Senior Risk Consultant

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Who we are

We're a modern professional services firm located in the heart of Bendigo, Djaara Country, with a team of over 100 professionals. We've been providing services to Bendigo and surrounds for over 75 years and are a proud pillar of the Bendigo community.

Our culture

We believe every single team member is a leader and contributes to the success of our firm and our clients. We invest in organisational development, leadership skills and career planning, recognition and coaching to constantly enhance the experiences for our team.

A core part of our identity is our commitment to our local regional community. Each year we support Bendigo organisations, charities and not-for-profits through direct or in-kind sponsorship and involvement.

The team

Our Governance, Risk and Controls Advisory team provides strategic risk consulting and internal audit services to our clients which include health services, not-for-profit, corporate, financial services and local government sectors.

Our reviews are a mix of both on site and remote fieldwork, producing high-quality reports to document our findings. By understanding our client's systems, objectives, risks, control frameworks and regulatory environments you will assist AFS in delivering a valuable product to improve the client's risk profile.

The role

As a Senior Risk Consultant key responsibilities include:

• Participating in the development of risk-based internal audit plans.
• Executing internal audit procedures and ensuring the successful delivery of internal audit projects, within defined scope, timeframe and budget.
• Participating in the planning & scoping of internal audit projects.
• Providing guidance and support to risk consultants, offering advice on internal audit methodologies, techniques, and best practice.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure internal audit activities align with client goals and priorities.
• Preparing internal audit reports, including findings, risk, root cause and recommendations, supporting the communication of results to key stakeholders.
• Contributing to and supporting risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders and providing guidance on risk management and control related matters to clients.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in internal audit, risk management, process improvement and governance practices.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly with individuals across all levels of an organisation.
• Extensive experience writing reports, observations and communicating results & recommendations to varied audiences.
• The ability to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, clients and key stakeholders.
• A commitment to enhancing team capabilities through the provision of guidance, support and advice.
• An Accounting degree or financial background (is desirable, but not essential).

AFS will offer you

• The ability to benefit from our formal and informal Flexibility at AFS policy, allowing work life balance through flexible start / finish times or adjustments to hours of work.
• A fast paced and challenging team environment, with learning and development opportunities.
• The ability to bring your true self to work with our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with our policies like "dress for your day".
• A hybrid work environment, with the ability to work from home or from our modern offices depending on what your day entails.
• Opportunities to attend networking events, participate in leadership training, and receive ongoing career development, support and guidance.
• A fun culture with regular social club events, leadership and team building programs.
• A wellbeing focus, including our Employee Assistance Program, supportive environment, volunteer friendly workplace.

At AFS we recognise that we're strengthened by diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse cultural backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and workers of all ages.

Our commitment to the Bendigo community is a top priority for us. While this position offers the convenience of hybrid work, it's essential to note that it is based in Bendigo. As part of this role, you will be expected to be in the office approximately two days a week and occasionally travel to our clients' premises in Bendigo and surrounds.

For further information about us, please visit our website or email

To explore this opportunity, click "Apply Now" submitting a CV, your qualifications and cover letter for the role and take your first step towards a fulfilling career journey with AFS. Applicants for this position, must have the right to work and live in Australia.