Senior Associate, Risk Consulting

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About this role

Our Risk Consulting practice is a growing national business responsible for delivering independent risk services to our clients. The team’s overarching purpose is to help our clients to navigate complex risks and change management issues in a dynamic business environment.

We are seeking an Internal Audit professional who is passionate about working in a diverse range of sectors. You must have a strong technical foundation with knowledge of internal audit risk standards, risk and controls practice and the regulatory environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end client internal audit and risk consulting engagements (with oversight and guidance from a manager).

• Understand clients’ risk and control environments, applying internal audit standards and methodologies to plan, perform and conclude internal audit engagements.

• Identify, evaluate and report on control design and operating effectiveness, including identifying control gaps and compliance issues in relation to legislative, regulatory and internal policy requirements.

• Work with managers to develop high quality reports and engagement deliverables.

• Apply professional judgement, analysis and critical thinking to assess audit findings, determine root causes, and develop practical, risk-focused internal audit recommendations.

• Present internal audit findings, risk assessments and control recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders, Risk and manage clients interactions throughout the audit lifecycle.

Skills & experience

• Previous accounting experience ideally with a minimum of 2 years of experience in business risk, business process review or internal audit experience.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Business/Management/Accounting major).

• Excellent teamwork skills, with experience in managing and developing junior staff.

• Sound understanding on control documentation and assessment.

• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and a client-centric attitude.

The salary range for this role is $90,000 to $105,000 per annum inclusive of superannuation.
 

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

• Tailored mentoring program and the opportunity to work closely with Partners who care about your growth and development.

• Work overseas or interstate, (short periods as agreed with the team) knowing how important time is with your family and friends.

• Free annual gym membership to help keep you flexible, fit and healthy.

• Active employee networks and social committees to get you involved in the things you are passionate about

• And many more!

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