Senior Consultant – Engagement Independence, Ethics & Independence
$80,000–$100,000 year
Hybrid · Sydney, New South Wales, Australia or Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Job Summary
Senior Consultant in Engagement Independence within Ethics & Independence, leading independence-related advisory and compliance work for audit clients across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji. Responsibilities include managing independence systems and processes, delivering high-quality outcomes, conducting independence clearance for prospective audit clients, assessing permissibility of non-assurance services, developing independence memoranda and process documentation, guiding engagement teams, answering routine queries on business relationships, and driving process improvements for efficiency. Requires demonstrated experience in audit/risk in a Big 4 or mid-tier firm, strong knowledge of independence rules (IESBA), and familiarity with regulatory frameworks (including SEC, PCAOB, APES 110, Corporations Act 2001). Also emphasizes stakeholder engagement, relationship-building with Partners and staff, and the ability to operate under pressure while maintaining quality. Relevant tertiary qualifications (law/accounting) or professional accreditation (CA/CPA) preferred. Salary ranges mentioned: 80k-100k+; multiple employment types including casual, max-term/full-time, max-term/part-time, permanent full-time/part-time. Offices across multiple Australian cities with hybrid remote options. Diversity and inclusion are highlighted as part of the culture and flexible working arrangements are supported.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in audit, risk consulting, or risk management within a Big 4 or mid-tier professional services environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of Auditor independence rules (IESBA)
- Relevant tertiary qualifications such as a degree in Law or Accounting, and/or professional accreditation (e.g., CA or CPA)
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