Taylor Hibma
Taylor Hibma lives in New York City and began writing professionally in 2007. His articles have appeared primarily on the websites eHow and Pluck on Demand. Hibma has a bachelor's degree in English and is pursuing a master's degree in creative writing at the City College of New York. He has also received a certificate in filmmaking from the Digital Film Academy.
Auditors are responsible for gathering and analyzing various types of financial information and documents for the government, corporations and organizations. To become an auditor, you must complete at least a bachelor's degree in accounting. For salary and promotion purposes, many prospective auditors choose to complete a master's degree in accounting as well. After graduation, the Institute of Internal Auditors offers certification examinations to applicants. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for auditors in 2008 was $59,430.
Analyse documents
Auditors analyze and monitor various types of financial documents to ensure that employees are compliant with government and corporate regulations. These documents may include various types of financial information about assets, liabilities, surplus, income, expenses and stock. Using these documents, auditors create files and charts for all the financial data to make the information accessible. Auditors also ensure that all government laws are being met and taxes are paid on time.
Verify Effectiveness
Auditors verify the efficiency and effectiveness of a company or organization by looking for any fraud or mismanagement. A lot of time may be spent interviewing managers and employees. During these interviews, auditors determine whether financial records match up with their statements. These interviews help determine the productivity and financial stability of a company or organization. Having strong interpersonal skills can improve an auditor's ability to communicate with these individuals and