Audit Director - Canberra, Australia - Charterhouse

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    Location: Canberra Salary: $200000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Discipline: Accounting
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    About Us:

    Charterhouse is collaborating with a mid-tier firm to identify the future leader of their division.
    Employed by a firm dedicated to prioritizing client needs above all else Their mission and core values serve as the guiding light for their team – delivering exceptional client service, fostering continuous improvement, and celebrating success
    This opportunity is with a well-established four-partner firm that is expanding its operations to establish its own Audit division. With exciting growth plans for the coming year, we are seeking a leader who can propel the team forward and share their expertise to drive success.
    Our client is a multi-discipline firm providing accounting, business advisory, tax planning structuring and succession planning, corporate advisory and mergers and acquisition to their dedicated client base.

    Position Overview:

    We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Audit Director to lead our audit team in Public Practice. The Audit Director will oversee all aspects of audit engagements, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining high-quality standards, and providing exceptional service to our clients. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills, a strong understanding of audit methodologies, and a commitment to excellence.
    This is a rare opportunity which genuinely offers progression where you will ultimately end up looking after the whole Audit division. Alongside this, there is also the chance to build, develop and manage a team which you will have complete autonomy for.
    They are a firm that stand out from the crowd for its innovative approach and agility in the market – technical excellence and professional leadership.

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to deadlines.
    • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and providing valuable insights and recommendations.
    • Provide guidance and support to audit team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and professional development.
    • Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry trends, ensuring compliance and best practices in audit processes and procedures.
    • Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and other relevant documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
    • Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions and meet client needs.

    Qualifications:

    • CA or CPA qualified
    • Minimum of 10 years of experience in public practice, with a focus on audit services.
    • Proven track record of managing complex audit engagements and delivering high-quality results.
    • Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, regulations, and accounting principles.
    • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

    How to Apply:

    Please submit your resume and cover letter to In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team as an Audit Director.