry trends, emerging technologies, and key themes.
- Manage resources (team members and/or external resources), including delegation and monitoring of work.
- Develop, maintain and deliver training/information sessions to VAGO staff.
- Assist in establishing networks with key stakeholders and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent and actively promote VAGO and the role of the Auditor-General at external seminars and events.
- Maintain records and content in VAGO’s key systems (e.g. Teams Audit Quality site, SharePoint).
- Assist in maintaining strong and constructive relationships with all VAGO stakeholders and external stakeholders as required
- Engage in formal performance management activities, under the direction of your Director
- Identify and/or create opportunities to share information with people within your business area and across VAGO

**Who you are**:

- You possess a track record of achievement in planning, directing, and delivering complex audits, investigations, and inquiries on time and on budget in accordance with the Australian Auditing and Assurance Standards
- Identifies opportunities for improvement in stakeholder relationships
- Proactively identifies emerging trends, issues, risks and opportunities to better target audit activity and public sector accountability
- Effectively communicates, providing clear and accurate advice and explanations and conveying complex technical concepts in an easily understandable manner
- Uses initiative and sound judgement when managing complex and projects and issues
- Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably, using analytical skills and professional scepticism to reason through problems
- Promotes a culture of inquiry, shares learning and knowledge, and consults and engages with other teams to assist with the conduct of audits and/or projects
- Actively manages, motivates and develops individuals and teams using a coaching/mentoring approach
- Effectively managing risk, procurement and resources, including finances, contracts, assets and records
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field preferably at postgraduate level
- Full professional membership with CPA Australia or CAANZ or the IPA

**Benefits of working with us**:
Working at VAGO you will feel empowered and have the opportunity to participate in flexible arrangements as part of VAGO's Better Normal Principals.

At VAGO we offer:

- Our default preference is to work from home
- When not working from home, this role is based at 35 Collins Street, Melbourne
- Any extra time spent during peak times in an audit is returned to you as an additional form of leave.
- Tailored learning and development opportunities, including technical skills training and study support as well as competitive remuneration, an annual mobility allowance, leave loading and much more
- Our organisation is filled with people who love what they do, enact change and uphold our values. We are a workforce of highly motivated, empathetic and collaborative people, who encourage innovation and knowledge sharing.

**How to apply**:
At VAGO, we embrace diversity as a catalyst for innovation and success and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce that values individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. By fostering a culture of accessibility and equal opportunity, we aim to break down barriers and provide a platform for all employees to thrive.



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