As Ross Tilly, PFIIA, CIA, completes his term as President and Chair of the IIA-Australia Board, IIA-Australia warmly acknowledges his outstanding service, leadership and contribution to the Institute and to the broader internal audit profession.
Ross has served with distinction, bringing deep professional expertise, considered judgement and a strong commitment to the members and purpose of IIA-Australia.
First appointed as a Director in 2020, Ross has served across successive Board terms. He served on the Audit and Risk Committee from 2020 to 2023, including as Chair from 2022 to 2023. He served as Vice-President from 2021 - 2023, before being appointed President in 2023. By virtue of his role as President, he also served on the Executive Committee and Nominations Committee from 2023 to 2026. His term as President ended at the close of the Annual General Meeting on 19 May 2026. Ross remains a director with his final term in office concluding in 2028.
During his time as President and Chair, Ross led a Board that has guided the Institute through an important period of change, growth and renewed focus on the future of internal audit, governance, risk and assurance. This period saw change in the Institute and the profession as we navigated the introduction of the new Global Internal Audit Standards; the launch of IIA-Australia’s Code of Conduct; and our registration with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, which reinforces the Institute’s commitment to transparency, accountability and acting in the public interest.
During Internal Audit Awareness Month, it is especially fitting to recognise leaders who help strengthen the profession’s voice, relevance and impact. Ross’ contribution reflects a genuine commitment to advancing internal audit and supporting the professionals who serve organisations across Australia through assurance, insight, accountability and good governance. His leadership has been steady, thoughtful and highly respected – and we sincerely thank him.
Ross is being succeeded as President by Sue Ironside, PMIIA.