Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Senior Audit and Assurance Officer

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

The position is responsible for delivering the internal audit program across Council’s services, focusing on improving risk management, control, and governance processes through a systematic and disciplined approach.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Develop the internal audit plan and process in line with the ERM Framework and risk register.
• Review the internal audit plan annually, in consultation with unit manager, senior and executive management.
• Conduct and manage assurance reviews, other audits and follow-ups including reporting of findings and recommendations.
• Consult proactively with management in the development stages of programs to provide information, education, advice and training in the implementation of internal controls to minimise risk.
• Prepare for and attend Audit Risk and Improvement Committee meetings.
• Undertake other duties relevant to the role or skills required by the position.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience, e.g. Commerce/Business/Auditing
• Qualified Accountant - Chartered or Certified
• Highly experienced internal auditor with demonstrated experience at a senior internal audit level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary internal audit methodologies and standards for financial, risk management, operational, information technology, compliance, performance audits and reporting requirements.
• General understanding of fundamental concepts in accounting, economics, commercial law, taxation, finance and IT.
• Experience interpreting codes of conduct, providing advice and information regarding conflicts of interest and ethical issues and requirements under the ICAC Act and Protected Disclosures Act.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $129,948 (Grade K, Step1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Linda Derbas (Manager Audit and Corporate Assurance) at linda.derbas@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 11 February 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.