Audit Cover Letter

Audit Cover Letter

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What to include in a Cover Letter
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Company Address
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Salutation
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Compelling Details
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Respectful Closing

How to Write the Audit Cover Letter

917 Braun Trafficway
Claudborough, CO 70871
Dear Corey Nitzsche,

I am excited to be applying for the position of audit. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for expertise, advice and counsel to LOB audit teams and senior audit management on critical Finance and Accounting issues impacting the areas of responsibility.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Engagement October through February
  • Area of responsibility will include Shared Services corporate functions, including Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, and Third Party Risk Management
  • Knowledge of Audit Standards and techniques
  • Excellent analytical, project management, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience of working in a multi complex organisation which is subject to change
  • Audit experience, preferably with a complex Fortune 500 or Big 4 firm to include current reviews (e.g., SOX 404 evaluation and testing, PCI) and future
  • Prior experience should include a full range of activities from audit planning process through to report issuance
  • CPA, CIA or CISA designations highly desirable

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Sincerely,

Rowan Cremin

Responsibilities for Audit Cover Letter

Audit responsible for assurance to management, the Audit Committee, external auditors and shareholders that operations, financial statements and reports comply with Company policy, as well as generally accepted accounting principles.

Prefer CISA certification, experience with ERP – ORACLE, HIPPA, cyber-security and/or SOC 2 engagements
Assist with any other projects as they arise
Experience with Governmental/Non-Profit entities and A-133 is preferred
Industry Specific experience with local and state governments is highly preferred
External Audit experience in banking or financial services
Internal Audit experience in banking or financial services
Chicago based
CPA and other credential preferred, CFE helpful

Audit Examples

Example #1

Example of Audit Cover Letter

9890 Russ Divide
West Carmelo, AK 55780
Dear Lennon Okuneva,

I would like to submit my application for the audit opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for assistance and guidance to the Company’s independent registered accounting firm to ensure timely completion of their audit and review procedures.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Previous experience in a Big 4 or large regional accounting firm preferred
  • Detailed audit program preparation, risk assessment, integrated audit approach (AS5), and evaluation of internal controls
  • Full-Cycle Sarbanes-Oxley planning, documentation and testing experience
  • Experience with internal controls evaluation, COSO, ITGC, COBIT and SOX 404 requirements including all phases of planning, evaluation, documentation, testing and remediation
  • Positive attitude and eye for detail
  • Highly collaborative nature, lots of energy and passion for work execution and doing things in a better way
  • Good at process adherence and follow-ups, including review and assessment of the design and operational
  • Contribute to assessment reporting, including testing status and results

Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my cover letter and to review my resume.

Sincerely,

Baylor Kirlin

Example #2

Example of Audit Cover Letter

20383 Runte Villages
Lake Abramstad, GA 56336
Dear Jordan Thiel,

Please consider me for the audit opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for the engagement partner responsible for the audit with timely status updates and communicates and involves the partner in the resolution of client service, audit or accounting problems/issues as they arise.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and COSO
  • Expertise to review and appraise the effectiveness of operating and financial processes and controls
  • Serve as client's trusted advisor, demonstrates knowledge of industry trends, identify client issues and conflicts
  • Skilled in applying information technology platforms and software to achieve objectives
  • Experience with conducting and reporting audit findings
  • Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the usage of general ledger and financial systems
  • Credit risk auditing, or a proven track record within credit risk management, to be able to deliver insightful challenge
  • Work experience as an internal auditor preferred but not mandatory

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Oakley Schimmel

Example #3

Example of Audit Cover Letter

187 Fisher Common
Port Walterhaven, MD 46917-0204
Dear Greer Kovacek,

In response to your job posting for audit, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for governance with quality reviewing teams audit reports, including audit findings in line with internal audit procedures and ensuring this aligns to GBU.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

  • Act as point of contact to external audit staff ensuring timely delivery of work papers and supporting testing evidence
  • ACCA or similar finance certification (at least partial completion)
  • Experience in SOX controls and CSA
  • Demonstrated hands-on approach in planning, leading and executing audits within established time budgets
  • In-depth knowledge of operational risk and internal audit principles
  • Willingness to support and develop others – team player attitude
  • Accountable for the success of the team
  • Insurance or Financial Services Experiences is preferred

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of audit.

Sincerely,

Charlie Robel

Example #4

Example of Audit Cover Letter

4345 Cruickshank Stravenue
Shonburgh, WI 30199-5149
Dear Landry Lind,

I am excited to be applying for the position of audit. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for audit remediation support to include the review and remediation of accounting processes, reconciliations, and associated process improvement.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Charted Accountant/Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
  • Proven leadership skills demonstrating sound judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Experience with working independently on multiple assignments or engagements
  • Strong international business acumen
  • International regulatory requirement knowledge and proficiency in a foreign language
  • Significant depth and breadth of technology
  • Familiarity with all regulatory standards applicable to technology
  • Conversant on any technological topic including cyber security, cryptography, cloud computing, and all emerging technologies such as IPV6

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Reese Klocko

Example #5

Example of Audit Cover Letter

72206 Morton Harbor
Lake Tiffaniestad, AR 51874
Dear Emery Rogahn,

I would like to submit my application for the audit opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for the engagement partner responsible for the audit with timely status updates and communicates and involve the partner in the resolution of client service, audit or accounting problems/issues as they arise.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Experience and passion to work with not-for-profit and education industry is preferred
  • Working knowledge of Governmental Auditing Standards and Single Audit requirements
  • Experience managing regulatory compliance and enforcement activities - Preferred
  • Certified Internal Audit (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Preferred
  • Experience in the Operational Support Function (e.g., Engineering, Transportation, Health and Safety ) - Preferred
  • Experience auditing financial and operational areas in Latin America - Preferred
  • Anticipate future consequences and apply them to work
  • Demonstrates expert knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP)

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Sincerely,

Riley Haley

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