How to hire an auditor-in-charge

How to hire an auditor-in-charge, step by step

Here's a step-by-step auditor-in-charge hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an auditor-in-charge job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new auditor-in-charge
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the auditor-in-charge you need to hire. Certain auditor-in-charge roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   Hiring the perfect auditor-in-charge also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list shows salaries for various types of auditors-in-charge.

   Type of Auditor-In-Charge	Description	Hourly rate
   Auditor-In-Charge	Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records. They ensure that financial records are accurate and that taxes are paid properly and on time... Show more	$18-37
   Quality Assurance Auditor	Quality assurance (QA) analysts are responsible for testing company products and processes. Through testing, QA analysts ensure that the product or process is ready for production... Show more	$23-58
   Quality Control Auditor	A quality control auditor is in charge of auditing and evaluating quality control procedures to ensure operations adhere to company standards and budgets. Most quality control auditors work in manufacturing companies or warehouses where their responsibilities include conducting research and analysis to develop test structures for quality control, reviewing documentation and specifications, monitoring the performance of the workforce, performing risk assessments, and maintaining records... Show more	$11-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Internal Controls
   • Worksheets
   • Analytical Review
   • SOX
   • Sarbanes-Oxley
   • Income Statement
   • Audit Engagements
   • IFRS
   • GAAS
   • Risk Assessments
   • Compliance Audits
   • CPA
   • Audit Reports
   • Medicaid

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations for internal corporate and bank transactions.
   • Plan and execute financial and operational audits including risk assessments and SOX testing.
   • Conduct Medicare and Medicaid field audits.
   • Prepare payrolls and quarterly payroll and sales tax returns.
   • Ensure clients' financial records in compliance with GAAP and GAAS :.
   • Complete CPA exam on first sitting -schedule, supervise and train staff personnel

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your auditor-in-charge job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An auditor-in-charge can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, auditors-in-charge' average salary in wyoming is 47% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level auditors-in-charge 50% less than senior-level auditors-in-charge.
   • Certifications. An auditor-in-charge with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an auditor-in-charge's salary.

   Average auditor-in-charge salary

   $55,787yearly

   $26.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level auditor-in-charge salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 11, 2026

   Average auditor-in-charge salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$66,077	$32
   2	California	$65,892	$32
   3	New Jersey	$65,604	$32
   4	Massachusetts	$62,384	$30
   5	Connecticut	$62,162	$30
   6	Washington	$61,505	$30
   7	Virginia	$61,053	$29
   8	Michigan	$54,052	$26
   9	North Carolina	$53,854	$26
   10	Illinois	$53,794	$26
   11	Nebraska	$53,554	$26
   12	Colorado	$53,548	$26
   13	Pennsylvania	$52,599	$25
   14	Ohio	$52,229	$25
   15	Georgia	$51,564	$25
   16	Mississippi	$51,058	$25
   17	Texas	$50,862	$24
   18	Indiana	$49,666	$24
   19	Arizona	$49,662	$24
   20	Nevada	$49,573	$24

   Average auditor-in-charge salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Tenet Healthcare	$87,432	$42.03	93
   2	Moffitt Cancer Center	$69,560	$33.44	4
   3	Plante & Moran PLLC.	$65,912	$31.69	4
   4	RubinBrown	$65,484	$31.48
   5	Deloitte	$64,321	$30.92	30
   6	Windham Brannon	$63,747	$30.65
   7	KSM	$63,693	$30.62
   8	Rehmann	$63,424	$30.49
   9	Baptist Health Home Care	$61,368	$29.50	9
   10	Evolent Health	$61,240	$29.44
   11	Baptist Health Care	$60,611	$29.14	2
   12	Duke University Health System	$60,542	$29.11	3
   13	Baylor Scott & White Health	$57,201	$27.50	89
   14	Ascension Michigan	$55,285	$26.58	59
   15	Piedmont Healthcare	$55,272	$26.57	45
   16	Deloitte Digital	$55,037	$26.46
   17	NYU Lutheran Medical Center	$54,806	$26.35	1
   18	AdventHealth	$51,807	$24.91	103

4. Writing an auditor-in-charge job description

   An auditor-in-charge job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an auditor-in-charge job description:

   Auditor-in-charge job description example

   Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen Valley Hospital . Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center. Our award-winning hospital, nestled in the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the country.
   
   This Position Offers:
   
   Highly competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package (including generous PTO, health insurance within your first 30 days, retirement), being part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and four of North America's top ski resorts at your doorstep.
   
   Job Overview:
   
   The Charge Entry Auditor is responsible for performing daily charge capture for the Perioperative Services Department. Duties include resolving errors identified related to charge capture practices, payer requirements, missing charges as well as system errors that could cause cost and collection delays. Under the supervision of the Perioperative Services Director, this position maintains and supports the integrity of Aspen Valley Hospital District's Revenue Cycle specific applications, their processes, reporting and associated programs for continuity, standardization and the specific needs of regulatory requirements dedicated to the Revenue Cycle. This position works closely with the OR clinical team, Materials Management team, Billing, HIMS, external vendors and others involved with the Perioperative Services Clinical Team and Revenue Cycle Team.
   
   Primary Scope of Responsibilities:
   
   Reviews all charges generated from clinical staff documentation and preference card data in each surgical patient's Epic chart for all surgical procedures performed in the AVH Perioperative Department to ensure proper and compliant billing while following standards set forth by government entities and current health information classification systems. Review of documentation to support charges will physician operative reports, nursing notes, implant logs, and other documentation as needed. Assists with discovery, data collection, and analysis of errors within patient accounts/records, and possesses the ability to query providers and clinical staff in order to facilitate corrections and ensure efficient billing practices. Review and respond to various quality reports, including reports that identify missing or duplicate charges. Manages time effectively to meet all required deadlines all while possessing excellent analytical and problem-solving skills independently Participates in billing related educational programs and in workflow meetings to facilitate proper billing of chargeable surgical products Strong understanding of computer technology and the capability to Epic software and reference books on a routine basis Adheres to federal, state and hospital rules and regulations concerning HIPAA privacy and security Exhibits the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing Follows Hospital compliance plan and policies, including the Code of Conduct Demonstrates purposeful service excellence through exceeding patient and co-worker expectations Participates in required training for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient Safety, TJC, etc.) Performs other duties as assigned.
   
   Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:
   
   High School diploma, or GED required; associates degree preferred Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, familiarity with medications, abbreviations preferred Knowledge of surgical procedures and the supplies utilized in surgical procedures preferred Basic knowledge of the supply chain process is preferred High degree of analytical abilities and strong attention to detail Must be proficient in MS Office applications which include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Experience with Epic preferred
   
   Benefits & Compensation:
   
   Hire-in rates of pay are based upon the relevance of years of experience, education and certifications. Our talent acquisition team will help you understand how your direct experience will be considered.
   
   Pay range for new hires: $24.11 - $31.34/hr
   
   Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous paid time off, health insurance within your first 30 days, and retirement, which can be viewed here .

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5. Post your job

   To find auditors-in-charge for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any auditors-in-charge they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level auditors-in-charge with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find auditor-in-charge candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as efinancialcareers, financialjobsweb.com, careerbank, financial job bank.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with auditor-in-charge candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new auditor-in-charge

   Once you've selected the best auditor-in-charge candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new auditor-in-charge. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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