Internal Auditor Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

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

B.Sc degree in Accounting or Finance
Proven working experience as Internal Auditor or Senior Auditor
Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
Sound independent judgement
Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports

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

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