
Director - IT Audit
- Brisbane, QLD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage small, medium and large size teams of talented KPMG professionals and oversee the planning and execution of IT Audit and IT Risk client engagements.
- Oversee the delivery of IT risk & assurance services, including IT external and IT internal audits, service organisation controls reporting, IT risk assessments and IT project assurance reviews in multiple industries, to KPMG clients.
- Lead and evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle of complex audits while providing performance management for IT audit, risk and assurance staff working on assigned engagements.
- Write and present clear and concise reports and presentations containing meaningful observations and recommendations to clients, and review documented procedures performed and conclusions reached related to projects.
- Support proposal and business development activities by assisting in the identification of new target clients, building business relationships with key executives, and developing/presenting proposals.
- Provide oversight and leadership to KPMG team members regarding deliverables, project plans, and performance management.
- Remain abreast of developments in technology, internal audit and IT risk management to ensure that KPMG's approach remains fresh and at the forefront of industry thinking
- Drive strategic initiatives and audit innovation, and lead a high-performing team within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
- Solid experience in internal and/or external audit, with additional experience in IT risk management, attestation, project assurance or advisory preferred
- A tertiary qualification (preferably information systems and commerce or related)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
- Background in external/internal audit and/or risk (ideally with a professional services firm) including IT general controls, automated controls, regulatory compliance, service organization controls reporting, and/or IT risk management with a minimum of 10+ years' experience. US-SOX accreditation is desirable.
- Knowledge of global frameworks and standards such as COBIT, ITIL and PCAOB Auditing Standards.
- Have gained strong technology risk and controls knowledge.
- Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of clients and internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and share expertise with team members to strengthen capability.
- A tertiary qualification in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Information Systems, Commerce or other), CA or CISA equivalent or ability to obtain a CA or CISA.