Internal Auditor

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city – a city that is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro proudly continues to operate and maintain a world-class train service and network through to delivering significant transport projects that will shape how Melbourne moves. With Zero Harm at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely. We are one team, helping to connect and shape a better Melbourne.

As an Internal Auditor within our Audit and Risk team, you will carry out tasks necessary to fulfil the annual and three-year strategic internal audit plan ensuring that the MTM's assurance obligations are met.  You will be working with Management to systematically review systems and operations aimed at identifying how well risks are managed including whether the right processes are in place and whether agreed procedures are being adhered to as well as identifying areas where efficiencies, innovations or tighter controls can be developed and assisting with the implementation of the related new or improved business practices.

We have 2 positions currently avaliable, one fulltime and one fixed term 6 month contract. Based out of our Collins Street office. 

Key role responsibilities

• Analyse business processes to identify and assess how material risks are mitigated and whether improvements are necessary
• Apply the practice standards of the Australian Institute of Internal Auditors
• Appraise requirements and make recommendations in respect to work methods and techniques
• Provide input for the development of the annual Audit Program
• Assist with the implementation of Internal Audit recommendations across the business
• Liaise with external auditors/ stakeholders as necessary
• Prepare and maintain Internal Audit deliverables including working papers, reports, audit actions, status updates and analysis of key trends
• Provide advice to internal customers on appropriate internal controls and processes
• Provide assistance with the development and updating of the Enterprise Risk Register as required, including identification and analysis of risks

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree qualification in accounting or a related field
• CA or CPA qualified
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or working towards qualification
• Minimum 5 years Internal Audit and/or Financial Accounting experience including experience in process improvement

Next Steps

If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career growth, then please apply before the due date and be part of Melbourne’s growing rail network!

Please note applications for this role close on Monday 30th June 2025, please note screening will commence prior to the ad closing.  

Metro is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with specific access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to declare this in their application, so that the contact person for the position can discuss your needs.

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), we recognise that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace are vital to our mission and success and will lead us to being a world class rail network. In today’s interconnected and multicultural world, our ability to understand, appreciate, and leverage the unique perspectives of our employees, passengers, partners, and the community is essential for driving innovation and achieving sustainable growth.

We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances. We are committed to removing barriers and welcoming applications from people of all ages, abilities, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are happy to make adjustments to our recruitment process to support your full participation.