Associate & Senior Associate - Internal Audit

About the role

Scyne Advisory, a public purpose sector specialist supporting governments, agencies and not-for-profits, is looking for an Associate and a Senior Associate to join its collaborative Internal Audit team. The team helps clients improve business processes and controls so executives are confident that key risks are managed. The role sits within the Risk, Programs and Cyber practice and involves multiple client engagements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and conduct internal audit engagements, working with public purpose clients on operational, strategic, compliance and financial risks
• Develop strategic internal audit plans and lead or perform fieldwork, including internal controls testing and reporting
• Work on multiple client engagement teams and contribute to a national team, giving guidance and coaching to junior members
• Build client relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to understand processes, identify risks and suggest improvements
• Deliver high-quality outcomes through hands-on delivery, technical leadership and coaching, and report and present to senior business stakeholders

Required profile

• Demonstrated internal audit and risk experience, leading delivery of internal audit engagements or programs, preferably in a professional services environment
• Bachelor's degree and relevant professional certifications (e.g. CIA, RMIA, CISA) are highly desirable
• Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate with client teams and stakeholders
• Effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to prepare and present assurance reports
• Growth mindset, curiosity about clients' views, and a collaborative, ethical approach

Required skills

• Knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessments, risk management and internal audit methodologies
• Innovative problem solving and continuous learning about trends and developments affecting clients

What we offer

• Parental leave: 26 weeks of flexible leave until a child is two, with superannuation contributions for up to 12 months
• Flexible working, with choice of where and when to work
• Additional leave including a 5th week of paid leave, birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, floating public holidays, purchased leave, study and volunteering leave
• Smart device reimbursement of up to $60 a month and wellness and lifestyle allowances