Ready to lead, inspire, and raise the bar for financial audit excellence across the WA public sector? If you’re an experienced external auditor with a passion for delivering quality outcomes, we want you. Make an impact where your work really counts.
About the Role
We’re seeking Principal Auditors who bring:
- Substantial financial audit experience, leading small teams and delivering rigorous high-quality financial audits
- Strong analytical skills to interpret and apply accounting and auditing standards with sound judgement
- Experience overseeing audit activities, including planning, reviewing work, and resolving issues
- Effective communication and coaching skills to support team development and stakeholder engagement.
We are establishing a pool of candidates for full time, part time, permanent and fixed term vacancies that arise within the next 12 months. Fixed term appointments may have the possibility of permanency.
We currently have several permanent, full-time positions available. Job share arrangements may be considered.
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more detailed position information and Applicant Requirements.
If you have any questions about the role or application requirements, please contact Joanne Clark, Assistant Director, Financial Audit on (08) 6557 7505 or email Joanne.clark@audit.wa.gov.au.
About the OAG
The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent integrity agency reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.
We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 162 State and 146 local government entities.
You can find out more about what we do by visiting our website, and don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn.
Are you ready to apply?
Applications are made online. You are required to provide:
- a current comprehensive CV detailing your experience relevant to the position responsibilities
- a one [1] page statement responding to the following questions:
- What experience do you have leading small, non‑complex financial audits, and how has your background prepared you for this role?
- Describe how you’ve built capability in a team or supported a colleague’s development.
- a copy of your relevant qualification(s)
- proof of substantial completion of studies, or completion of studies that confers membership to CPA Australia, CAANZ or the IPA.
Other important position and recruitment information
Throughout this process you will be assessed against the responsibilities and applicant requirements as per the JDF, both work related requirements and leadership expected behaviours.
Your online application requires you to provide the details of two referees, with one being a current line manager. Please note that referees will only be contacted should you be selected to progress after interview.
All applicants applying for permanent positions are required to be Australian Citizens OR permanent residents at the time of applying.
The Office conducts employment screening for successful applicants including national police clearance. An Australian Government Security Clearance may be undertaken if required for the role.
If you require any accessibility adjustments, or if you experience technical difficulties, please contact our HR Team via email: talent@audit.wa.gov.au (do not send applications).
Why work for OAG
At the Office of the Auditor General, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career with purpose. You will enjoy a competitive salary and benefits and have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other individuals from all diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace to ensure all employees can contribute and thrive.
Our commitment to diversity is reflected not only in our values, but in the way we work. We offer flexible work arrangements, generous leave options, and a range of additional employment benefits designed to help staff balance work, family, and other commitments.
This includes:
- specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
- up to an additional four weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
- 13 weeks’ long service leave after seven years
- up to three Public Service Holidays per year
- study leave
- cultural leave
- prioritising your fitness and wellbeing with Fitness Passport, which provides discounted access to a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centres for employees and their families
- Work onsite at a variety of clients and the potential to travel to regional areas of WA.
This opportunity closes on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 12:00 noon
Late applications will not be accepted.
