Audit Jobs in Virginia

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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Lead IT Auditor

  • Vienna, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Act as Auditor-In-Charge on audits, provide guidance and direction to Internal Audit staff, and participate in Internal Audit initiatives....

Internal Audit Manager

  • Lorton, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Prior experience with DCAA audits or working in a DCMA-compliant environment. Experience working in or auditing Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems....

US E-Audit - Manager, Data Science

  • McLean, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 11 hours ago

of an AI-enabled audit....

Senior IT Auditor Tech and Cyber

  • West McLean, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • West McLean, VA
  • 13 hours ago

This position may lead a team on less complex audits, complete audits independently or work within a team of Auditors on more complex audits....

Senior Auditor - Risk Management

  • McLean, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Perform audit tasks of moderate difficulty, demonstrating a degree of audit expertise consistent with experience level....

IT Audit Manager, Internal Audit

  • McLean, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 22 hours ago

KPMG is currently seeking an IT Audit Manager to join our Internal Audit Department....

KPMG is currently seeking a Technology Assurance Audit Associate to join our Audit Services team....

IT Cybersecurity Auditor

  • Vienna, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with the Audit team on the development and execution of IT audit plans....

Staff Auditor

  • Radford, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Radford, VA
  • 1 day ago

, including analyzing requirements, determining audit objectives, and developing audit procedures....

Financial Improvement and Audit Senior Consultant

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Supporting the Department of the Navy (DON) audit response, audit remediation, internal controls, financial processes, and/or accounting in accordance with...

Lead Internal Auditor

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

Must demonstrate an advanced understanding of the risks and controls of the organization and have pronounced understanding of the audit methodology to carry out assigned audit procedures to contribute...

Internal Auditor

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

skills which are essential for interacting with all levels of the organization Good understanding of the COSO Integrated Framework for Internal Controls Effective communication skills including report...

Financial Auditor

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour Schedule & Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Financial Auditor Duties and Responsibilities Conducting financial audits for compliance Analyzing financial data such as...

Night Auditor - Embassy Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago

Compete the hotel Income Journal Complete the Night Audit Input for the PHR Pop-Up Submit the daily credit card batch. Complete the Night Audit Checklist....

Night Auditor

  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago

Audit and reconcile cashiers. Audit, reconcile, consolidate, and transmit all credit cards on a timely basis. Input and update financial information into the BRAINS network....

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Virginia 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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