Audit Jobs in Maine

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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Audit Director, Risk Transformation

  • Augusta, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 2 days ago

We are committed to growing our audit staff significantly as we continue to expand and enhance the Internal Audit Group....

Senior Auditor- Office of the State Auditor

  • Augusta, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 2 days ago

The Office works with Maine State Government agencies to complete the State's annual Single Audit, comprised of the financial statement and Federal compliance audits....

Audit Manager

  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago

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

Staff Auditor II- Office of the State Auditor

  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago

· Assembling audit schedules, tables, exhibits, and other forms of documentation for inclusion in audit workpapers....

Internal Audit Director

  • South Portland, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 8 days ago

Experience leading internal audits, managing risk-based audit plan, and promoting audit industry best practices....

Compliance Auditor (Auditor II)

  • Portland, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 9 days ago

Prepares audit reports and assembles audit schedules, tables, exhibits, and documentation to present audit findings and conclusions....

Audit Manager II (US)

  • Falmouth, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME
  • 10 days ago

Performs review of audit documentation....

Audit Senior

  • Portland, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 10 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

  • Portland, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 10 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

  • Portland, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 10 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

  • Auburn, ME
  • 22 days ago
  • Auburn, ME
  • 22 days ago

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

Audit Manager

  • Bangor, ME
  • 22 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 22 days ago

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

Night Auditor

  • Waterville, ME
  • 26 days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 26 days ago

, and the like to each guest's account daily Verify all account entries are balanced; notate and settle any discrepancies uncovered in audit to appropriately settle guest accounts....

Sr IT Auditor

  • Augusta, ME
  • 28 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 28 days ago

. + Participate in the execution of an integrated audit by collaborating with and maintaining partnerships with financial auditors, key stakeholders and external auditors. + Design, plan and implement...

Audit Manager

  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Monitors audit findings to ensure effective and timely resolution. Contributes to preparation of internal audit management reports....

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Maine

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Maine 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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