Internal Auditor
Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.
At a Glance
Internal Auditor earns an average of $67,471/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2.7–3.7 years. Top skills: Auditing, Internal Auditing, Accounting.
$67,471/yr
Bachelor's degree
2.7–3.7 years
11
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Accountants and Auditors
Median Wage
$81,680/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.6%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Auditing
Internal Auditing
Accounting
Internal Controls
Public Accounting
Finance
Auditor's Report
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance
Process Improvement
Audit Planning
External Auditing
Business Process
Risk Analysis
Auditing Standards
Project Management
Common Skills (11)
Communication
Management
Planning
Operations
Verbal Communication Skills
Consulting
Self-Motivation
Leadership
Detail Oriented
Certifications (4)
Certified Internal Auditor
Certified Public Accountant
Institute Of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Certified Fraud Examiner
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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