Audit Jobs in Altoona, IA

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.

1-15 of 19 Jobs

Senior Internal Auditor

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 17 hours ago

external audit....

Remote Work

Internal Auditor Senior - SOX & SOC1

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare clear, accurate and concise audit work papers that summarize scope, audit plan methodology and conclusions for audit field work and provide sufficient evidentiary data to support the work performed...

Audit Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Review and analyze complex audit issuses and provide recommendations. Supervise, mentor and develop a team of audit professionals....

Premium Auditor I

  • Urbandale, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Inputs a summary of audit information in Premium Audit Tracking System (PATS) for final Audit Transaction to determine premium adjustment....

Remote Work

Audit Manager, Vice President - Financial Crimes Corporate & Commercial Banking/Anti-Bribery & Corruption

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 13 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Vice President, Audit Manager on the Financial Crimes Audit Team....

Premium Insurance Auditor Remote Contract

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 14 days ago

rates and turnaround time of audits are met....

Remote Work

Audit Manager, Vice President - Financial Crimes/Governance & Oversight/Consumer Lending

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 18 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Audit Manager, Vice President on the Financial Crimes Audit Team....

Audit Senior

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 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

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 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

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 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...

Senior Internal Auditor - Audit Excellence & Professional Practices

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 25 days ago

within the audit function. + Participate in audit engagements to maintain practical auditing skills and stay connected with the day-to-day challenges and developments in the audit function....

Insurance Audit Manager - Louisville, KY (Remote)

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 25 days ago

Let's grow your career as an **Insurance Audit Manager** supporting our Louisville practice....

Remote Work

Premium Auditor

  • Urbandale, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 27 days ago

Inputs a summary of audit information in Premium Audit Tracking System (PATS) for final Audit Transaction to determine premium adjustment....

Remote Work

Senior Audit Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 29 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

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Audit Senior Responsibilities: Plan and oversee the auditing process Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Review team members’ work for accuracy and compliance Perform effective...

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Altoona, IA

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Altoona, IA 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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