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Internal Auditor

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An Internal Auditor reviews financial data, identifies risks, prepares reports, and makes recommendations while ensuring accuracy and teamwork.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a internal auditor

Get qualified to work as a internal auditor with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Internal Auditor generally earns $2,020 per week ($105,040 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry is expected to experience strong employment growth in coming years. There are currently 9,900 people working in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as an Internal Auditor. Internal Auditors may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Bachelor of Accounting is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as an Internal Auditor. This course covers a range of topics including business and corporate law, financial accounting, taxation law, corporate accounting, economic principles, business practice and management, auditing, business strategy, ethics and corporate responsibility. A Bachelor of Information Technology may also be suitable.

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Further reading

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Internal Auditor careers

An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and investigate any discrepancies. Internal Auditors analyse data to determine financial positions and risks. You might prepare reports and make recommendations on your organisation’s activities or processes.

Internal Auditors should have excellent attention to detail and be able to analyse financial information from a range of sources. It’s important you can follow correct procedures and prepare accurate financial statements and reports. Internal Auditors should have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a larger team.