Director- Internal Audit

Job Description
Are you ready to be part of an organisation that values expertise, passion and diversity? At CFS we know that the foundation of our success lies in our exceptional people. We believe in celebrating individuality, have a passion for high performance and creating an environment where you can unleash your full potential. Our people enable us to make a difference and deliver exceptional experiences to help our customers achieve financial freedom.

Your Team
While reporting directly in to the CFS Boards, the Internal Audit (IA) team is part of Colonial First State's Finance & Fund Services business. The team is responsible for reviewing business processes and controls in line with CFS's risk appetite, evaluating risk management practices and supporting the improvement of internal controls and governance

This is a key position supporting the Executive Director, Internal Audit in leading and managing the Internal Audit team.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Director, Internal Audit to deliver the annual CFS Internal Audit plan.
• Performing review, challenge and quality assurance activities on end-to-end audits to ensure they are delivered to a high quality and in a timely manner.
• Day-to day guidance and supervision of a team of professional auditors.
• Lead and/or execute operational audit activities including budget management, resource scheduling etc.
• Lead the development and regular refresh of the risk based annual CFS Internal Audit plan.
• Ongoing development and maturity uplift of the Internal Audit function. Including contributing thought leadership to enable ongoing uplift of the internal audit methodology and integration with leading internal audit practice.

Your Capability And Experience

• Extensive internal audit experience in the Financial Services industry (experience in wealth management and/or investments industries will be highly regarded)
• Understanding of strategic, financial and operational process risks and controls impacting the superannuation and investment industry (highly regarded)
• Proven ability to facilitate the timely and effective execution of internal audit plans
• People leadership capability
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to engage and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at various levels

What To Expect
At CFS, you'll be working among the very best in the wealth management industry. It's an inspiring environment that encourages development and celebrates success. Other things to look forward to:

• Additional day for your birthday
• Access to CFS Employer Super
• Life Leave - 3 days per annum
• Access to Sonder who provides human-powered medical, mental health and safety support through one easy-to-use app enabling you to get support whenever and wherever you need.
• Access to Corporate rates with BUPA Health Insurance
• Confidential coaching and counselling services supporting life, mind, body, relationships, work and family to assist you in taking charge of your own health and wellbeing

CFS Culture
At CFS we are committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish. We believe that success is built upon strong teams, and we are dedicated to celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that when you can truly be yourself, you can unlock your full potential.

Apply today and join us in helping Australians to achieve their financial freedom.

Please note, CFS requires all candidates to have full work rights in Australia.

Where we have preferred candidates, background checks (including Police, Employment, Bankruptcy checks, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to the final preferred candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not preclude the preferred candidate, however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role.
This role is based on Gadigal Land (Sydney).