Australian National Audit Office (ANAO)
Graduate Program — Indigenous affirmative measure positions
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- $64,698
- Apply by 11 Apr 2021
See the big picture
Don't pigeonhole your career. Get a unique and broad introduction to the work of government at the ANAO that'll give you a career edge. Examine finances or performance across government, learning how its agencies function individually and in combination to support Australia's democracy.
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Don't be sidelined with busy work or a "special project". Be a valued member of an audit team from day one—with real work and real responsibility. Make a difference by keeping government agencies transparent and accountable. See your work published and tabled in parliament.
See first-hand how senior leaders operate
Enjoy opportunities to work side-by-side and learn from senior leaders inside and outside of the ANAO. Have unmatched access to some of the public service's best and brightest.
See where your ANAO career takes you
Not sure where your career is headed? Here you'll get a strong foundation to build upon. Develop highly regarded people and work skills that'll expand your career options—all while you're learning to audit. Explore your aspirations with flexibility and choice in your placements.
You don't have to be an accountant
If you're motivated, curious, team-minded and skilled in communicating with others—and will fit with our high integrity and performance culture—we'd love to see your application.
We accept all degrees and disciplines into our graduate program. We value you for your unique skills, attributes and experiences and will help you learn the audit technical skills you need.
It's an exciting time to be in audit!
We're a specialist public sector agency that supports the Auditor-General of Australia to conduct audits of Australian Government agencies. We report to the Parliament and are proud of the important role we play in keeping government agencies accountable for their exercise of authority and expenditure of public funds.
Through our audits, we investigate and report on how government agencies operate, including their finances and how they manage programs, implement policy and run IT systems to achieve the aims of government.
As an ANAO auditor, you could examine the Australian Government:
- program implementation, management and monitoring
- IT systems
- financial statements
- service delivery
- procurement processes, contract and grants management
- management of defence assets
- policy development processes
- and more!
Think about all the fast-moving policy and implementation challenges faced by the government right now. Along with advances that have been made in technology and analytics, it really is an exciting time to be in audit!
Our office is located in Canberra. Roles will likely include travel around Canberra and interstate.
Head to our website to explore what else you'll see that other grads don't.
Applications for our 2022 graduate program open Monday 22 February and close at 11.59 PM (AEST), Sunday 11 April 2021. Don't miss out.
Reviews
Managing teams, analysis data, communicating with higher officials within the office and clients.
It audit of key government systems
I undertake analysis, assist in audit administration and engagement with entities.
About the employer
Australian National Audit Office (ANAO)
3.9
100 - 500 employees
Government & Public Service
The ANAO provides an independent view of the performance and financial management of Government entities.
Pros and cons of working at Australian National Audit Office (ANAO)
Pros
Work is varied and interesting. I feel like I am making a difference and having a real impact in improving public sector administration. Personally, I have worked in great teams with managers and colleagues who have taught me a lot of important skills. Apart from a number of occasional periods of high workload and stress, work-life balance is generally good.
Good upwards mobility for early career development, good connection with senior people within the office and exposure to wide variety of topics and knowledge areas.
Modern office fit-out, flexible work, emphasis on continual learning.
Interacting with a large range of staff (from APS to SES band 2), and staff from numerous departments. Travel for work. Plenty of learning opportunities.
The office serves an important purpose in promoting transparency and accountability in Australia's political system and public service.
Cons
It's very detailed and methodical work and at times can be challenging to stay engaged.
Some elements of the office culture due to a high proportion of introverted individuals.
High staff turnover - I love my job but it is discouraging seeing close work colleagues/friends wanting to look elsewhere.
Depending on which department you are in, work hours can be long.
The experience is very dependent on the immediate team you work with.