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How much do audit trainee jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for audit trainee in Iowa is $54,170.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,761.00 and $62,784.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an audit trainee?

Audit Trainees are entry-level professionals who assist in the examination and analysis of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. They typically work under the supervision of senior auditors and are responsible for tasks such as gathering financial data, testing internal controls, and preparing audit documentation. Audit Trainees gain practical experience and foundational knowledge in auditing processes, which helps them progress to more advanced roles in the field. This position is often pursued by recent graduates or those studying for accounting qualifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an audit trainee, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Audit Trainee, you need a basic understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and typically a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with audit software (such as CaseWare or ACL), Microsoft Excel, and progress toward certifications like ACCA or CPA is often required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork skills help you excel in client interactions and collaborative audit work. These skills are vital to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and integrity in the auditing process while supporting professional growth.

What are some typical challenges faced by audit trainees during their first year, and how can they overcome them?

Audit trainees often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines during busy audit seasons, adapting to rapidly changing client environments, and learning complex auditing software. To overcome these hurdles, it's helpful to proactively communicate with supervisors, seek feedback regularly, and take advantage of training resources provided by the firm. Building strong organizational and time management skills also helps trainees stay on track and deliver high-quality work.

What is the difference between Audit Trainee vs Audit Associate?

AspectAudit Trainee
QualificationsTypically pursuing or recently completed accounting or finance degree, often with some certifications like CPA or ACCA in progress
Work EnvironmentEntry-level position in accounting firms, assisting senior auditors with audits and financial reviews
ResponsibilitiesSupporting audit processes, preparing documentation, and learning audit procedures

Audit Trainees are entry-level roles focused on learning and supporting audit tasks, often during or after their studies. Audit Associates are slightly more experienced, handling more complex audit work and client interactions. Both roles are common in accounting firms and serve as stepping stones in an auditing career.

How much do audit trainees make?

Audit trainees typically earn between $40,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on the location, firm size, and level of education. Entry-level positions may start lower, but salaries often increase with experience and professional certifications such as CPA.

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Infographic showing various Audit Trainee job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,170 per year, or $26 per hour.

Pharmacy Technician, Certified or Trainee, Ambulatory Care, 100% Float

Iowa City, IA • On-site

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

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$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description
The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Pharmaceutical Care is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician Certified or Trainee to join our teamThis position is under general pharmacist supervision, coordinates and performs as necessary the technical activities of dispensing areas, also requires one on one contact with patients in their hospital room, discretionary patient room entry and collaboration with hospital unit staff. Under general supervision of technician supervisor, carries out activities supportive of development, coordination, and training of assigned areas. Provides functional supervision as required. All pharmacy technicians must be certified within one year of employment. This position will work 8-hour shifts scheduled between the hours of 7:00 am - 8:30 pm, with occasional hours scheduled outside that timeframe as needed to support business needs and with rotating weekends, up to every other. Hours may support both pediatric and adult ambulatory care operations at a UI Health Care central fill pharmacy location.
The Department of Pharmaceutical Care intends to hire at either the Pharmacy Technician, Trainee classification, or Pharmacy Technician, Certified, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your application materials the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both.
Duties to include:
  • Provide patient/customer service. Communicate with the general public, patients, and other health care personnel in accordance with established guidelines. Receive and screen prescriptions for completeness and check for prescription readiness.
    • Conduct interview with patient or patient's representative to collect and record patient profile information.
    • Screen prescriptions for completeness and formulary status.
    • Determine waiting/pick-up time and fill out patient call check.
    • Triage prescription to appropriate team. Recognize workflow patterns for effective triage of prescriptions.
    • Answer telephone lines and triage phone calls per established policies and procedures.
  • Utilize and maintain the ScriptPro Robot
    • Fill cells/cassettes
    • Clean cells/cassettes
    • Map brand changes/assign drugs to cells
    • Return unwanted prescriptions to cells
    • Daily maintenance
  • Fill/refill prescriptions
    • Read label for accuracy and correct as needed.
    • Label and package the correct medication.
  • Accurately compound medications requested for prescriptions, clinic doses, and inpatients.
  • Answer the dedicated prescription refill telephone line.
    • Generate prescription refill label.
    • Verify address for prescription(s) to be mailed and the date medication is needed.
    • Fill out call check and note pickup time or date to be mailed.
  • Prepare prescriptions for mailing and shipping according to established policies and procedures.
    • Perform inventory maintenance activities.
    • Return to stock medications that have not been picked up by patients
    • Order supplies from Hospital Stores.
    • Perform daily and monthly drug inventories as requested
  • Generate and/or maintain (includes filing) appropriate records related to prescription dispensing such as hard copies of prescriptions, hemophiliac patient profiles, mailing/shipping forms/logs, and prescription quality assurance audits.
  • Perform activities involving narcotics and controlled substances including:
    • Conduct weekly and monthly inventories
    • Order replacement supplies from internal source
    • Audit records associated with dispensing of narcotics and controlled substances
    • Resolve discrepancies on issuance forms
  • Conduct assigned audits in patient care clinic areas (Certified Technicians Only)
    • Audit area for compliance with medication security, segregation of dosage forms, expiration dates, approved samples, Emergency Medication Tray expiration date, appropriate drug storage and references.
  • Maintain area orderliness and cleanliness.
  • Assist in on the job training of new technicians.
  • Coordinate technical activities with other members of team.

Qualifications
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN :
  • Registered with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy at the time of hire.
  • National certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Must meet ongoing education requirements and maintain certification.
  • High school diploma or the equivalent.
  • Experience
    • Any combination of two years of post-high school experience and/or education in the natural sciences OR
    • Satisfactory completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAINEE TECHNICIAN :
  • Registered with the Pharmacy Board at the time of hire.
  • All pharmacy technicians must be certified within one year of employment, unless their Pharmacy Technician Trainee registration has been extended by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy. In such cases, the technician may continue to work under trainee status, in accordance with the guidelines established by the Board and Iowa Code.
  • High school diploma or the equivalent.
  • Experience:
    • Any combination of two years of post-high school experience and/or education in the natural sciences OR
    • Satisfactory completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program.

Special Qualifications:
  • Experience with Public Contact/Customer Service

Desired Qualifications:
  • Ability to perform ratio/proportion equations
  • Experience with inventory maintenance activities
  • Experience working in team environment
  • Experience working in detail-oriented work environment
  • Knowledge of windows-based computer programs
  • Experience working in environment requiring accuracy
  • Experience working in healthcare with one-on-one patient interaction & experience handling challenging interactions in work environment.

Position and Application details:
Resume is required to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the document and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Eric Hardesty at Eric-Hardesty@uiowa.edu.

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