Audit Assistant Jobs

Audit Assistant jobs are open across public accounting, corporate finance, healthcare, government, and financial services, from entry-level to senior associate, with specializations in internal audit, compliance testing, and risk assurance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top stateIllinois
Top employerAAB
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree

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Administrative Assistant - Audit
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Administrative Assistant - Audit
Doeren Mayhew CPAs and Advisors
Orlando, Florida
Audit
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk

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Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit
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Assistant Vice President, Internal Audit
RWJBarnabas Health
Oceanport, New Jersey
Business Development
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Strategy & Corporate Development
$230k - $323k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Senior Assistant Director for Compliance and Audit
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Senior Assistant Director for Compliance and Audit
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$75k - $84k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Assistant Director, Degree Audit & Planner Systems - Division of Enrollment Management - UTK
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Assistant Director, Degree Audit & Planner Systems - Division of Enrollment Management - UTK
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Hybrid
Master's degree
10,000+

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Audit Assistant Manager
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Audit Assistant Manager
AAB
Cork, Pennsylvania
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
On-Site

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Audit Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

AAB1 open role
ADM1 open role
MAREX1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in audit assistant jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and formulas
  • Familiarity with audit documentation and workpaper standards
  • Knowledge of GAAP principles and internal control frameworks
  • CPA candidate status or progress toward CPA licensure preferred
  • Experience with audit management or ERP software such as SAP or Oracle

Tips for Your Audit Assistant Job Search

Tailor your resume to audit workflows

Highlight specific audit procedures you've supported, such as walkthroughs, control testing, or workpaper documentation. Generic finance resumes get screened out fast. Mention the frameworks you've worked within, like SOX, GAAP, or COSO, so reviewers immediately see relevant context.

Earn your CPA progress upfront

If you're CPA-eligible but not yet certified, list your exam sections passed and your target completion date. Many firms screen audit assistant candidates by CPA progress, and showing momentum signals commitment without needing the full credential in hand.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists audit assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by audit specialization

Internal audit, external audit, and IT audit roles each demand different skills and tools. When you search, use specialization terms alongside the job title so you're not applying to roles that need three years of ERP audit experience when your background is in financial statement testing.

Prepare for workpaper review scenarios

Audit assistant interviews often include a sample workpaper or a walk-through of a simple control test. Practice explaining your documentation choices out loud, because interviewers want to see how you think about evidence, not just whether you can fill out a template correctly.

Negotiate your busy-season expectations clearly

Audit roles carry heavy overtime from January through April. During the offer stage, ask directly about expected weekly hours in peak season and how comp time or overtime pay is handled. Getting specifics now prevents friction after you've already accepted.

Audit Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most audit assistants?

AAB, ADM, and MAREX are hiring the most audit assistants right now, with openings concentrated in Illinois, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent at large public accounting firms and organizations with active internal audit programs.

How many audit assistant jobs are remote?

About 50% of audit assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by employer type. Internal audit roles at large corporations tend to offer more remote flexibility, while public accounting firms more often require in-person presence during fieldwork and busy season.

How do you become an audit assistant?

Start by completing a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, since most employers require it as a baseline. Build foundational skills in Excel, financial statement analysis, and internal controls through coursework or internships. Pursuing CPA exam eligibility strengthens your profile significantly. Many candidates enter through internship-to-hire pipelines at accounting firms or through entry-level postings in corporate finance departments.

How do you get hired as an audit assistant with little experience?

Focus on roles labeled 'entry-level' or 'associate' and emphasize any coursework in auditing, accounting information systems, or internal controls. Part-time bookkeeping, tax prep work, or finance internships all count as relevant experience. Demonstrating progress toward the CPA and familiarity with workpaper documentation can offset a thin professional history when competing for your first audit role.

What does the audit assistant interview process look like?

Most audit assistant interviews include an initial screening call focused on your accounting background, followed by one or two rounds covering technical knowledge and behavioral questions. Expect questions about how you handle discrepancies in financial data, your experience documenting controls, and your ability to manage deadlines under pressure. Some employers include a brief practical exercise involving a sample workpaper or basic Excel task.

Where can I find and apply to audit assistant jobs?

You can find and apply to audit assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and target location.

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