Impactful Internal Auditor – Hybrid in Parramatta

NSW Department of Communities and Justice – Parramatta NSW

Location - Parramatta - (This role operates under a hybrid working model, with a requirement to maintain a minimum 50% workplace presence each month)

Employment type - Temporary full-time role for 9 months with the possibility of an extension

Salary - $116,981.00 - $129,492.00 pa, plus superannuation and leave loading

Your role

As an Internal Auditor with the Department of Communities and Justice, you will contribute to the approved Internal audit delivery program that strengthens governance, risk management and internal controls across a large and diverse NSW Government department. This is a valuable opportunity to work on varied and meaningful audits, engage with senior stakeholders, and provide practical insights that support effective public services and better outcomes for communities across NSW.

What you'll do

• You will contribute to the delivery of internal audit engagements across a range of risk areas such as Information Security, Cyber, Financial Management, Health and Safety or Systems.
• Your responsibilities will include conducting audit testing and analysis, reviewing and evaluating evidence, documenting audit outcomes, and preparing high-quality reports and briefing notes.
• The role requires effective engagement with stakeholders across the Department, monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations, and supporting reporting to senior management and the Audit and Risk Committee.

You will join the Internal Audit team within the Internal Audit and Fraud and Corruption Control Branch. The team provides independent assurance, advice and insights to senior leaders and the Audit and Risk Committee. You will work in a professional, collaborative and supportive environment that values integrity, objectivity, accountability, continuous learning and constructive stakeholder relationships. The role reports to the Manager Internal Audit and works across different divisions and business areas within the Department.

What we're looking for

• At least 2 years' experience in internal audit or a related assurance role.
• Sound understanding of audit, risk and internal control principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and briefings.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Relevant tertiary or professional qualifications in audit, accounting, risk or assurance (e.g. CIA, CA, CPA, CISA) are desirable. Equivalent experience and a commitment to ongoing professional development will also be considered.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply - you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage.

Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Applications close Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Anjy Fayad on 02 9765 3***.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.