Manager - Internal Audit, Risk Consulting

About the role

EY is looking for a Manager to join its Process and Controls team, focusing on internal audit and assurance services for the government and public sector. The role is based in Canberra (Ngambri) and is open to candidates anywhere in Australia who can work remotely, provided they have relevant experience and Australian citizenship. Flexible work arrangements with reduced hours may be possible.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of internal audit projects, ensuring engagements are completed on time, within scope and to the highest standards of quality.
• Work closely with clients to understand their risks and develop tailored internal audit strategies addressing risk management and process controls.
• Oversee audit plans from initiation to completion using project management skills.

Required profile

• 5+ years' experience in project delivery, possibly in internal audit, risk management or the public sector.
• A foundation in risk and control principles, a track record of managing audit or risk projects, or a willingness to learn.
• Australian citizenship and the ability to work in Canberra, including holding or upgrading to an NV1 clearance.
• Proven track record of leading and delivering challenging projects, and demonstrated leadership of a team through the audit lifecycle.
• Experience developing and executing internal audit strategies and roadmaps, or a strong interest in learning.

Required skills

• Strong grasp of risk and control principles and knowledge of risk management and control frameworks.
• Consultative approach to building client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.
• Preferred: tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, public administration or a related field; professional certification such as CPA, CIA or CISA, or commitment to achieve one.
• Preferred: experience with digital audit tools and adoption of new technologies.

What we offer

• Career development with future-focused skills and world-class experiences.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Benefits including a yearly wellness incentive, an extra 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave.
• Competitive salary open to negotiation depending on skills and experience.