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BdoauRisk Consultant - Internal Audit Public Sector
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LocationSydney, New South Wales; Parramatta, New South Wales
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentRisk Advisory
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedNov 6, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live21h ago
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Demonstrable experience in Internal Audit or Risk Consulting
Analytical and investigative skills
Logical approach to risk assessment and management
Delivering internal audits, business risk assurance and business process improvement projects in accordance with BDO's methodologies and procedures
Report writing and communicating directly with clients
Working with clients to recommend policy, procedural, process, system and control improvements through the internal audit process
Participating in business development activities such as networking events, drafting proposal responses and pitching to prospective clients
Preparing scoping documents in response to client requests, preparing reports for projects undertaken and assisting with the development of new methodologies and service offerings
Collaborating with Partners and Senior Managers to assist with scheduling of work across the practice
Contributing to the development of junior staff in a mentoring capacity
Maintaining relationships with clients and working with internal stakeholders to create future business opportunities
Accounting or business related degree and any other relevant certifications or qualifications (or currently obtaining) such as CAANZ or IIA Membership
Working knowledge and understanding of basic internal audit and risk management practices and standards (IIA and ISO31000)
Knowledge and experience in undertaking internal audits, risk assessments, risk management framework reviews etc
Experience working with public sector clients
Experience in internal auditing of basic financial processes and controls as well as internal auditing of operational processes
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Exposure to Enterprise Resource Management systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, TechOne etc.)
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices
Skills
Microsoft Office
SAP
Oracle
TechOne
Benefits
Health insurance
Gym membership
Professional development
Additional leave
About the company
We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.
We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.
Whether you’re building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters, and that’s where you come in.
About the Role
BDO’s Risk Advisory team consults to publicly listed and government organisations across various industries, with this role specialising in NSW public sector clients (state and federal government). You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio, including clients across education, transport and integrity agencies, while also having exposure to other sectors and clients across the team.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager to join our Risk Advisory Service line, where you’ll work closely with Partners and Directors to deliver a range of internal audits, management reviews and provide advice to clients. This role offers a great variety of work, autonomy, client contact and direct Partner interaction and coaching.
Your client portfolio will consist primarily of NSW State Government Organisations, across a range of Government Clusters. You will also have opportunities to work with Local and Federal Government Organisations, Not-For-Profits and private sector clients.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Delivering a variety of internal audits, business risk assurance and business process improvement projects in accordance with BDO’s methodologies and procedures. This will include report writing and communicating directly with clients.
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Working with clients to recommend policy, procedural, process, system and control improvements through the internal audit process.
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Actively participating in business development activities such as networking events, drafting proposal responses and pitching to prospective clients.
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Preparing scoping documents in response to client requests, preparing reports for projects undertaken and assisting with the development of new methodologies and service offerings.
•
Collaborating with Partners and Senior Managers to assist with scheduling of work across the practice
•
Contributing to the development of junior staff in a mentoring capacity.
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Maintaining relationships with clients and working with internal stakeholders to create future business opportunities.
About You
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in Internal Audit or Risk Consulting. Your analytical, investigative skills as well as your logical approach to risk assessment and management will set you apart. Furthermore, the following experience/skills will be highly regarded:
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Ideally an accounting or business related degree and any other relevant certifications or qualifications (or currently obtaining) such as CAANZ or IIA Membership
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A working knowledge and understanding of basic internal audit and risk management practices and standards (IIA and ISO31000)
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Knowledge and experience in undertaking internal audits, risk assessments, risk management framework reviews etc
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Experience working with public sector clients
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Experience in internal auditing of basic financial processes and controls as well as internal auditing of operational processes
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Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
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Exposure to Enterprise Resource Management systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, TechOne etc.)
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our inclusive culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2026-2028 Employer Committed to Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
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BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]