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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Audit Manager: Mortgage Originations/Servicing

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago

The Audit Manager will proactively coach junior team members by providing candid and constructive feedback....

Audit Manager - Credit Risk

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Possess knowledge of Truist Audit Services audit software and business specific software....

Internal Auditor Sr. - SOX & SOC1

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 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...

Senior Internal Auditor: Consumer Lending/Mortgage Servicing

  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Strong knowledge of audit principles, practices, and methodologies including risk assessment, and audit documentation. Good aptitude for learning analytical, audit and/or facilitation skills....

Internal Auditor

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Essential Responsibilities: Execute internal audits in accordance with professional auditing standards (IIA Standards) and internal procedures....

Internal Audit Manager

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Internal Audit Manager will be a key member of a Global Internal Audit team reporting to the Head of Global Internal Audit....

Senior Auditor - Risk and Legal Audit

  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 1 day ago

Documentation of walkthroughs and flowcharts Execution of audit procedures Presenting audit results and issues to management and audit leaders Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite Understand...

Senior Auditor II - Risk and Legal Audit

  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 1 day ago

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills: Required: 2 to 4 years of experience in internal and/or external auditing. Present audit results and issues to management and audit leaders....

IT Audit Senior Manager

  • VA
  • 1 day ago
  • VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Essential Job Functions: Lead and execute complex audits and compliance reviews independently, ensuring adherence to audit plans....

Senior Auditor - PW020

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements Extensive knowledge of business processes, auditing standards, and audit techniques....

Transactional and Technical Topics Pensions - Audit Manager 1

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago

The T3 Pensions team is growing and looking for individuals with interest or experience in public company pension plan sponsor audits and/or employee benefit plan audits....

Provide financial accounting, audit, and advisory services to corporate clients, helping clients address complex accounting and reporting issues....

Senior Internal Auditor / Internal Auditor

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

Understanding of IIA and PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and data analytics tools is a plus. Knowledge of construction, development, capital expenditures, and IT control environments is a plus....

Audit Manager

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

Are you an experienced audit professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic Audit Manager to join our team....

Overnight Security & Night Auditor

  • Washington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, VA
  • 3 days ago

Ability to run all night audit reports and complete the night audit checklist. Ability to reconcile house accounts and communicate any house accounts with a balance....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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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
33.2%
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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