Auditors will give an independent opinion on the financial performance of an organisation, and the extent to which its obligations are met and will verify the accuracy of information in the accounting records. They will also verify that assets and liabilities mentioned in reports in fact exist and will prepare financial statements and reports for senior management, shareholders and statutory bodies. They will arrange pre-audit meetings with taxpayers to discuss the scope and process of the audit and will prepare audit reports, and follow up on actions and issues arising from these reports. They will assess the efficiency and effectiveness of an organisation, be it a private company or a government department and will examine the records of government departments, statutory and municipal authorities and government-owned enterprises. They will advise clients on ways to improve their accounting systems, policies and procedures throughout the audit process and will assist in a business stocktake and valuation of a business and will follow up on actions required as a result of report findings.
Avg Salary
Australia  $55,571 AUD
United Kingdom  £29,345 GBP
United States of America  $56,691 USD
New Zealand  $52,963 NZD
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