internal auditor
Noun: An internal auditor is a professional employed by an organization to conduct independent, objective evaluations of its financial and operational activities. Their primary role is to examine and assess the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes, providing findings and recommendations directly to the company's management and board of directors.
The term "internal auditor" refers specifically to the individual holding this position within an organization. - The internal auditor reviewed the procurement process for compliance with company policies. - She works as an internal auditor for a large manufacturing firm. - The report from the internal auditor highlighted several areas for improvement in data security.
- Function as an internal auditor: To perform the duties of this role.
- He was asked to function as the internal auditor for the new subsidiary.
- Office of the internal auditor: Refers to the department or functional area where internal auditing activities are centralized.
- All findings should be formally submitted to the Office of the Internal Auditor.
- Internal audit (n): The activity or function itself.
- The internal audit confirmed the accuracy of the financial statements.
- Internal auditing (n): The profession or practice.
- She has a career in internal auditing.
- Corporate auditor: An auditor employed by the corporation (similar in context).
- In-house auditor: Emphasizes the auditor is an employee within the organization.
- To conduct an internal audit: To perform the audit work.
- The team will conduct an internal audit of the IT department next quarter.
- an auditor who is an employee of the company whose records are audited and who provides information to the management and board of directors