Finance

Auditor Career Guide

Examine financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and identify fraud.

58Average
Median: $72,000
Hours/week: 42
Education: Bachelor's
Growth: 5%

Overview

Examine financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and identify fraud.

Median Salary
$72,000
Weekly Hours
42
Education
Bachelor's
Job Growth
5%

Key Metrics

Stress6/10
Work-Life Balance7/10
Job Security8/10
Remote Friendly6/10
Physical Demand2/10
Automation Risk5/10

Pros

  • +Good pay
  • +Travel opportunities
  • +Variety
  • +Important role

Cons

  • -Busy seasons
  • -Travel
  • -Pressure
  • -Documentation

Savings Calculator

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Yearly Savings
$7,200
Monthly Savings
$600

Top Employers Hiring for Finance

JPMorgan Chase
Bank of America
Goldman Sachs
Morgan Stanley
Wells Fargo

About This Career

Examine financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and identify fraud.

Guide to Education

Required Education

Bachelor's

Typical Training

4 years of experience/training

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need CPA?

Yes, for public accounting advancement.

Where do auditors work?

Big 4 firms, corporations, and government.

Is auditing growing?

Slowly, but stable.

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