Trusted partnerships delivering positive outcomes for Federal Government entities

As a public sector leader, you face immense pressure to balance competing demands and deliver results. You are expected to develop policies, build sustainable capabilities, implement new systems, manage risks and comply with regulations, all while achieving positive outcomes for the public.

We empower our Federal Government clients with the skills and knowledge to navigate complex challenges with confidence.

 

 KEY CONTACT

 


Tim Ryan
Partner, Canberra

T: +61 2 6217 0295         
[email protected]

 


Tony Grieves          
Partner, Canberra

T:+61 2 6217 0395              
[email protected]


How can we help you?

 

 

Federal government advisory panels

RSM Australia is ISO 9001:2015 certified in Quality Management Systems and has been appointed to several government advisory panels, to make engaging us easy. More information on the services we provide is provided below.

  •  Accounting
  • Financial Advisory
  • Financial Audit
  • Corporate Governance
  • Internal Audit
  • Government Policy
  • Programs and Projects
  • Procurement and Probity
  • Risk
  • Business, systems and process analysis services
  • Cybersecurity services
  • Data analytics and business intelligence services
  • Program, project and change management services
  • Risk management, benchmarking and audit services
  • Strategy, policy and governance services
  • Data and Research
  • Intelligence
  • ICT and Digital Solutions
  • Information and Knowledge Management
  • Monitoring and Audit
  • Portfolio, Program and Project Management
  • Service Delivery
  • Cloud Consulting
  • Identity Access Management
  • Risk Compliance
  • Security Threat Management

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Assurance, advisory and consulting services for Federal Government

At RSM, we believe in empowering our clients with adaptive solutions and an expanded skill set that will help you face the future with confidence.

Our specialist expertise covers:

Digital transformation consulting services and solutions for Federal Government 

Empowering you to face the future with confidence.

As technology and automated systems become embedded in all areas of life, government and public sector agencies have needed to rapidly transform their operations and services.

As a national firm with global reach, RSM has the experience and capacity to support you at any stage of your digital transformation —from strategy development, architecture design and business systems selection, to critical aspects of project and program management, change management, data analytics, cyber security, digital solutions and IT managed services. 

Our tailored solutions drive innovation, increase productivity, reduce costs and improve service delivery. Wherever you are on your transformation journey, we're here to ensure your success.

We specialise in:

Our strategic advisory services help government and public sector organisations optimise service delivery and benefits realisation. 

We are adept at costed options analysis, design of future state services and solutions architectures and development of clear, actionable roadmaps that align with your long-term objectives.

We offer expert guidance on the selection and adoption of cutting-edge business systems, including financial and ERP solutions , to enable effective decision-making and improve operational efficiencies. 

We support all aspects of system implementation and integration.

Our end-to-end project management services will support you from planning to post-implementation review. Take advantage of our expertise in delivering complex projects on time and within budget, helping you adapt to new technologies, processes, and structures with maximum engagement of staff and stakeholders and minimal disruption to business as usual. 

We support organisations to establish robust governance structures and assurance for digital and ICT investments, including tailored dashboard reporting.

  • We harness the power of data to help government agencies make informed decisions through detailed insights, predictive modelling, and robust data management systems. We develop data and AI strategies and data governance solutions, tailored to your specific needs.
  • Business, systems and process analysis servicesWe offer tailored solutions to design, analyse and implement efficient digital processes that enhance productivity and effectiveness. We define functional and non-functional requirements that guide design and development of digital solutions. Our focus is on improving user experiences and reducing manual work.

We offer a variety of specialist information security services designed to reduce the risk of unauthorised access to your systems and data and provide advice to help you make your technology systems function as intended.

We ensure that IT infrastructure is managed efficiently and securely, allowing government and public sector organisations to focus on their core missions without worrying about IT operations.

Risk, governance and compliance for Federal Government

Anticipating the challenges of tomorrow to bring long-term value today.

The public sector is heavily regulated. At RSM, we have extensive experience in assessing and analysing governance arrangements to provide valuable recommendations. We have specialised technical expertise in risk mitigation, fraud, and security crisis management to minimise reputation damage and reduce loss.

If you need to quickly assess risks, identify gaps, and determine a way forward, our team of specialists will provide confidence in a rapidly changing world.

Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices with our ESG assurance. We review sustainability strategies, assess the efficiency of environmental management systems and provide tailored environmental advisory and assurance services. Specifically, RSM provides the following: Environmental Risk Management, Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Assurance, Carbon farming & emissions reduction fund assurance and Regulatory compliance audits.

As technology and automated systems become more prevalent, cyber security and resilient systems are essential. Our comprehensive IT Assurance includes IT Governance and System Implementation Assurance, offering peace of mind that your cyber controls are sufficient.

RSM has a dedicated team of expert practitioners delivering high-quality probity and procurement advisory services to the public sector. With over 60 years of probity services experience and more than 100 years in procurement and risk advisory, our team understands the unique project issues and risks that may arise. Our approach incorporates best practices, lessons learned from previous projects, and deep knowledge of public strategic planning, governance and accountability.

We specialise in identifying and addressing fraudulent activities, using forensic investigation techniques to protect public sector integrity and finances. We offer services such as forensic accounting, investigations (including fraud, bribery, corruption, bullying, and harassment), fraud and corruption control (prevention, detection, response), digital forensics, fraud or forensic data analytics, an independent public interest disclosure/whistleblower reporting service, management advice, forensic due diligence, open-source intelligence (OSINT) searching, and compliance services.

RSM has a comprehensive background in reviewing Workplace Health and Safety management systems for government agencies.

We have extensive experience in the assessment, and analysis, of governance arrangements with the delivery of value-adding recommendations. Our approach is based on our guiding principles which are agreed up-front, and all observations made are clear and meet critical needs of our clients.

Business continuity is vital for the public sector, as any disruption could cause significant harm to communities who depend on your services. Our approach to business continuity planning is based upon years of helping organisations both prepare for unforeseen disruptions and demonstrate this readiness to business partners.

Working with RSM

At RSM Australia, we believe in building genuine partnerships to maximise the value we offer to you and the communities you serve.

We understand your needs and will meet you where you are.

We will work with you to build your confidence and capacity to meet current and future demands.

We provide targeted solutions that fit your context.

We will help you to deliver improved results for the Australian public.

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN RELY ON

RSM has a long history, both in Australia and overseas, and is a trusted pair of hands for our public sector clients. Our award winning team of senior advisors are seasoned professionals who deliver comprehensive and bespoke services to government departments and arm’s length bodies (including non-departmental public bodies, trading funds and public corporations). RSM has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results. Our senior teams have the experience and dedication to provide trustworthy and transparent advice tailored to your specific needs. We bring deep industry knowledge and insights to help federal agencies overcome challenges and achieve their goals effectively.