Finance & Accounting

Auditor

Examines financial records and controls for accuracy and compliance.

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What this career is

Auditing independently examines whether financial records and internal controls fairly represent what actually happened in an organisation.

Typical education pathway
B.Com or accounting degree; professional qualification for statutory audit

What professionals typically do

  • Plan and perform audit procedures
  • Test transactions, balances and controls
  • Document findings and exceptions
  • Report to management or statutory authorities

Typical education pathways

  • B.Com or a degree in accounting and finance
  • Chartered Accountancy or an equivalent professional qualification for statutory audit work

Important skills

Accounting standards · Attention to detail · Documentation · Objectivity

Suitable student interests

Detail and accuracy · Rules · Investigation

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