Audit Jobs in Riverwoods, 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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Internal Auditor I

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

About the Role: The Internal Auditor I performs audits for assigned areas of operations, including financial, operational, and compliance audits, in accordance with acceptable audit standards and within...

Audit Senior Manager

  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 6 hours 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...

Full-Time Night Auditor/Guest Service Rep. (Mix of Overnights & Day Shifts)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Candidates for this role must possess previous experience auditing financial/accounting records, intermediate math skills, proficiency with accounting, PMS & POS systems, and Microsoft Excel, as well...

Audit Manager

  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 16 hours 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

  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (19 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 16 hours 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...

Internal Auditor

  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Summarize company audits and recommendations in a report format for management and the Audit Committee Create an internal audit plan for the year Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting required...

Compliance & Audit Associate

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

COMPLIANCE AND AUDIT ASSOCIATE We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Compliance and Audit Associate to join our US IT GRC Compliance and Audit team....

Senior Internal Controls Auditor

  • Mount Prospect, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (8 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Reporting: Prepare detailed reports including audit findings, recommendations for improvements, and action plans. Present audit findings and recommendations to management and the audit committee....

Large Bank Data Analytics Internal Audit Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Large Bank Data Analytics Internal Audit Manager will be an experienced, self-motivated professional interested in joining our expanding internal audit team. This position has limited travel....

Senior Auditor

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Teamwork facilitation Work collaboratively with audit management and other audit team members to plan and execute risk-based audits, report audit results and perform continuous monitoring of managements...

Staff Auditor II (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work)

  • Rosemont, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Conducts audit planning and analytics, audit testing and summarizes audit findings and recommendations....

Night Auditor

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Run night audit final after insuring all revenues are in balance nightly....

Internal Audit Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Use audit tools and visualization techniques to enhance audit efficiency, accuracy, and insight....

Night Auditor-(PT) The Blackstone Hotel

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Run night audit final after insuring all revenues are in balance nightly....

Auditor I

  • Rosemont, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (12 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Develop positive working relationships and maintain effective communication with the audit leadership team, audit team members, clients, and key stakeholders....

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Riverwoods, IL

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Riverwoods, IL 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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