Senior Auditor

Are you ready to Chase the Sun by pursuing a career with Suncorp New Zealand? As part of one of Australia's and New Zealand's leading financial services groups, you'll help us live our purpose every day – to build futures and protect what matters – for our customers, our communities and each other. And you'll be supported to grow your own future further too, backed by a culture of continuous improvement, empowerment, and flexibility.

This is a 12-month contract opportunity.

Our Internal Audit team provides independent assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls to the Suncorp Group Board Audit Committee (BAC), Board Audit & Risk Committee (BARC), subsidiary Board committees, Group Executives, external auditors and regulatory bodies. We also provide risk management and internal control advice to business units.

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to help deliver high quality audits which assist the organisation achieve its objectives through promotion of effective internal controls.

You'll be responsible for:

• Delivering reliable assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the control environment across the insurance function.
• Performing and/or supporting end to end audits, project reviews and special ad-hoc reviews in accordance with Suncorp Audit methodology and professional auditing standards.
• Conducting the entrance meeting at the beginning of each audit, in conjunction with the Audit Manager.
• Prepare work papers and risk and controls matrix.
• Communicating audit findings to business management throughout the audit.
• Analyse management action plans to ensure that risks will be controlled withing the board tolerance levels.
• Helping to drive internal audit improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audit delivery.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in Financial Services, Internal Auditing and/or External Audit
• Competencies in: Business knowledge and commercial awareness, client relationship management, audit technical skills and teamwork
• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of accounting, auditing and/or risk management and the requirements of the Standards for the Professional Practice of the Institute of Internal Auditors
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills with regards to hey audit observations
• Extensive up-to-date business knowledge of the insurance sector, including a deep understanding of the key risks facing the sector
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite of products and audit documentation software
• Degree or qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Business

About Suncorp NZ:

We're proud to be a part of the Suncorp Group family alongside some of Australia and New Zealand's most trusted names in insurance – working together to bring about faster, simpler and better outcomes for our customers and corporate partners. Our commitment to strong, supportive partnerships extends to our people as well, and the opportunities and support we provide to help you thrive in your career with us. And with a shared customer-obsession and the digital capabilities to make a genuine difference, you'll see the meaningful impact you can make for our customers and communities, while watching your own career shine too.

What we also offer:

• Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus
• Flexible leave of up to 4 days per year in addition to annual leave
• Free life, salary continuance and trauma insurance cover
• Discounts on Asteron Life, Vero and Southern Cross Health Insurance
• $250 annually towards wellness activities
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Positive, inclusive team environment where we welcome individuality and celebrate diversity
• Flexible work arrangements embracing a healthy work/life balance

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require more information or any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact for a confidential conversation.

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, apply online today

Advertised: 10 Nov 2025 New Zealand Daylight Time

Applications close: 21 Nov 2025 New Zealand Daylight Time

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