We are looking for 

Someone who is available to start immediately and is passionate about using data and analytics to contribute to our vision of better public services, and our mission of independent and valued assurance and insights. 

As a graduate data analyst, you will be working collaboratively with other subject matter experts in data engineering, analytics, and audit to identify, deliver, and improve our client data sets, build new analytic tools, and deliver analysis and data visualisation support. 

About us

As the independent auditor of the public sector and local governments, we are vital to Queensland’s integrity system. We provide independent, professional audit and assurance services, giving parliament and the public trusted assurance and insights.

We have hundreds of audit clients from a wide range of industries across the beautiful state of Queensland. We help them improve their financial management and performance, so they can deliver better public services for the community. We support the Queensland Parliament in holding entities to account for the effective, efficient, and economical use of public resources. We also engage with many other stakeholders, such as integrity bodies, accounting standards boards, and Australian and international audit offices. 

Innovation, teamwork, and client relationships are at the heart of what we do. 

Working at QAO

QAO is an inclusive employer. We encourage flexible working and aim to create a work environment where all employees are respected, connected, and can contribute, regardless of age, culture, disability, family and caring responsibilities, gender identity, Indigeneity, religion, or sexuality. We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of marginalisation who meet our eligibility requirements to apply. 

We aim to represent the community we serve and greatly value the diverse experiences our people bring. QAO’s culture sets our workforce up for success – we invest in our people so they can be best in their field. We are passionate about innovation, we welcome new ideas, and we invest in advanced audit capabilities such as data analytics and artificial intelligence.

We also offer:

• A Brisbane based role with hybrid work arrangements – work from client sites, in the office and from home. 
• Salary commensurate with experience – $86,786.76 (includes 12.75% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading)
• Continuous learning opportunities, including formal learning and personalised career development.

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Robert Kilbride on (07) 3149 6140 or for further information email recruitment@qao.qld.gov.au.

Role description

Kickstart a rewarding and versatile career in a supportive and fun team, with flexible work arrangements and learning and development opportunities.

Join our graduate program

Join QAO as an Undergraduate Auditor and start building a rewarding and versatile professional services career before you graduate.

You will be a valued member of our collaborative, diverse, and fun team, where everyone is supported to be their best. As a permanent staff member from day one, we will provide flexibility to help you balance part-time work with your final year university studies. After successfully completing your degree, you will have the opportunity to move into the full-time graduate program.

With us, you will gain valuable experience while studying towards your degree. We will provide:

• comprehensive, hands-on learning opportunities
• on-the-job training in a supportive team
• regular professional development sessions
• mentoring and a dedicated buddy as you start working with a variety of clients
• flexibility to balance study and work commitments
• a variety of opportunities, experiences, and work to put the skills and knowledge you learn at university into practice.

As an Undergraduate Auditor, you will help our teams to complete financial and assurance audits of our clients and apply our technology and tools to glean unique insights. Effective communication skills, the ability to identify and solve problems and achieve results, a sense of adventure, and a passion for pursuing better public services are desirable qualities for the role.

Unlock your potential while you help improve public services for all Queenslanders – from the local government services you use in your community, to your hospitals, energy providers, universities, and more.

We also offer:

• a Brisbane-based, hybrid working model – work from our head office, client sites, or from home
• a starting salary of $75,673.83 full-time equivalent, which includes 12.75 per cent superannuation and 17.5 per cent annual leave loading
• continuous learning opportunities, including formal learning and personalised career development.

If you will be in your final year of university in 2026, join our team and make a real difference to people’s lives.

You have a choice of commencing in October 2025 or February 2026.

Role description Applicant pack

Join a welcoming, fun and supportive team, work flexibly, access professional development opportunities for career progression, and make a real difference.

Join our graduate program

QAO’s 12-month graduate program is the first step in an incredibly rewarding and versatile career.

You will be a valued member of our collaborative, diverse, and fun team, where everyone is supported to be their best. And as a permanent staff member from day one, you will progress directly to Auditor level after successfully completing the program.

We will provide:

• comprehensive, hands-on learning opportunities
• on-the-job training in a supportive team
• regular professional development sessions
• mentoring and a dedicated buddy as you start working with a variety of clients
• support to achieve your professional accreditation (such as CA, CPA, or IPA)
• flexibility and a 36.25 hour work week to promote work–life balance
• a variety of opportunities, experiences, and work to build your skills and knowledge.

As a Graduate Auditor, you will work across different teams, engage with a range of clients throughout Queensland, and apply our technology and tools to glean unique insights. Effective communication skills, the ability to identify and solve problems and achieve results, a sense of adventure, and a passion for pursuing better public services are desirable qualities for the role.

Unlock your potential while you help improve public services for all Queenslanders – from the local government services you use in your community, to your hospitals, energy providers, universities, and more.

We also offer:

• a Brisbane-based, hybrid working model – work from our head office, client sites, or from home
• a starting salary of $88,509.79, which includes 12.75 per cent superannuation and 17.5 per cent annual leave loading
• continuous learning opportunities, including formal learning and personalised career development.

If you graduate before January 2026, or have graduated within the previous 2 years, join our team and make a real difference to people’s lives.

You have a choice of commencing in October 2025 or February 2026, depending on your university graduation date.

Role description Graduate Auditor  Role description Graduate Specialist IS Risk  

Applicant pack 

We are looking for talented and passionate people to join our team in audit and assurance roles throughout the year. Please contact HR via email at recruitment@qao.qld.gov.au to discuss employment opportunities. 

For information on our graduate program, please click here.