Manager, Audit Quality

Job Description

Applications close Thursday 20 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full Time - Fixed Term Salary: $109,730 - $121,247 Grade: VPSG5 Occupation: Accounting Location: CBD Reference: 1191VAGO is part of Victoria's integrity system, independent to Parliament and helps hold the Victorian Government accountable by conducting financial and performance audits and assurance reviews of public sector agencies. VAGO conducts over 560 financial audits annually across a diverse range of portfolios including infrastructure, transport, health, education local government and financial corporations. Such a broad range of portfolios exposes you to a variety of interesting agencies whilst working alongside a highly dedicated, motivated and innovative workforce, ultimately making a difference to the Victorian community. VAGO is dedicated in putting people first and provides a highly flexible and supportive working environment through its Better Normal Principles. We strive to build and maintain an inclusive workplace that brings out the best in our people. 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 monitoring of audit methodologies, quality management 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. Contribute to audit improvement projects for the division as needed. Maintain records and content in VAGO’s key systems (e.g. Teams Audit Quality site, SharePoint). Engage in formal performance management activities, under the direction of your AQ Director. Identify and/or create opportunities to share information within your team and across VAGO. Qualifications 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. Extensive practical application and experience with auditing standards and methodologies or complex investigations, inquiries, or reviews. The benefits To improve the lives of all Victorians by helping drive government accountability. Challenging and impactful work that helps ensure government integrity. Flexible working arrangements. Comprehensive home office set-up at your home. Career mobility opportunities for growth and development. Generous leave conditions. Next steps Sound like you or someone you know? Don’t hesitate....‘Apply Now’. Applications close at 11:59pm on 20 February 2025. Contact Talent Acquisition Partner: Charlotte BrownEmail: Phone: 0386011607 #J-18808-Ljbffr