Internal Auditor Jobs in Delaware
Internal Auditor jobs in Delaware are consistently in demand, concentrated in financial services, corporate headquarters, and regulated industries including banking, insurance, and life sciences. The heaviest hiring clusters around Wilmington, Newark, and Dover, where long-established employers such as JPMorgan Chase, DuPont, and Discover Financial have maintained significant audit and compliance functions for years. The most sought-after specialties are financial controls testing, IT audit, and SOX compliance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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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Internal 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 internal auditor jobs across Delaware.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related business field
- CIA, CPA, or CISA certification preferred or required by most Delaware employers
- Demonstrated experience with SOX compliance, internal controls testing, or risk assessment
- Proficiency with audit management software such as AuditBoard, TeamMate, or ACL
- Strong written communication skills for preparing audit findings and executive-level reports
- Familiarity with financial services regulations common across Delaware's banking and insurance sectors
Internal Auditor Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a internal auditor in Delaware?
Most internal auditor roles in Delaware require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business as a foundation. Delaware does not issue a state-specific internal auditor license, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing the Certified Internal Auditor credential from the Institute of Internal Auditors, or a CPA from the Delaware Board of Accountancy. Starting in audit staff or accounts payable roles at a large Wilmington-area employer is the most common entry path.
Which companies hire internal auditors in Delaware?
Employers hiring internal auditors in Delaware right now include Coast to Coast Merchandising and Installations, ICF, and Hologic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Delaware's concentration of financial services headquarters and Fortune 500 corporate offices means audit teams here tend to be well-resourced and hire across staff, senior, and manager levels on a rolling basis.
Which Delaware cities have the most internal auditor jobs?
Wilmington, Newark, and New Castle account for the largest share of internal auditor openings in Delaware. Wilmington dominates because it is home to major bank and credit card company headquarters, while Newark draws openings tied to university-affiliated and life sciences employers, and Dover sees demand from state government agencies and regulated utilities that maintain ongoing internal audit functions.
Are there remote internal auditor jobs in Delaware?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 25% of internal auditor openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves reviewing documentation, testing controls, and writing reports rather than requiring on-site presence. Risk assessment, IT audit, and SOX testing work tends to be most amenable to fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a internal auditor in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an audit associate or junior auditor role at one of Wilmington's large financial institutions or a regional accounting firm with Delaware clients. Employers such as large credit card issuers and banks regularly hire new graduates into rotational audit programs. Earning or actively pursuing the CIA designation early, building Excel and data analysis skills, and gaining exposure through accounting or accounts payable roles all give candidates without formal audit experience a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to internal auditor jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to internal auditor jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience level and preferred location or work arrangement, and apply directly to whichever ones fit your background.
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