Audit Jobs in La Jolla, CA

In the accounting industry, an Auditor serves a vital role by scrutinizing a company's financial records to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with laws, regulations, and accounting standards. Auditors perform detailed checks on financial statements, systems, and operations, identifying any discrepancies, fraud, or areas of inefficiency. They then prepare audit reports and provide recommendations to enhance internal controls, operational effectiveness, and financial reporting quality. Audits contribute significantly to the transparency, credibility, and reliability of financial information, thus promoting investor confidence, enabling informed decision-making, and facilitating business growth.

An Auditor must possess strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills. They should be meticulous, objective, and ethical, with excellent communication and report-writing abilities. Knowledge of auditing software and information systems is also crucial. While a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is generally required, professional certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are highly valued. Prior to becoming an auditor, an individual could gain relevant experience in roles like accounting assistant, financial analyst, or internal control analyst.

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Internal Audit Manager Consultant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Must haves: 5+ years of experience in compliance auditing 3+ years of experience working in a manager-level audit role Nice to haves: Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, CRCM, or equivalent...

Principal Cybersecurity Auditor (Hybrid)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Audit Services operates in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors' Global Audit Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing....

Payer Regulatory Contract Compliance Auditor - PFS Revenue Integrity - Sharp Corporate - Day Shift - Full Time

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Essential Functions Account Audit Audit open and closed balance accounts for denial, underpay, and no pay reasons, and successfully collect additional monies...

Senior Internal Auditor

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit Department COSO component documentation and testing Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, computer science, or related...

Technology Audit Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Come join the Finance team as a **Technology Audit manager** with the Internal Audit team....

Audit Senior

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Audit Senior Responsibilities: Plan and oversee the auditing process Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Review team members’ work for accuracy and compliance Perform effective...

Audit Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Audit Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Manager, Internal Audit

  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Advanced knowledge of Internal Auditing standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment practices....

Senior Internal Auditor

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Using Qualcomm's risk-based audit methodology, the senior auditor will assist in the execution of internal audits with a focus on the Qualcomm CDMA Technology (QCT) business....

Senior Cybersecurity Auditor (Hybrid)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Work as the IT audit specialist on integrated business process audits....

Senior Auditor (SOX)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Company: Qualcomm Incorporated Job Area: Finance & Accounting Group, Finance & Accounting Group > Internal Audit General Summary: Unique opportunity to join Qualcomm's Corporate Internal Audit & Advisory...

Senior Manager, Internal Audit IT (Hybrid)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

, present audit findings and recommendations to key stakeholders, and deliver timely audit reports Perform follow-up procedures on audit findings to ensure timely remediation by management As a risk...

Staff Internal Auditor

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

observations and draft reports Manage remediation of audit findings Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, computer science, or related field Plans to pursue one of the following...

Sr. Internal Auditor

  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Understanding of Internal Auditing standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment practices....

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Salary for Audit Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Highest Education Level

Audits in La Jolla, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.2%
Master's Degree
33.3%
Associate's Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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