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External Auditor - Associate Director  – North Sydney
   
Forvis Mazars’ audit and assurance team has an opportunity for an Associate Director like you.

Forvis Mazars is a leader in audit, tax and advisory services, operating worldwide across 100+ countries and territories. Join our 40,000+ strong team to grow your career through global opportunities, diverse projects and continuous learning. Belong to a supportive environment where your unique perspective is valued and success comes from working together. Impact with your bold ideas and help drive us forward.

This could be just the right opportunity for you if you….

• Have a passion for process improvements, researching technology and providing advice to clients. 
• Enjoy working in an environment where collaboration, agility and meaningful client relationships drive your growth every day.
• Thrive on clear responsibilities and a supportive work environment. 
• Want to focus on developing and fine-tuning specific skills. 

About the job: 

We are actively recruiting Audit professionals who are associate directors or those who are ready to make the move from Senior Manager to associate director level to join our Audit team in Sydney. Reporting to the Audit and Assurance Partners, you will ideally have at least 8+ years of experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to management. We are looking for someone passionate about being at the forefront of change, has the ability to think laterally, and the energy to build on our team culture, which centres around professional development and technical excellence.
  
You will be working with a diverse range of private and listed clients across a range of sectors. Your main duties will include managing a portfolio of clients from planning to completion, as well as professional team development, training, and risk management. As a suitable candidate, your responsibilities will follow:  

• Manage and lead audit engagements in consultation with the Senior Manager and Partner Group whilst ensuring compliance with Forvis Mazars Audit Methodology (FMAM)
• Client and team management
• Support in general Risk Management matters
• Developing proactive solutions to IFRS and ISA technical matters
• Support Partners  with the Forvis Mazars audit growth strategy  

About you:

• CA, CPA, ACCA qualified or equivalent
• Bachelors degree
• Ideally 8 + years of experience as an external auditor
• Expertise in accounting frameworks (IFRS)
• Understanding of CAAT’s and their role in an audit strategy
• Experience with ASX listed entities and large private groups  

Why Forvis Mazars?

At Forvis Mazars we're always looking ahead – for you, our clients and the communities we're part of. Together, we grow, belong and impact. We'll support you to learn, explore and grow as you take this journey with us. Here, you'll feel safe to share bold ideas and unique perspectives. After all, success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience and have an impact – now and in the future.
We believe that our people should be rewarded for their work, so we offer a range of financial and non-financial benefits to support and reward our people. 

At our North Sydney location, you can expect the following:

• Well-being program
• Recharge day
• Volunteering day
• Flu vaccinations
• Learning and development programs
• Social club activities, charity and community events
• Study assistance (financial support & study leave)
• Flexible working
• Employee referral rewards
• Paid professional memberships
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave payment
• Discounts on banking & insurance, health insurance, retail and entertainment, health and well-being
• International and domestic mobility opportunities

  
At Forvis Mazars, we nurture an inclusive environment and encompass diversity in all forms. Successful applicants will receive consideration for employment irrespective of their background, experience, identity, age, gender or ability.

All applicants must be either an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or hold a current valid Australian working visa with full working rights. You may be required to provide evidence at the time of application.  Background checks and screening are mandatory.  
 
Forvis Mazars does, from time to time, seek assistance from external recruitment agencies that we have strong relationships. However, currently, we are only considering direct applications for this role.

Please visit our Careers website for more information at forvismazars.com/au/careers

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