Audit Jobs in Wheaton, 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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Cybersecurity Auditor, Audit

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Experience developing audit programs, reporting on audit findings, or making recommendations for risk mitigation....

Lead Auditor Data Analytics (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work)

  • Rosemont, IL (15 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (15 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities: Assist the Snr Manager of IT Audit in leading the department to develop, implement and drive the data analytics strategy for the Internal Audit Department Contributes to department...

Audit Senior

  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 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...

Audit Manager

  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 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 Manager

  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (8 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 8 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...

Internal Auditor

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant major. 3 years of tangible work experience in internal audit or external audit....

Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Manager Products & Services

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

processes and controls Current and emerging technologies Core risks, processes and internal controls related to non-financial reporting Risks, processes and controls related to financial reporting COSO...

Audit Senior (47900)

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our Audit Assurance & Accounting Department in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid position based in the Chicago, IL office....

Night Auditor

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Audit and reconcile all revenue postings....

Audit Director

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

of audit and/or business techniques....

Field Auditor III (Department Of Revenue) Afscme 3696

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Works on the County's annual external audit under the direction of supervisor....

Audit Manager

  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 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

  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 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 Senior Manager

  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Villa Park, IL (7 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 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 Manager (Real Estate)

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Wheaton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

A leading Public Accounting firm in Chicago is looking to hire a new Audit Manager to join their growing Real Estate team....

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Wheaton, IL

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Wheaton, 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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