Audit Jobs in Lake Villa, IL

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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Field Premium Auditor

  • Arlington Heights, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Presents status of audit inventory on a regular basis to management. Keeps current on information relative to premium auditing through internal and external resources....

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Audit Senior

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Audit Senior Functions: Provide audit compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Develop an understanding of the client's business Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues...

Audit Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking Audit Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and compilations...

Audit Senior Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking Audit Senior Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and...

Audit Senior

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Audit Senior Functions: Provide audit compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Develop an understanding of the client's business Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues...

Audit Manager

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking Audit Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and compilations...

Audit Senior Manager

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking Audit Senior Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and...

Senior Manager, Internal Audit

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Your Role: The Internal Audit, Senior Manager will work closely with the Sr. Director of Internal Audit, Sr....

Senior Global IT & Security Auditor

  • North Chicago, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Internal Audit Key Pillar: Execution Our leading pillar is focused on executing our audits and services in accordance with Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) standards, AbbVie Code of Conduct, and other...

Audit Manager, Financial Institutions Industry

  • Lincolnshire, IL (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Please note, this position is focused on external audits and does not involve internal audit responsibilities....

Sr. Internal Auditor

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Responsibilities also include working closely with management and staff to plan audits, execute fieldwork, and draft audit reports....

Senior Internal Auditor

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Strong knowledge of internal auditing, accounting principles and IIA standards. Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO)....

Audit Senior

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Audit Senior Functions: Provide audit compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Develop an understanding of the client's business Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues...

Audit Manager

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago

We are seeking Audit Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and compilations...

Audit Senior Manager

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 22 days ago

We are seeking Audit Senior Managers to assist in a variety of projects including but not limited to for-profit, not-for-profit, governmental, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as reviews and...

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Lake Villa, IL

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Lake Villa, IL 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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