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Senior Manager - Audit & Assurance

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Lead and manage complex audit engagements, guide high-performing teams, and act as a trusted advisor delivering strategic insights and risk solutions.

Role type

Senior Manager, Audit & Assurance

Builds

Audit reports, financial statement opinions, and risk mitigation strategies for clients

Domain

Professional Services / Audit & Assurance

Required skills

Complex project management, Technical accounting expertise, Financial statement review, Team leadership and mentoring, Business development, Commercial acumen, Industry technical expertise, Resource planning, Stakeholder influence, Regulatory compliance knowledge

Preferred skills

Strategic leadership, Innovative risk solution design, Cross-selling firm services

Technologies

Audit software, Financial reporting tools

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple audit engagements ensuring high-quality outcomes within budget and deadlines, Identify and address complex technical accounting and audit issues, Review financial statements for compliance and prepare clear reports and opinions, Summarise key engagement areas for partners and act as a technical expert, Oversee and mentor audit teams providing training and ensuring methodology compliance, Build and maintain strong client relationships with extensive contact and third-party liaison, Drive business development including cross-selling and negotiating fees, Monitor staffing requirements and resource planning, Contribute to business growth through marketing activities and presentations, Demonstrate commercial responsibility for client profitability and risk mitigation

Seniority

Senior Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership