Director (357841, 357842, 357955)
Tasmanian Audit Office
Office of the Auditor General
Financial Audit Services
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Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 8
Salary:
$136,605.00 to $145,825.00 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, flexible
Location:
Hobart and Launceston
Job description:
This position has a strong focus on assurance services management as well as a people management focus.
The Director applies both financial and people management skills and knowledge, taking responsibility for the completion of the financial audit program allocated to their team (allocated work) and supervision and development of people within the team.
This position is part of the Financial Audit Services (FAS) management team, and the incumbent is required to actively participate in the strategic and operational planning, direction and guidance of FAS. The incumbent responsibilities go beyond the delivery of allocated work and include taking on a leading role in FAS and whole of Office initiatives. The position plays an important role in ensuring FAS achieves high quality outcomes.
Join the Tasmanian Audit Office and make a lasting impact.
Your expertise will directly influence the financial management practices of Tasmania's public sector entities. Experience the beauty of our state while driving positive change. We offer a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth. Let's write the next chapter of your career together.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Location
2 vacancies based in Hobart
1 vacancy based in Launceston
Hours per fortnight
73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties
- Oversee the unit resource scheduling for delivery of the audit and reporting programs.
- Provides leadership and guidance to staff together with management of senior staff in the section in line with the Office’s Performance Management Framework.
- Undertake high level assurance work that meets the requirements of the auditing standards and is carried out within the framework of the Office’s audit methodology.
- Identify and understand the range of information technology and computer systems relevant to current and future business needs. Utilise current information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
- Recommend/issue appropriate audit and other assurance opinions on larger and higher risk audits.
- Perform Signing Officer duties on delegated audits.
- Develop and manage relationships with stakeholders and actively participate in relevant forums to build strong networks.
- Provide high-level advice and make decisions based on professional and technical expertise, experience, knowledge and interpretation of key legislative requirements and application of force-of-law Accounting and Auditing Standards.
- Develop reports that include compelling narrative with observations and recommendations that are supported by appropriate evidence and analysis of data.
- Contribute to team and office cohesiveness and maintains professional and collaborative relationships within the Office, leading or contributing to section and cross-office projects.
Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators that are developed and agreed to for each role in the Office and documented in annual Performance Plans.
Pre-employment Checks
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
- Identification check.
Desirable Requirements
- Driver’s Licence.
- A tertiary qualification at degree level in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution; PLUS
- Completion of a recognised accounting/auditing certificate program, that includes either three years supervised/mentored practical experience or five years unsupervised practical experience in accounting/auditing).
- Five years’ experience in the relevant discipline and/or in management.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
Statement of Duties (various) Director FAS.docx
Statement of Duties (various) Director FAS.pdf
Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.DOCX
Tasmanian Audit Office - Short Form Application FAQs.pdf
Information for Applicants (Audit).docx
Information for Applicants (Audit).pdf
How to apply
To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 2-page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Tasmanian Audit Office on (03) 6173 0900.
For more information
Stephen Morrison
Assistant Auditor General
Email: Stephen.Morisson@audit.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0402 417 505