James Mooney

Executive summary

James Mooney is the Lead Partner of BDO’s Audit Professional Practice Department (APPD), based in Melbourne. With more than 30 years of experience in audit and assurance. He has worked extensively across both public and private sectors, particularly with publicly listed companies.

As leader of the APPD, James oversees BDO’s audit and assurance quality, technology risk assurance, and IFRS and corporate reporting assurance teams. James leads the APPD’s strategic initiatives nationally, including audit quality, partner portfolio development, and regulatory engagement.

He is instrumental in shaping BDO’s response to emerging challenges such as sustainability assurance, audit efficiency, and the integration of data analytics into audit methodology.

His leadership has been significant in the development of national working groups, training programs, and quality management systems that support consistent and scalable audit outcomes.

Expertise

• External audit for listed and multinational companies
• Audit methodology and quality management systems
• Sustainability assurance and ESG reporting frameworks
• Partner portfolio shaping and strategic audit planning
• Regulatory engagement with ASIC and CA ANZ
• Business valuations and financial reporting compliance

Experience

Partner in Charge, Melbourne Audit

Prior to his national leadership role, James served as BDO's Partner in Charge of Melbourne Audit. In this capacity, he led the Melbourne audit team, managed key client relationships, and oversaw audit quality initiatives at the local level. He was responsible for ensuring partner rotation compliance, team development, and implementing updates to audit methodology. His leadership helped shape the Melbourne office’s reputation for excellence and innovation in assurance services.

International and cross-border experience

James has previously worked with BDO in the UK and has led engagements involving Australian companies with operations across Europe, Africa, and Asia. His experience includes complex audit assignments and advisory work in financial reporting and compliance.

Qualifications and affiliations

• Bachelor of Business
• Registered Company Auditor
• Member, CA ANZ