Woolworths

• 12 month contract opportunity to join our large, high-performing Internal Audit team.
• Open on location - Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
• Build your career with Australia’s leading retail group

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a team member with an internal audit background to join the Woolworths Internal Audit (IA) team as an Audit Manager (Group Support Services) on a permanent basis. In this role, you will be part of the Internal Audit Management team and will support the delivery of the annual IA plan through providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value to the organisation's operations. This role will also be focused on bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate the design and effectiveness of operational controls, risk management and governance processes.

Here at Woolworths our Internal Audit team is unlike many others you will have come across. If you’re looking for an Audit Manager role that will see you use your internal auditing  experience to lead the Group Support Services internal audit program of work and partner with all areas of the business across Woolworths Group, then, this role is for you! 

What you’ll do

• End-to-End Audit Delivery: Support the development and execution of corporate audits (including Finance, Payroll, and Procurement) in alignment with IIA’s IPPF standards.
• Risk & Control Evaluation: Identify risks and execute rigorous testing to evaluate governance and control frameworks, ensuring recommendations are balanced and risk-based.
• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with the senior leadership team and stakeholders to support strategy development and present key review outcomes.
• Workflow Management: Coordinate and drive multiple simultaneous reviews, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality reporting without compromising detail.
• Team Mentorship: Coach and support team members to foster a culture of excellence and promote Internal Audit as a "trusted advisor" to the business.
• Process Improvement: Proactively follow up on audit actions and contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit tools, processes, and special projects.

What you’ll bring

• 6+ years of Internal Audit or Risk Management experience in at least one of the following industries: FMCG, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Professional Services, Ecommerce, Sustainability, Procurement
• CA/CPA/CIA qualified
• Extensive audit experience in designing, implementing and executing corporate assurance programs in a complex environment similar to Woolworths
• Familiarity or prior experience with SOX audits is advantageous
• External audit and financial accounting experience and a comprehensive understanding of internal controls over key financial processes
• Ability to manage conflict and demonstrate resilience in challenging situations
• Previous experience in managing and coaching teams, thriving on problem solving through utilising different techniques

What you’ll experience

• Hybrid Flexibility: Blend in-office engagement with work-from-home opportunities for a balanced work week.
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. 

Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.