Auditor Jobs in Iowa

Auditor jobs in Iowa are consistently active, with demand concentrated in financial services, insurance, government, and agribusiness sectors that anchor the state's economy. Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport are the primary hiring centers, where large employers like Principal Financial Group, Transamerica, and the State of Iowa regularly fill internal audit, compliance audit, and IT audit roles. Openings run from entry-level staff auditors through senior and director-level positions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring25
Work type50% On-site
Top industryManufacturing
Companies hiring38

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Guest Service Champion - Front Desk Associate
Guest Service Representative/Night Auditor
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Guest Service Champion - Front Desk Associate
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Guest Service Representative/Night Auditor
Guest Service Champion - Front Desk Associate
Des Moines, Iowa
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$15 - $17/hr
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UnityPoint Health
Clinical Auditor
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Clinical Auditor
UnityPoint Health
Des Moines, Iowa
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Quality Control
Remote (US)
Associate of Applied Science
10,000+

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HNI Corporation
Senior Internal Auditor
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HNI Corporation
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Senior Internal Auditor
HNI Corporation
Davenport, Iowa
Accounting
Audit
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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HNI Corporation
Senior Internal Auditor
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HNI Corporation
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Senior Internal Auditor
HNI Corporation
Iowa City, Iowa
Accounting
Audit
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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HNI Corporation
Senior Internal Auditor
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Senior Internal Auditor
HNI Corporation
Muscatine, Iowa
Accounting
Audit
Compliance & Risk
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Auditor Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
9 jobs
Cedar Rapids
6 jobs
Davenport
5 jobs
Iowa City
3 jobs
Coralville
3 jobs
West Des Moines
3 jobs
Waukee
2 jobs
Urbandale
2 jobs
Arnolds Park
2 jobs

Auditor Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations
Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations6 open roles
HNI Corporation
HNI Corporation3 open roles
Information Providers
Information Providers3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in auditor jobs across Iowa.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Active CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification preferred
  • Experience with internal controls, risk assessment, or regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Proficiency in audit management software and data analytics tools such as ACL or IDEA
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing audit findings and management reports
  • Ability to travel to client or subsidiary locations within Iowa as needed

Auditor Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an auditor in Iowa?

Most auditor roles in Iowa require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and advancement to senior or supervisory positions strongly favors earning a Certified Public Accountant license. Iowa CPA licensure is issued through the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board, which requires passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting Iowa's education and experience requirements. Internal auditors may also pursue the Certified Internal Auditor credential through the Institute of Internal Auditors.

How much do auditors make in Iowa?

Auditors in Iowa earn a median of about $77,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,420 for the lowest 10% to over $123,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire auditors in Iowa?

Companies currently hiring auditors in Iowa include Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations, HNI Corporation, and Information Providers, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Iowa's concentration of insurance headquarters, regional banks, and state government agencies creates particularly steady demand for both internal and external audit professionals.

Which Iowa cities have the most auditor jobs?

Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport account for the largest share of auditor openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the bulk of demand as the state's financial and insurance capital, home to major corporate headquarters, while Cedar Rapids adds openings through its manufacturing and logistics base and Davenport draws from the broader Quad Cities financial and healthcare employer community.

Are there remote auditor jobs in Iowa?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of auditor openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that much of the work involves reviewing financial records and preparing reports rather than requiring a fixed on-site presence. IT audit and compliance audit roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring physical inventory counts or facility walkthroughs are typically on-site.

How can I get hired as an auditor in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying for staff auditor or audit associate positions at Iowa public accounting firms or large corporate audit departments that recruit directly from Iowa universities. Firms serving mid-market Iowa clients and institutions like the State Auditor's Office of Iowa hire entry-level candidates who have completed relevant coursework and internships. Pursuing an accounting internship during school, passing one or more CPA exam sections before graduating, and targeting associate-level roles at insurance or financial services companies in Des Moines give candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to auditor jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to auditor jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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