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About BDO
A unique combination of relationships, resources, and responsiveness. That is what you get with BDO. Our business is built on relationships. We focus on what is important to you and adopt a partnership-style approach. From Kerikeri to Invercargill, BDO National supports our 21 locally owned offices throughout NZ. And with our global brand, you're connected to 160+ countries and territories and 111,000+ people.

The Opportunity
BDO New Zealand is seeking a highly experienced audit professional to lead our Assurance Support function. This newly created “Head of” role is pivotal in driving audit quality, supporting our national network, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

You’ll provide practical, business-focused support to assurance partners and their engagement teams, identifying development needs, delivering targeted training, and offering hands-on guidance to enhance audit quality. You’ll collaborate closely with quality leadership, with a core focus on being a trusted, in-business resource for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify development needs across the network through file reviews and regular dialogue with partners.
• Deliver guidance, support, and training to improve the quality of assurance services.
• Coach and support Assurance Partners and their teams, consulting on methodology and standards.
• Collaborate with Quality & Ethics, Risk & Compliance, and Learning & Development teams.
• Support the delivery of the annual work plan, training sessions, and audit conference.
• Contribute to strategy, planning, and national initiatives.

About You

• Associate / Associate Director or Partner level in audit, or equivalent experience in a technical/quality assurance role.
• Previous client-facing audit experience, or current or recent experience in an internal-facing technical or quality role (e.g., audit technical, audit quality, professional standards).
• CA qualification (or equivalent) and relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong knowledge of NZ and International Auditing and Assurance Standards, Quality, Professional and Ethical Standards, and Accounting Standards.
• Excellent communication, technical, and analytical skills.
• Commercial and pragmatic approach, with high ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a proactive and adaptable mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Car park and mobile phone
• Birthday day off
• Community day
• Annual opportunity to purchase extra leave
• Supportive, empowering environment

APPLY NOW
If you want to join a highly talented and respected team, within a supportive and empowering environment, apply today and be YOUR best at BDO.

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