Q: What is it like to work at the Australian National Audit Office?

A: At the ANAO, we're a diverse bunch. As well as accountants and finance experts, you'll find people from a whole range of disciplines. We have a friendly, supportive corporate culture and challenging work that is of benefit to the people of Australia. We encourage our people to grow and improve by providing great career pathways and training opportunities.

Q: What programs/areas will I be auditing?

A: The work area you're assigned to depends on several factors, including current staffing levels, the audit work program and your qualifications and experience. Where possible, we make every effort to assign you according to your stated preferences.

Q: Is the ANAO a government department?

A: The ANAO is a statutory agency and ANAO staff are employed under the Public Service Act 1999.

Q: Will I have to move to Canberra?

A: Yes, all ANAO positions are based in Canberra. The ANAO may cover reasonable expenses involved with relocating successful applicants to Canberra. For more information on this, please refer to the Employment Conditions and Benefits pages.

Q: What security checks will I have to undergo?

A: In order to commence with the ANAO, you need to obtain a 'baseline' national security clearance at a minimum. This process involves a check into your background for a period of 10 years (including national police checks).

Q: Do I have to be an Australian citizen?

A: To be considered for employment with the ANAO you must be an Australian citizen.

Q: Do you have any tips/guidance for my application?

A: For general guidance on applying for jobs in the APS, please refer to 'Cracking the Code', an Australian Public Service Commission guide.

Q: What are the work hours?

A: A standard work day at the ANAO is 7.5 hours a day, but start and finish times are flexible to help promote a healthy work life balance.

Q: Do you provide visa sponsorship?

A: As all our employees need to be Australian citizens, we cannot provide visa sponsorship.

Q: How do I apply for a position?

A: Applications for all vacancies can be submitted via the Vacancies/Apply page. For more details on applying for jobs in the APS, please refer to 'Cracking the Code', an Australian Public Service Commission guide.

Q: When will I hear back from the ANAO after submitting an application?

A: We are normally able to get back to applicants within five business days from the closing of applications, however at peak application times it may take us a little longer to respond. If you haven't heard back from us within five business days, please feel free to contact the Careers Team.

Q: What is the best way to prepare for an interview?

A: Prepare carefully for your interview. Questions will be based on the six core ANAO capabilities relevant to the position you are applying for. Be prepared to tell us how your skills, knowledge and experience will help you meet the challenges of the job using the STAR method to ensure a comprehensive response that covers the following:

Situation — describe the setting. 
Task — outline what was required of you in the situation.
Action — describe the steps you took to respond to the task.
Result — describe the outcome of your response to your actions.

We will advise you in advance if there is any specific preparation required or tests to be undertaken at the interview.