The Auditor-General's Department is the independent auditor of the South Australian (SA) public sector. The Department reports directly to the SA Parliament on the audits of the finances, systems and processes of both state and local government agencies.
The types of clients range from smaller agencies such as the Coast Protection Board to large entities like the Department of Treasury and Finance and SA Water.
What we offer
A great place to start your career providing you with auditing, financial, accounting and management experience
An ongoing position with a well-structured probation process to help ensure your successful transition into the role
A friendly and supportive team culture which enables you to balance work and personal life by providing a range of entitlements to meet your needs, including working from home
Training opportunities to support your career development
Social events, to have some fun in your work life
Please visit our website for more information about the Department.
Job Description
About the role
The Audit Analyst (ASO2) is our graduate/entry level role and is responsible for assisting with financial compliance and internal controls audits, and conducting reviews on issues of importance and interest in the public sector.
The successful candidate/s will need to have understanding and awareness (gained through your tertiary studies in accounting) of:
accounting methods and procedures
social and economic environment and the responsibility placed on the department for public accountability
Completed a degree in accounting or commerce (majoring in accounting) or an appropriate degree recognised by the Auditor-General (candidates may still be considered if there is a small study gap to meet the degree qualification at time of commencing in the role)
The completed degree must meet the requirements for entry into the professional accounting program offered by CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (through their accredited tertiary degree entry pathways)
Be an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident at the time of applying
Specific requirements
Shortlisted candidate/s will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration form and provide evidence of Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency
Recommended candidate/s will be required to undergo a national criminal history check and asked to voluntarily disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status
Application process
Applications for this role will be placed in a graduate register and vacancies will be filled as opportunities arise, depending on business needs - most of the roles will start in January 2022
