Financial Auditor Jobs in Delaware
Financial Auditor jobs in Delaware are consistently active, concentrated in corporate finance, banking, and public accounting, with openings at every level from staff auditor to audit manager. Wilmington anchors the market as Delaware's financial hub, with Dover and Newark supporting additional demand, and established employers such as JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and DuPont de Nemours regularly seeking financial auditors across internal audit, regulatory compliance, and external assurance functions. The most in-demand specialties are internal controls, financial reporting, and compliance auditing, reflecting Delaware's dense concentration of incorporated corporations and regulated financial institutions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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There are five Tax Auditor III positions open. This position reports to a Tax Audit Manager within the Delaware Division of Revenue's Audit Enforcement Section. The incumbent performs advanced-level tax auditing work to evaluate taxpayer compliance with Delaware tax laws, regulations, and policies. Audits encompass a wide range of tax programs, including corporate income tax, pass-through entities, personal income tax, gross receipts tax, and other business-related taxes.
The position requires planning, executing, and completing complex tax audits with minimal supervision. Employees may also serve as subject matter experts and primary points of contact for assigned tax programs, initiatives, or operational areas. Travel to taxpayer locations and audit sites may be required.
Essential Functions
- Audits tax filings, financial records, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability, and ensure the accurate collection of taxes in compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations.
- Researches tax records and conducts interviews which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information.
- Provides technical guidance and consultation to ensure state tax laws are applied uniformly, deter tax evasion, promote voluntary compliance and educate taxpayers.
- Explains audit findings which may include tax assessments, delinquencies, penalties and interest due; works with taxpayers and their representatives to take action to bring the account into compliance.
- Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices.
- Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings and supporting facts and recommend agency action.
- Participates in meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
- May prepare legal documents to enter judgment against delinquent taxpayers, secure legal authority from the court to garnish wages and arrange payment installment schedules.
Identifies errors, issues, and non-compliance and makes recommendations for corrective action based on audit findings such as refunds, penalties, or late payments.
Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on financial information.
Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
Job Requirements
- Two years’ experience in tax auditing to ensure compliance with tax laws, rules and regulations which may include but is not limited to auditing tax and financial documents to determine correct tax liability.
- One year of experience in analyzing tax discrepancies or related problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising on solutions.
- Two years’ experience in preparing audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings, supporting facts and recommendations.
- Two years' experience in providing excellent customer service on tax matters such as gathering information from or providing technical guidance to taxpayers or legal representatives, responding to inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely and courteous manner.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Applicant must complete satisfactory criminal background check, reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state tax laws, and any other required condition of employment.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
Benefits
At the State of Delaware, we invest in our people and support them in and outside of the office. Our employees enjoy a total compensation package that far exceeds the value of their base salary. We offer comprehensive benefit plans that will give you peace of mind and security. Below is a list of benefits that are offered to eligible employees:
Health and Well Being
- Health Benefits, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Just In Case
- Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance
Your Future
- Retirement Benefits, Deferred Compensation
Professional Growth
- Training and Development Programs
Work Life Balance
- Paid Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Alternative Work Schedules
More Benefits
- Flexible Spending, Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Visit Statewide Benefits for more information!
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
There are five Tax Auditor III positions open. This position reports to a Tax Audit Manager within the Delaware Division of Revenue's Audit Enforcement Section. The incumbent performs advanced-level tax auditing work to evaluate taxpayer compliance with Delaware tax laws, regulations, and policies. Audits encompass a wide range of tax programs, including corporate income tax, pass-through entities, personal income tax, gross receipts tax, and other business-related taxes.
The position requires planning, executing, and completing complex tax audits with minimal supervision. Employees may also serve as subject matter experts and primary points of contact for assigned tax programs, initiatives, or operational areas. Travel to taxpayer locations and audit sites may be required.
Essential Functions
- Audits tax filings, financial records, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability, and ensure the accurate collection of taxes in compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations.
- Researches tax records and conducts interviews which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information.
- Provides technical guidance and consultation to ensure state tax laws are applied uniformly, deter tax evasion, promote voluntary compliance and educate taxpayers.
