Auditor Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of an Auditor:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or Business.
  • 2+ years of experience in a relevant field is generally required.
  • Additional distinctions or certifications may be preferred or required.
  • In-depth industry knowledge regarding best practices, policies, current regulations, and technology.
  • Exceptional research, planning, problem solving, critical thinking, and math skills.
  • Excellent presentation, collaboration, and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping or financial software and MS Office.
  • High level of efficiency, accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Auditor skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Auditor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.