Director, Quality and Standards

Audit - External (Accounting) Government - State (Government & Defence) About the Audit Office of South Australia (Audit SA) Audit SA is the largest South Australian (SA) external audit practice. We help ensure government accountability while influencing better public sector performance outcomes for all South Australians. The Auditor-General is an independent statutory officer that reports directly to the SA Parliament. We are recognised for audit excellence in the public sector and have a large and diverse client base and a culture that is centred around valuing people. We live by the public sector values: service, professionalism, trust, respect, collaboration and engagement, honesty and integrity, courage and tenacity, and sustainability. Please visit our website for more information about us. About the role As the Director, Quality and Standards, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Office’s audit methodologies.
• Developing, implementing, and advising on a framework of Office audit quality standards, policies, and procedures that meet the requirements of standards issued by the AUASB.
• Overseeing and providing expert accounting and auditing advice, support, and delivery of technical training.
• Leading and overseeing a program of supporting quality assurance processes and conducting quality assurance reviews.
• Managing and leading a team of professionals.
• Contributing to the achievement of the corporate objectives of the Office.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• Extensive audit and accounting knowledge and experience, including interpreting accounting and auditing standards, legislation, government standards, frameworks, and policies.
• Expert knowledge of audit methodology and modern auditing techniques.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including building and managing networks and producing comprehensive reports on complex matters in a clear and succinct manner.
• A significant level of independent judgment to resolve complex problems, working under very broad direction and exercising creative and strategic thinking.

What we offer

• Key leadership role working closely with the Executive team driving the Office’s audit methodologies and quality assurance processes.
• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and work from home.
• An appropriate degree, as recognised by the Auditor-General.
• Membership of a professional accounting body, as recognised by the Auditor-General.

Specific requirements

• Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency at the time of applying.
• The successful candidate will need to pass a national criminal history check.
• Shortlisted candidate/s will be asked to complete a pre-employment declaration.

How to apply Please click 'Apply ' to complete your online application (if you are on the Seek jobs board please click here to apply do not apply on Seek). Your application will need to include:

• Resume
• Relevant academic transcript/s
• Evidence of professional accounting body membership.

Your cover letter should be no longer than two pages and must directly address the following three competencies , listed in the role description :

• Leading and relating to people
• Continuous learning and expertise

Applications are addressed to Ian McGlen, Deputy Auditor-General. The Audit Office of South Australia promotes diversity and flexible ways of working. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the diversity of our Office. #J-18808-Ljbffr