Audit Jobs in Illinois

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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Senior Audit Manager, Digital Business Processes

  • Aon
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago

operational auditors, and PPO....

Hybrid

Auditor Intern - Part Time Temporary

  • Kane County Government
  • IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • IL
  • 13 hours ago

The Auditor Intern is required to perform a plethora of bookkeeping, auditing, data entry and other clerical duties....

In Person Part Time

Audit Senior Associate - Chicago/Deerfield

  • KSM
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Performs audit, review, compilation and other attest engagements. Perform other accounting, audit, and attest duties as needed....

In Person

Internal Audit Senior Associate

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Job Title Internal Audit Senior Associate Job Description Summary This is a Senior role within the Internal Audit Department, reporting to the Director of Internal Audit....

Hybrid

Toledo - WC External Auditor - 20067958

  • Highland County Joint Township
  • Ohio, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio, IL
  • 1 day ago

Job Skills: Auditing...

In Person

Enterprise-wide Auditor

  • University of Illinois
  • Champaign, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 1 day ago

University Audits is expanding its internal audit function and is seeking Enterprise-Wide Auditors to support a growing portfolio of work across its universities and system offices....

Hybrid

Senior Internal Auditor

  • Humana
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Internal Auditor owns audit engagements by leading walkthrough discussions, performing detail reviews, and identifying process gaps within business processes....

Remote

Financial Auditor

  • Aramco
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for the audit team and will be overseeing assistant auditors....

In Person Full Time

Audit Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

  • PwC
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Participate in various stages of a financial statement audit and internal controls audit Engage in diverse projects, showcasing creative thinking and initiative Collaborate effectively...

In Person

Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager

  • Staff Financial Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Back To Results Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager Job Description Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer - Chicago, IL Who: We are seeking an experienced audit professional...

In Person

Cincinnati - Workers' Compensation External Auditor/Employer Management Supervisor - PN: 20068223

  • Highland County Joint Township
  • Ohio, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Ohio, IL
  • 5 days ago

BWC's core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site...

In Person

Senior Business Process Auditor

  • Ideal Electric Company
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Senior Business Process Auditor is responsible for executing risk-based internal audits, evaluating business process controls, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and leveraging data...

In Person

Audit Manager - Public Sector/National Office

  • Crowe LLP
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Though Crowe has various different business units, Audit & Assurance is one of the largest practices. Learn more about our Audit & Assurance team!...

Hybrid

Audit Senior Project Manager

  • ADM
  • Decatur, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 8 days ago

Train and develop new leads and staff auditors, focusing on the audit methodology. 40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Salary: $137,124/yr to $147,124/yr. Standard company benefits....

Hybrid

Internal Auditor

  • Walgreens
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)....

In Person

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.2%
Master's Degree
33.3%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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