Assistant Manager, Financial Audit

Who is VAGO?

The Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) is a critical part of Victoria’s integrity system. Independent to Parliament, VAGO ensures the accountability of the State Government through audits and assurance reviews of public sector agencies. To achieve this, VAGO annually conducts over 530 financial audits and numerous performance audits across a diverse range of portfolios including infrastructure, transport, health and social services, education, water, local government, insurance, justice, treasury and superannuation. Such a broad range of portfolios allows our people to gain unrivalled audit experience working throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Why VAGO?

Our organisation is filled with people who love what they do, enact change and uphold our values. We are a workforce of highly motivated, empathetic and collaborative people, who encourage innovation and knowledge sharing.  

We strive to build and maintain an inclusive workplace that brings out the best in our people. We encourage and celebrate our diversity, and actively support work life balance and flexibility across all our roles.  

We have two audit portfolios within VAGO: Parliamentary Reports and Services and Financial Audit. Our audit support function is split into the Office of the Auditor-General and Corporate Services.  
 

What's the role?

Assistant Managers in Financial Audit are dynamic, adaptable leaders with the ability to motivate and coach others to achieve their work goals. As team leaders, they are responsible for the delivery of a work program which includes financial audits and business improvement initiatives.

VAGO’s Assistant Managers are rigorous and innovative in their approach to work and are motivated by the challenge of promoting continuous improvement in the Victorian public sector. They create opportunities for others to learn and develop, while actively pursuing their own professional development goals

Who we're looking for

The ideal candidate communicates effectively, providing clear and accurate explanations and conveying technical concepts in an easily understandable manner to a diverse range of stakeholders. They use initiative and sound judgement when undertaking projects and responding to and/or escalating issues. They process technical concepts comfortably, using analytical skills and professional scepticism to reason through problems. They are able to demonstrate innovative thinking and actively embraces change, actively promoting a culture of inquiry by sharing learning and knowledge.

They use an adaptive and professional approach when establishing and maintaining relationships, responding proactively to trends, emerging issues, risks and opportunities. Within a team, they contribute to a sense of common purpose. They model collegiate, resilient and flexible work behaviours, and are deeply committed to continuous professional development.

Qualifications
•    A sound working knowledge of Australian Accounting and Auditing Standards, legislative and regulatory requirements.
•    Holds a full professional membership with CPA Australia, CAANZ or the IPA
•    Experience undertaking audits or complex investigations, inquiries, or reviews.
•    Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Science, Technology, Economics or Mathematics

What VAGO can offer you

We are a diverse bunch at VAGO so you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We are committed to building a workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians.   

Within our collaborative and team-oriented environment, you will have the opportunity to take on a leadership role, providing guidance and creating growth opportunities for our junior staff.  

We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability or access requirement, let us know how we can provide you with additional support. 

If you would like to learn more about this role or life at VAGO, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team, via recruitment@audit.vic.gov.au.    
 

Next Steps

Sound like you or someone you know? Don’t hesitate....‘Apply Now’.  

Applications close at 11:59pm on 20 April 2025. 

Interviews will take place in-person, week commencing 5 May

For more information, you'll find the position description here:  Assistant Manager, VPS5.1