External Auditor Resume Guide

Energetic external auditor with 7+ years of comprehensive experience in auditing accounts, financial statements, and other documents for compliance with GAAP. Achieved 97% accuracy rate when assessing the financial position of companies. Received commendations from clients for excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies quickly. Seeking to join ABC Company as an audit manager where I can utilize my expertise and help meet organizational goals.

Driven and experienced external auditor with 5+ years of experience conducting financial and operational audits for a wide range of clients. Successfully led 10 audit engagements, including the development and execution of test plans to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) while providing objective assessments that meet client expectations. At XYZ, identified $50K in cost savings through improved internal control processes.

Skilled external auditor with 8+ years of experience in financial control, compliance and risk management. Proven ability to identify irregularities and discrepancies while ensuring accuracy of internal records. At XYZ, led audit teams for 14 corporate clients across 4 countries with an average reduction in expenditure by 7%. Received the “Most Valuable Auditor” award at ABC firm for outstanding performance over 3 consecutive fiscal years.

Dependable and detail-oriented external auditor with 5+ years of experience in financial and operational audits. At XYZ, managed a team of 8 auditors to assess the effectiveness of internal controls for 15 clients over 6 months. Developed comprehensive audit programs to ensure compliance with US GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Skilled at analyzing complex situations and identifying potential issues before they arise.

Professional external auditor with 10+ years of experience conducting financial and compliance audits for a range of public and private organizations. Proven track record in providing accurate, timely audit reports that help clients comply with regulatory requirements. Looking to join ABC Company as an external auditor to use my expertise in identifying areas of risk within the organization’s accounting processes.

Passionate external auditor with 5+ years of experience conducting financial and operational audits for a variety of clients. Committed to delivering accurate, timely, and detailed audit reports that meet the highest professional standards. Seeking to join ABC Company as an external auditor where I can use my skills in data analysis and interpretation to help ensure compliance with established regulations.

Accomplished external auditor with 10+ years of experience in the financial sector. Skilled at conducting internal and external audits to ensure accuracy, legality, and compliance with regulations while minimizing risk exposure. At XYZ Inc., identified $2 million in fraud liability which was successfully recovered. Received multiple awards for outstanding performance throughout career history.

Proficient external auditor with 5+ years of experience auditing financial records to assess accuracy and compliance. Expert in identifying discrepancies, assessing risk factors, and providing solutions for companies looking to comply with applicable regulations. Seeking an opportunity at ABC Company to use my skillset to improve internal controls and reduce audit-related costs.

• Coordinated and conducted external audits of 20+ companies, ensuring that all financial statements and procedures met the standards of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Reduced audit time by 30% through implementation of improved processes such as testing samples, data analysis and account reconciliations.
• Represented clients in meetings with auditors from other organizations to ensure compliance with government regulations; identified discrepancies which resulted in $5,000 cost savings for the company.
• Spearheaded investigation into misappropriation of funds at 6 different locations resulting in successful recovery efforts totaling $10,000+.
• Effectively communicated findings on site visits/audit reports to upper management while also providing recommendations on how to improve internal controls for future operations & audits.

• Formulated and implemented audit plans to assess financial processes and operations of 12+ companies, providing comprehensive insights into identified discrepancies with a success rate of 98%.
• Revised internal control procedures for various client organizations; reduced the risk of fraud by 32% and increased efficiency in data collection & analysis by 50%.
• Resourcefully performed process reviews and verifications on accounting records, cash balances, accounts receivables/payables, fixed assets registers; identified errors leading to an additional $6 million savings annually.
• Documented all findings from audit engagements in reports for senior management review while ensuring accuracy throughout the entire auditing process.
• Structured detailed test programs that analyzed specific areas such as revenue recognition policies & procedures within 3 days or less per engagement; completed 17 audits over a period of 6 months.

• Resolved discrepancies in financial records through careful analysis and investigation, resulting in a more accurate assessment of company assets worth $10 million.
• Developed audit plans for external clients based on their business objectives and auditor independence requirements; completed 4 audits within 8 weeks to meet tight deadlines.
• Identified over-invoiced items totaling $25K during the financial audit process, ensuring that the client’s books were free from errors before submission to relevant authorities.
• Proficiently reviewed complex accounting information such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements and cash flow reports to ensure compliance with established standards & regulations.
• Presented findings effectively after conducting risk assessments of key operations processes at 5 different companies; recommended necessary changes which reduced operating costs by 10%.

• Researched, evaluated and reported on the financial statements of 20+ external clients, ensuring that all procedures were in accordance with GAAP regulations; identified discrepancies leading to over $500,000 in savings.
• Actively monitored internal processes and controls of three major companies for compliance purposes; performed detailed reviews of expenses & accounts receivable/payable activities, resulting in an improved audit opinion rating by 8%.
• Mentored junior auditors during the planning phase of audits and provided guidance throughout the process to ensure accuracy & thoroughness when completing fieldwork assignments; reduced overall review time from 3 weeks to 1 week per company.
• Reviewed corporate documents such as contracts, leases, tax returns etc., analyzing key provisions for risk identification & assessment; minimized potential liabilities by 32%.
• Developed comprehensive management reports detailing findings from audits along with actionable recommendations based upon evaluation results achieved through data analysis techniques; successfully implemented new measures which increased profit margins by 10% within 6 months’ time frame.

• Participated in external audits of over 50 clients, reviewed and analyzed financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP standards.
• Prepared audit programs for each client, identified potential risks & areas of improvement within their accounting system; reduced errors by 15%.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills when briefing stakeholders on the results of the internal control processes and operational performance reviews.
• Recommended cost-effective solutions to improve efficiency in operations such as inventory management systems or expense tracking software that saved an average of $5,000 per quarter across all clients audited.
• Confidently provided strategic guidance on regulatory requirements while remaining up-to-date with changes in industry best practices throughout all stages of the audit process cycle.

• Competently audited and examined financial statements of 40+ companies, identified discrepancies in accounting records, reviewed internal controls and suggested corrective measures to improve processes.
• Investigated irregularities in the company’s financial transactions by tracing documents back to source; saved over $1 million due to uncovered frauds.
• Assessed risk management frameworks for 15+ organizations through detailed review of policies & procedures; reduced audit time per project by 30%.
• Optimized existing procedures used in external audits with a focus on efficiency improvements; achieved 24% improvement in accuracy rates within 2 months of implementation period.
• Audited regulatory compliance for 10 clients across multiple industries including banking, finance, retail and telecommunications sectors; ensured that all laws were fully adhered to during operations.

• Compiled and analyzed financial statements, ensuring accuracy of data and conformance to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); reduced audit time by 10%.
• Reported detailed findings from internal control audits, with recommendations for increasing cost savings; implemented measures that resulted in $25K annualized net operating efficiencies.
• Facilitated collaboration between customers and external auditors on complex project-related issues; successfully identified opportunities for improved compliance levels at 5 major clients.
• Reconciled account discrepancies within a timely manner while conducting corporate financial statement reviews; uncovered irregularities which saved the company over $50K in potential losses annually.
• Efficiently planned & executed 500+ hours of fieldwork per year across multiple locations including client facilities, regional offices & branch operations centers.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Educational Institution XYZ
Nov 2011

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Institute of Internal Auditors
May 2017