Finance / Accounting

Auditor

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Overview

An auditor is a professional who is responsible for examining and verifying the financial records and statements of a company, organization, or government entity. Auditors may work in public accounting firms, internal audit departments, or as government auditors.

The primary role of an auditor is to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They review financial statements, tax returns, and other financial documents to identify any errors, omissions, or inconsistencies.

Auditors work with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, management, and regulatory bodies. They must be able to build and maintain professional relationships and effectively communicate their findings and recommendations.

Auditors play an important role in maintaining the integrity of the financial system by providing independent and objective assessments of financial information. They help to ensure that companies and organizations are operating in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and that stakeholders have access to accurate and reliable financial information.

Common tasks 

    TaskRelated trait(s)
    Planning and conducting for audits Professional Integrity Precision Mindset Adaptive Versatility Innovative Problem-Solving Professional Autonomy
    Analyzing and interpreting data and preparing reports Precision Mindset Regulatory Literacy Unwavering Precision Analytical Aptitude
    Ensuring that the company is complying with laws and regulations and they may also make recommendations for improvements Professional Integrity
    Collaborating with others Collaborative Support  Ethical Impartiality

    Soft skills measured by TraitForward

    TraitNo of QuestionsCronbach’s  alpha (α)
    Collaborative Support60.73
    Do they consistently demonstrate a willingness to assist colleagues and stakeholders, often going beyond what’s required to ensure others’ success while maintaining professional objectivity?
    Team Harmony Advocate80.72
    Can they foster a cohesive team environment where all members feel respected, included, and collaboratively supported during audits or investigations?
    Professional Integrity80.71
    Can they maintain unwavering ethical standards and accountability in their work, even in challenging situations where honesty might be difficult or unpopular?
    Regulatory Literacy50.72
    Can they effectively understand, interpret, and apply complex regulatory frameworks and technical language in their assessment work?
    Unwavering Precision70.76
    Can they consistently maintain focus on detailed tasks and methodically complete complex processes without being derailed by distractions or obstacles?
    Innovative Problem-Solving70.76
    Can they generate original solutions and approaches when confronted with complex or unusual challenges in audit or investigation contexts?
    Analytical Aptitude80.73
    Can they methodically break down complex information, recognize meaningful patterns, and draw sound conclusions based on quantitative and qualitative evidence?
    Precision Mindset90.78
    Can they maintain a high level of accuracy and thoroughness when analyzing complex information, while organizing their work methodically to ensure nothing important is overlooked?
    Ethical Impartiality110.75
    Can they maintain complete objectivity in their assessments, treating all parties fairly and making judgments based solely on evidence rather than personal biases or external influences?
    Adaptive Versatility60.77
    Can they readily adjust their approach when faced with changing circumstances, new information, or unexpected challenges during audits or investigations?
    Professional Autonomy70.71
    Can they maintain their professional judgment and deliver honest findings even when faced with disapproval or pressure from others?
    *Cronbach’s alpha coefficient (α) determines the extent to which the questions consistently measure each trait and it is expressed as a number ranging between 0 and 1 . Higher values indicate higher agreement between questions.  A value of α equal to greater than .7 indicates acceptable reliability or internal consistency.  For more information on the psychometric properties of the solution, please click here.

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