Audit Jobs in Forest Lake, MN

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 Manager, VP - COO Audit Team

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 8 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Audit Manager, VP as part of our Chief Operating Office (COO) Audit Team....

Accountant- Cash Audit Supervisor

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Degree in Accounting and four years of experience in Cash Management in a leadership capacity + Must possess Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) knowledge with the ability to understand...

Internal Auditor

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Accepted Accounting Principles, internal control, and risk management frameworks. + Experience performing unbiased analysis and evaluation of the results of assigned audit reviews. + Experience with...

Auditor Principal

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

(COSO) Internal Control Framework and Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies (COBIT)....

Internal Auditor II - Special Review and Advisory Services "Amended"

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

audit reports Present audit results to client, audit committee Communicate with key audit stakeholders Plan and review audit engagements Follow up on complex audit issues for closure Communicate with...

Audit Director, Risk Transformation

  • Saint Paul, MN (21 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (21 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Audit Manager, Executive Director - Financial Crimes/Consumer & Small Business Banking

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

are long term Manage defined audits within one or more segments of the Audit Plan Ensure audit engagements are risk based, and executed according to Wells Fargo Audit Services policies and guidance...

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

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Senior Auditor, Senior AVP - Financial Crimes/Know Your Customer

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will: Perform audit testing components of assigned audits within multiple segments of the Audit Plan Plan and execute independent audit testing and ensure that they are timely and...

Senior Auditor - Financial Crimes/Governance & Oversight

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will: Perform audit testing components of assigned audits within multiple segments of the Audit Plan Plan and execute independent audit testing and ensure that they are timely and...

Internal Auditor II - Special Review and Advisory Services

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

audit reports Present audit results to client, audit committee Communicate with key audit stakeholders Plan and review audit engagements Follow up on complex audit issues for closure Communicate with...

Associate Auditor

  • N Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • N Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 3 days ago

, audits, evaluations, and investigations of Council programs and activities....

Audit Manager, Vice President - Financial Crimes/Transaction Monitoring/Investigations

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago

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

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

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Manager Financial Services

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 6 days 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...

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Forest Lake, MN

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Forest Lake, MN 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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