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Auditor

 
Background
Auditors examine financial records and accounts to check they are accurate and follow the law. They review documents, test transactions, and look for errors or fraud in how money has been spent and recorded. Auditors work for companies, government organisations, or as independent professionals to make sure financial information is honest and reliable.
Similar Roles
Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
Audit MagazineThe Auditor
Books
The Audit ProcessInternal AuditingFinancial Accounting and Auditing
Key Figures
Arthur AndersenDeloittePwCKPMG
Classification
SIC Code8720, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference657.45, 657.6For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Financial AuditorInternal AuditorExternal AuditorChartered Auditor
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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