Senior Auditor

Salary: Level 4 - $95,782 to $100,526 pa, pro rata + superannuation - PSCSAA 2024

Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Shape the future of public accountability

Are you a detail-oriented financial auditor who takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work?

Do you want to use your skills to contribute to greater transparency and accountability in the WA Public Sector?

We’re seeking Senior Auditors who bring:

- proven experience in financial auditing
- a strong grasp of auditing standards and legislation
- a commitment to supporting junior team members
- a collaborative mindset and a drive to improve public sector outcomes.

About the role

As a Senior Auditor within Financial Audit at the Office of the Auditor General, you will play a key role in delivering audits that strengthen public confidence in the financial management of WA State and local government entities.

You will plan and deliver audits of financial statements, controls, and performance indicators, applying auditing standards and legislation to support accurate and compliant outcomes. You will research and analyse financial data to inform audit findings and manage competing priorities during peak periods.

You will also contribute to a high-performing team by supporting junior staff and working collaboratively with clients and colleagues to resolve issues and achieve quality outcomes.

Why join us?

At the Office of the Auditor General, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career with purpose. You will have the opportunity to:

- work in a supportive and collaborative team environment
- access professional development training to support your growth
- enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including flexible working arrangements and study leave
- work onsite at a variety of clients and to regional areas of WA.

We are establishing a pool for candidates for full time, part time, permanent and fixed term vacancies that arise within the next 12 months. Fixed term appointments may have the possibility of permanency.

If you have any questions about the role or application requirements, please contact Steven Hoar, Acting Senior Director, Financial Audit on (08) 6557 7620 or Steven.Hoar@audit.wa.gov.au .

Are you ready to apply?

Applications are made online. You are required to provide:

- a one [1] page statement responding to the question below:
- Describe a financial audit you’ve worked on in the past 12 months. What was your role, how did you contribute to the audit process, and how did your work support the delivery of a high-quality outcome?
- a copy of your qualification(s)
- proof of commencement or completion of studies with CPA, CAANZ or IPA or equivalent professional accounting body.

This opportunity closes on Tuesday, 28 October 2025 at 5:00pm WST.

Please note: The Jobs Board will be closed down on the weekend of 25 and 26 October.

Other important position and recruitment information

Throughout this process you will be assessed against the Applicant Requirements as per the attached JDF.

Your online application requires you to provide the details of two referees, with one being a current line manager. Please note that referees will only be contacted should you be selected to progress after interview.

All applicants applying for permanent positions are required to be Australian Citizens OR permanent residents at the time of applying.

The Office conducts employment screening for successful applicants including national police clearance. An Australian Government Security Clearance may be undertaken if required for the role.

If you require any accessibility adjustments, or if you experience technical difficulties, please contact our HR Team via email: jobs@audit.wa.gov.au .

About the OAG

The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent integrity agency reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.

We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.

At the OAG we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. Our 2024-25 Annual Report highlighted that 37% of our employees are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments. This includes:

- specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
- up to an additional four weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
- 13 weeks’ long service leave after seven years
- up to three Public Service Holidays per year

We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Serving the public interest by an informed Parliament and community

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