Audit Jobs in California

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 Auditor

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago

audits, performance or operational audits, and internal control reviews....

Those in internal audit at PwC help build, optimise and deliver end-to-end internal audit services to clients in all industries....

Technician II - Payroll Auditor - 6068 - 302

  • Eureka, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 8 hours ago

supervision of the assigned manager, the Retirement Auditor (Technician II) performs a variety of complex clerical, data processing and/or technical accounting work involved in developing, maintaining and auditing...

Staff Internal IT Auditor

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Familiarity with PCI compliance requirements, COBIT, and COSO methodologies is a plus....

Internal Audit Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Summary: Responsible for overseeing and assisting with completing various internal audits and projects to successfully complete the Internal Audit (IA) Plan....

The Boeing Corporate Audit organization is seeking multiple Internal Auditors - Audit Subject Matter Expert (Experienced, Senior or Lead) to join our team in Renton, WA; Seattle, WA; Everett, WA; Berkeley...

Senior Audit Associate - Venture Capital

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, high-energy, detail-oriented, and driven Senior Audit Associate with a Venture Capital emphasis to join our Audit department's team....

Wealth Management Internal Audit Senior Consultant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

You will be responsible for: Providing risk management and operational internal audit services to clients primarily in the banking and financial services industry including regular audits and reviews...

Sr IT Auditor

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

including databases, operating systems, and applications + Able to travel up to 25% (domestic travel quarterly) + Ability to work remotely is an option **Desired Characteristics:** + Understanding of the COSO...

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Senior Financial Auditor

  • Glendale, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 2 days ago

This Management Audit (MA) position is primarily responsible for assisting the Managers and Directors of MA with the execution of annual audit plan, including performing financial and operational audits...

Manager, Internal Audit & Advisory

  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications & Experience... 7+ years of experience of experience in Big 4, Management Consulting, Multinational Corporate Environment, Internal Audit, Audit, IT and/or related field....

Auditor I

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

compliance audits....

Staff Management Auditor

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Verify the accuracy of audit findings and recommendations with audit work papers. Resolve issues of concerns and discuss audits with management and other officials interested in the audit program....

Auditor, Financial Operations (NBCU)

  • Universal City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Universal City, CA
  • 2 days ago

Identifies audit findings and considers corrective actions. Identifies opportunities for improvement to audit methodology, tools, and training....

Payroll Auditor - FT - Great benefits including retirement

  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 days ago

supervision of the assigned manager, the Retirement Auditor (Technician II) performs a variety of complex clerical, data processing and/or technical accounting work involved in developing, maintaining and auditing...

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Salary for Audit Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Audits in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.2%
Master's Degree
33.2%
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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