- Explains audit findings which may include tax assessments, delinquencies, penalties and interest due; works with taxpayers and their representatives to take action to bring the account into compliance.
- Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices.
- Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings and supporting facts and recommend agency action.
- Participates in meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
- May prepare legal documents to enter judgment against delinquent taxpayers, secure legal authority from the court to garnish wages and arrange payment installment schedules.
Identifies errors, issues, and non-compliance and makes recommendations for corrective action based on audit findings such as refunds, penalties, or late payments.
Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on financial information.
Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
Job Requirements
- Two years’ experience in tax auditing to ensure compliance with tax laws, rules and regulations which may include but is not limited to auditing tax and financial documents to determine correct tax liability.
- One year of experience in analyzing tax discrepancies or related problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising on solutions.
- Two years’ experience in preparing audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings, supporting facts and recommendations.
- Two years' experience in providing excellent customer service on tax matters such as gathering information from or providing technical guidance to taxpayers or legal representatives, responding to inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely and courteous manner.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Applicant must complete satisfactory criminal background check, reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state tax laws, and any other required condition of employment.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
Benefits
At the State of Delaware, we invest in our people and support them in and outside of the office. Our employees enjoy a total compensation package that far exceeds the value of their base salary. We offer comprehensive benefit plans that will give you peace of mind and security. Below is a list of benefits that are offered to eligible employees:
Health and Well Being
- Health Benefits, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Just In Case
- Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance
Your Future
- Retirement Benefits, Deferred Compensation
Professional Growth
- Training and Development Programs
Work Life Balance
- Paid Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Alternative Work Schedules
More Benefits
- Flexible Spending, Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Visit Statewide Benefits for more information!
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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Financial Auditor Job Market in Delaware
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Who's Hiring
- Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations2
- ICF1
- Hologic1
- TidalHealth1
- BWT Logistics1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education1
- Manufacturing1
- Medical Devices1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial auditor jobs across Delaware.
- CPA license issued or recognized in Delaware for senior and public accounting roles
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Proficiency in audit software such as AuditBoard, TeamMate, or ACL Analytics
- Two or more years of experience in internal or external audit preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, PCAOB standards, and internal control frameworks like COSO
- Experience with SOX compliance testing and documentation in a corporate environment
Financial Auditor Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a financial auditor in Delaware?
Most financial auditor roles in Delaware require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and many employers expect or prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing a CPA license. Delaware CPA licensure is administered by the Delaware Board of Accountancy, which requires passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam along with meeting education and experience requirements. Candidates without a CPA often enter through staff auditor or audit associate roles at public accounting firms or corporate internal audit departments.
How much do financial auditors make in Delaware?
Financial auditors in Delaware earn a median of about $95,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,500 for the lowest 10% to over $132,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire financial auditors in Delaware?
Delaware financial auditor roles are posted by Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations, ICF, and Hologic and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Delaware's unusually high concentration of Fortune 500 corporate headquarters and major financial institutions makes it one of the more consistent states for corporate internal audit and compliance auditing roles.
Which Delaware cities have the most financial auditor jobs?
Wilmington, Newark, and New Castle account for the largest share of financial auditor openings in Delaware. Wilmington dominates because it is home to the state's biggest banks, credit card companies, and corporate legal entities, while Dover and Newark generate demand through state government agencies, the University of Delaware, and regional employers anchored in those communities.
Are there remote financial auditor jobs in Delaware?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since financial auditing is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 25% of financial auditor openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how well the analytical and reporting work translates to off-site arrangements. Financial reporting review, internal controls testing, and compliance documentation are the functions most commonly offered in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a financial auditor in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an audit associate or staff auditor role at one of the regional or national public accounting firms with offices in Wilmington, where new graduates are hired in structured cohorts each year. Large Delaware-chartered banks and financial services firms also bring on audit assistants through rotational finance programs. Candidates transitioning from accounts payable, bookkeeping, or financial analyst roles often move into auditing with the help of a CPA exam candidacy or a CIA designation in progress, both of which signal commitment to the field.
Where can I find and apply to financial auditor jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to financial auditor jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings updated regularly. Find the roles that match your experience and target level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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