Shape the future of public accountability

Are you a detail-oriented financial auditor who takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work?

Do you want to use your skills to contribute to greater transparency and accountability in the WA Public Sector?

We’re seeking Senior Auditors who bring:

· proven experience in financial auditing

· a strong grasp of auditing standards and legislation

· a commitment to supporting junior team members

· a collaborative mindset and a drive to improve public sector outcomes.

About the role

As a Senior Auditor within Financial Audit at the Office of the Auditor General, you will play a key role in delivering audits that strengthen public confidence in the financial management of WA State and local government entities.

You will plan and deliver audits of financial statements, controls, and performance indicators, applying auditing standards and legislation to support accurate and compliant outcomes. You will research and analyse financial data to inform audit findings and manage competing priorities during peak periods.

You will also contribute to a high-performing team by supporting junior staff and working collaboratively with clients and colleagues to resolve issues and achieve quality outcomes.

Why join us?

At the Office of the Auditor General, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career with purpose. You will have the opportunity to:

· work in a supportive and collaborative team environment

· access professional development training to support your growth

· enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including flexible working arrangements and study leave

· work onsite at a variety of clients and the potential of travel to regional areas of WA.

We are establishing a pool for of candidates for full time, part time, permanent and fixed term vacancies that arise within the next 12 months. Fixed term appointments may have the possibility of permanency.

We currently have several permanent, full time positions available. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Want to apply?

Applications are made online on the JobsWA website, click the apply button to be redirected to the full advertisement, Job Description Form and application requirements/instructions.

This opportunity closes on Tuesday, 28 October 2025 at 5:00pm WST.

Note: The jobs board will be closed down the weekend of 25 and 26 October

The OAG conducts employment screening for successful applicants, including a national police clearance. An Australian Government security clearance may be undertaken, if required for the role.

All applicants applying for permanent positions are required to be Australian Citizens OR permanent residents at the time of applying. The Office conducts employment screening for successful applicants including national police clearance. An Australian Government Security Clearance may be undertaken if required for the role.

If you have any questions about the role or application requirements, please contact Steven Hoar, Acting Senior Director, Financial Audit on (08) 6557 7620 or [email protected].

About the OAG

The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent entity reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.

We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.

At the OAG we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. Our 2024-25 Annual Report highlighted that 37% of our employees are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At the OAG we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments. This includes:

• specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements.
• up to an additional four weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
• 13 weeks’ long service leave after seven years
• up to three Public Service Holidays per year
• cultural leave.

We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.