2025-08-22 to 2025-09-23

EXTERNAL AUDITOR
RELIANCE AUDITING SERVICES
WEST PERTH, WA 6005
FULL-TIME PERMANENT
SALARY: $77k - $ 87k PER ANNUM

Reliance Auditing Services is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented External Auditor to join our professional audit team.

The role will be responsible for planning, conducting, and finalising a broad range of audit assignments across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality audit services in line with Australian Auditing Standards, the Corporations Act, and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

The External Auditor will undertake the following duties, including but not limited to:
Audit Engagements: Conduct statutory and compliance audits across a variety of clients including:

o Financial Statements (large and small private companies, listed and unlisted public companies)
o Not-for-Profit organisations
o Australian Financial Services Licensees (AFSLs)
o Trust Accounts, Managed Investment Schemes, Private Ancillary Funds, and Schools
o Variable outgoings, grant acquittals, and other specialised audits as required.

- Risk and Operational Audits: Perform risk assessments, operational reviews, and agreed-upon procedures.
- Planning & Execution: Assist in developing audit strategies, performing fieldwork, and executing audit procedures in line with professional standards.
- Technical Advisory: Address complex technical accounting and audit issues; prepare position papers and technical documentation.
- Audit Methodology & Processes: Support the review and continuous improvement of firm audit methodologies and internal procedures.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements in compliance with AASB and IFRS standards.
- Reporting & Communication: Prepare audit reports, management letters, and closing documents; liaise with clients and external accountants to resolve queries.
- Team Leadership: Coordinate, mentor, and support audit teams, ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory requirements.
- Professional Development: Participate in client meetings, training sessions, seminars, and presentations.                                                                                      - Other Duties: Undertake additional assignments, projects, or responsibilities as directed by management.

Key Requirements:

- Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional membership (CA/CPA or equivalent) or progress towards completion.
- Minimum of 2 years relevant external audit experience.
- Sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), International Financial - - Reporting Standards (IFRS), and Australian Auditing Standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple audit engagements and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.

SALARY: $77k - $ 87k PER ANNUM