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Auditor general

Specialism: Audit and assurance

What is an auditor general and what do they do?

The auditor general is a senior public finance leader who oversees a public sector audit institution, directs public sector audits in order to improve government accountability and transparency. An auditor general will often represent their institution in presenting the results of public audits to the legislature or appropriate legislative committee.

Capabilities

While the accountancy profession offers diverse career options and paths, the core capabilities required to perform at the highest standards remain the same - irrespective of skill level or job role.

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Continuing professional development at ACCA

A commitment to life-long learning is a vital part of your ACCA membership; it unlocks the full potential of your career choices - and drives forward the profession.

We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard. 

So, get started (or restarted) and take a look at our curated list of the most relevant CPD resources to secure and succeed in this role.

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Certificate in international auditing (Cert IA)

The qualification is ideal for professional accountants or auditors. If your employees have experience, but no formal qualifications in accounting and auditing, they may still be able to apply for this certificate.

The qualification is structured in an accessible and user-friendly way that underlines key information and provides useful summaries. It examines and breaks down specific standards topic-by-topic. There are case studies which are based on real-life examples, many exercises, multiple-choice questions and sample answers for students to test their knowledge with as they progress through the course..

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Certified Internal Auditor (CIA®) certification

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) status is a globally recognised mark of authority in internal auditing. You’ll be recognised and trusted in your field. And ready to take the next step into a new area of your career.

Pathway 1: The CIA Challenge Exam. ACCA members are eligible to take an expedited pathway to obtain the CIA designation. Traditional the CIA is a 3-part program; however, with specific applications windows as listed below, ACCA members are eligible to take a one-part examination.

Pathway 2: For the traditional 3-part program ACCA members are not required to submit proof of education or professional experience

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Professional scepticism

Audit quality is in the spotlight around the world and professional scepticism goes to the very heart of sound judgement. Learn how to apply sceptical thinking to audit scenarios and explore innovative ways to grow your skills in the face of challenge.

As an audit partner or senior manager equip your teams with the skills to deliver a quality audit. Based on real-life situations, this self-paced course uses a series of scenarios to explore the appropriate course of action.

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How does the ACCA qualification prepare you for this job role?

From a combination of exams, ethics and experience, the ACCA Qualification will boost your employability and performance at every stage of your career journey.

Here we have listed some elements of the ACCA Qualification that will help you perform at the highest standard in this job role.

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Auditor general: oversight is key

Scrutinising public spending will become increasingly important as economies recover and the spotlight turns to value for money
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