Entry Level Auditor Jobs
New grad auditor jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work and a strong academic foundation often matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Government & Public Sector, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like State of New Mexico, Circle K, and EXL hiring at this level now.
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What You'll Do:
- Develop working knowledge of auditing techniques, Ohio State government, professional auditing standards, and State fiscal practices.
- Serve as a contributing member of an audit team, completing assigned duties of limited scope and communicate with the team leader concerning proper methods to be applied in the audit context.
- Receive controlled assignments of increasing difficulty and responsibility.
- Conduct background research of agencies being audited, including examination of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
- Travel to audit site locations and obtains audit evidence. Performs audit fieldwork which includes.
- Visual examination of records and other items and preparation and organization of workpapers showing the results of audit examinations.
- Learn to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data pertinent to audits performed by the office.
- Review data and other information pertinent to the audit.
- Participate in interviews of agency staff to elicit information.
- Help draft audit comments for audit reports.
- Prepare preliminary drafts of audit findings.
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Why work for the Auditor of State?
The Auditor of State’s office is the state’s top financial watchdog. AOS Staff maintain the integrity of state fiscal operations while working in an unmatched flexible environment. Benefits include:
Hybrid work environment
Four- or Five-Day Flexible Work Schedule
Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
Medical Benefits (Dental and Vision)
Retirement Planning
Work/Life Balance
These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. We can offer you a meaningful career in public service!
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Educational and Capability Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university (Accounting preferred)
o OR successful completion of at least 16 semester hours or equivalent in accounting or related field from an accredited college, university, trade, technical or vocational school beyond high school level
o OR possess at least three years’ experience in accounting or related field
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products preferred (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Travel to Audit Site Work Locations
Desired Characteristics
You are detail-oriented, able to work under time-budget structure, organized, reliable, convey information professionally and work well with people at all job levels, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. CPA and governmental accounting experience are a definitive plus.
The AOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the AOS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of applicants and employees, due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, age (40 years or older), veteran status or military status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a nursing mother, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent. Discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation will not be tolerated.
ADA StatementOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
What You'll Do:
- Develop working knowledge of auditing techniques, Ohio State government, professional auditing standards, and State fiscal practices.
- Serve as a contributing member of an audit team, completing assigned duties of limited scope and communicate with the team leader concerning proper methods to be applied in the audit context.
- Receive controlled assignments of increasing difficulty and responsibility.
- Conduct background research of agencies being audited, including examination of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
- Travel to audit site locations and obtains audit evidence. Performs audit fieldwork which includes.
- Visual examination of records and other items and preparation and organization of workpapers showing the results of audit examinations.
- Learn to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data pertinent to audits performed by the office.
- Review data and other information pertinent to the audit.
- Participate in interviews of agency staff to elicit information.
- Help draft audit comments for audit reports.
- Prepare preliminary drafts of audit findings.
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Why work for the Auditor of State?
The Auditor of State’s office is the state’s top financial watchdog. AOS Staff maintain the integrity of state fiscal operations while working in an unmatched flexible environment. Benefits include:
Hybrid work environment
Four- or Five-Day Flexible Work Schedule
Merit-Based Internal Promotion Structure
CPA and Professional Certification Reimbursement Program
Medical Benefits (Dental and Vision)
Retirement Planning
Work/Life Balance
These are just a few of the incredible benefits that the AOS has to offer you. We can offer you a meaningful career in public service!
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Educational and Capability Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university (Accounting preferred)
o OR successful completion of at least 16 semester hours or equivalent in accounting or related field from an accredited college, university, trade, technical or vocational school beyond high school level
o OR possess at least three years’ experience in accounting or related field
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products preferred (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Travel to Audit Site Work Locations
Desired Characteristics
You are detail-oriented, able to work under time-budget structure, organized, reliable, convey information professionally and work well with people at all job levels, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. CPA and governmental accounting experience are a definitive plus.
The AOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the AOS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of applicants and employees, due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, age (40 years or older), veteran status or military status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a nursing mother, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent. Discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation will not be tolerated.
ADA StatementOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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Entry Level Auditor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level auditor job?
Focus on building relevant experience through internships, campus accounting clubs, or volunteer bookkeeping work before you apply. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, familiarity with spreadsheet tools, and attention to detail. Certifications like the CPA exam candidacy or a relevant coursework background give junior applicants a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level auditors?
Companies hiring entry level auditors right now include State of New Mexico, Circle K, and EXL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring covers large public accounting firms, regional CPA practices, financial institutions, and government agencies, many of which run structured new-hire programs designed specifically for candidates entering the profession for the first time.
Are there remote entry level auditor jobs?
Yes, though most entry level audit roles are on-site or hybrid. About 36% of entry level auditor openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, document-intensive nature of audit work. Remote opportunities tend to appear more often in internal audit and compliance functions than in public accounting firms.
Are these new grad auditor jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior auditor roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum work in place of full-time history, or lists a portfolio of relevant coursework as qualifying experience. Look for language like "entry level," "new graduate," or "no prior experience required" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level auditors?
Entry Level auditor roles concentrate in Government & Public Sector, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the junior level because they face ongoing compliance, financial reporting, and risk-management requirements that create a steady need for audit staff at every point in the career pipeline.