Manager, Internal Audit

Rabobank

. Report to the Head of Audit Australia within Rabobank Australia and New Zealand’s Internal Audit function .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Internal Audit methodologies and practices, with a strong focus on risk management and compliance within the Banking and Finance sector. Proven ability to manage audits effectively, communicate findings, and enhance stakeholder relationships.

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Internal Audit ExperienceRisk ManagementAudit MethodologiesStakeholder ManagementData Analytics

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Hard Skills

Audit MethodologiesRisk ManagementComplianceData AnalyticsCredit RiskProject AssuranceIT AuditFinancial AnalysisControl SystemsRegulatory Requirements

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingRelationship ManagementTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA)CPA Australia (CPA)Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Industry Keywords

BankingFinanceThree Lines of Defence ModelAustralian Regulatory RequirementsNew Zealand Regulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Head of Audit Australia within Rabobank Australia and New Zealand’s Internal Audit function
Maintain and enhance relationships with Senior Management
Oversee Australian audits of the adequacy and effectiveness of management control systems
Report audit outcomes and recommend and track improvements
Provide subject matter expertise and stakeholder management across the designated Senior Management portfolio
Deliver effective, risk-based assurance to RANZ management and Boards
Contribute to Internal Audit’s strategy, including data analytics and culture and behaviour audits
Manage end-to-end execution of allocated audits according to Rabobank Audit methodology
Allocate team resources to meet time, budget, and quality objectives
Analyze key risks and controls with management
Communicate findings, risks, recommendations, and assignment progress to stakeholders
Review management actions addressing reported control deficiencies
Prepare reports for Head Office, the Australian Board Audit Committee, the Senior Officer Outside Australia, and local regulators
Attend relevant management forums on behalf of Audit
Collaborate with Group Audit subject matter experts
Coach Senior Auditors and support audit team members
Undertake responsibilities to improve internal audit quality and value through data analytics and culture and behaviour audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance or Accounting
Member of an appropriate professional body: Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA), CPA Australia (CPA), or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Qualifications relevant to the area of subject matter expertise are highly desirable
Strong and proven experience in an Internal Audit role within Banking and Finance or external audit
Internal audit experience in the area of subject matter expertise
In-depth understanding of audit methodologies and requirements, including working knowledge of data
Familiarity with the implications of the three lines of defence model
Specialist knowledge of at least one audit area such as Credit Risk, Risk Management, Compliance, Markets & Treasury, IT, or Project Assurance
Demonstrated understanding of the banking and finance sector
Good working knowledge of Australian and/or New Zealand regulatory requirements
Applicants must hold valid work rights for this role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Rabo@Anywhere hybrid working between the office and home
Wellbeing leave
Education Assistance Program for professional development
Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
4 weeks annual leave
Eligible employees may receive 1 extra week annual leave
Option to purchase another 2 weeks annual leave
Employer-funded Death, TPD and Income Protection Insurance for eligible permanent employees
Rabo Workplace Giving program with matched employee donations to selected Social Partners