Audit Jobs in Louisiana

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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Internal Auditor Sr. - SOX & SOC1

  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 hours 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...

Auditor 1/2/3

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

authority with an audit program....

Part Time Night Auditor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

The Marquee Hotel, located in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a part-time Night Auditor. Hiring Immediately, apply today! Compensation: Starting at $16.50 per hour Schedule: Part-Time, 11PM - 7AM...

Audit Manager

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Audit Senior

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day 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...

Audit Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Charge Auditor (Full Time)

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Clinical Charge Audit Analyst performs detailed audits of medical records, comparing the medical record documentation against the itemized bill, nursing procedures, and...

Audit Senior

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 3 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...

Audit Manager

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Audit Senior

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 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...

Audit Senior

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 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...

Audit Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 days ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Audit Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Audit Manager Responsibilities: Prepare, execute, and review audits prepared by others Allocate responsibilities to junior and staff auditors Ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements...

Audit Senior

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 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...

Night Auditor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary The Night Auditor is responsible for consistently delivering results that contribute to the mission and overall success of the hotel. The Night Auditor will perform Cashier...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Audit Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Audits in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.2%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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