Principal Auditor

THE POSITION:

Fairfield City Council employs approximately 1,000 staff, with an operating expenditure budget of $190M and total net assets of approximately $2.5B.

Council is looking for a highly experienced Principal Auditor to deliver Council’s internal audit function including undertaking internal audit engagements, ensuring effective internal controls are in place and complied with.

ESSENTIAL:

• Tertiary qualifications in Auditing/Accounting/Economics/Management or other relevant fields
• Experience in leading internal audit ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, policies and best practice
• Perform independent audit fieldwork providing insights on risk management, governance and operational efficiencies
• Knowledge of internal audit, financial systems and risk management requirements in local government
• Ability to engage, influence and work collaboratively with management including providing independent advice to the General Manager, management and staff across Council
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to compile clear, comprehensive, and professional audit reports to management and Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee
• Effective organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure to achieve objectives and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail, analyses and interpret the effectiveness and efficiency of organisational processes and systems across a diverse range of Council activities
• Ability to conduct investigations and solve problems
• Ability to use of computerised business systems including accounting packages and data interrogation tools

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Permanent position, 70 hours per fortnight
• This position is a Grade 8, salary range is $111,164 p.a. with progression to $119,713p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $130,215p.a.
• Flexible working hours are available
• A mobile telephone is provided
• A motor vehicle benefit is available

FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position description or position should be directed to Sonja Drca 9725 0226

CLOSING DATE: Monday 7 April 2025

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the Position Description. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s Website. To apply online visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.