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Contract EHS Lead Auditor

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

Your role ISO 14001/45001/RC Certified Contract Lead Auditors DQS Inc., a leading global independent business service organization delivering assurance to customers with standards-based solutions ...

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Contract EHS Lead Auditor

Schaumburg, IL · On-site +1

Your role ISO 14001/45001/RC Certified Contract Lead Auditors DQS Inc., a leading global independent business service organization delivering assurance to customers with standards-based solutions ...

DQS

Contract Lead Auditor

Schaumburg, IL

Our company has immediate openings and is seeking Contract Lead Auditors for ISO 9001:2015 in the United States. Working closely with your scheduler you will visit client locations and perform the ...

DQS

Contract Lead Auditor

Schaumburg, IL · On-site +1

Our company has immediate openings and is seeking Contract Lead Auditors for ISO 9001:2015 in the United States. Working closely with your scheduler you will visit client locations and perform the ...

Office of Inspector General

Auditor

Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1

$97K - $126K/yr

Performing audits of GSA programs and operations, and/or contracts awarded by GSA in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). * Performing analysis tasks that are ...

Coryell County

Auditor

Gatesville, TX · On-site

The County Auditor is a 2-year appointed position which provides vision and leadership in ... Nothing herein creates either a contract or offer of employment.

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How much do contract auditor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract auditor in the United States is $92,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a contract auditor do?

A Contract Auditor reviews financial records and contractual agreements to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and terms. They analyze costs, expenditures, and billing to detect errors, fraud, or inefficiencies. Their work helps organizations maintain financial integrity and optimize contract performance. Contract Auditors often collaborate with legal, finance, and procurement teams to assess risk and improve processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract auditor?

To thrive as a Contract Auditor, you need a strong understanding of accounting principles, contract law, and auditing standards, typically supported by a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with auditing software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and relevant certifications such as CPA or CISA is often required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help Contract Auditors review complex documents and interact with diverse teams. These skills ensure accurate evaluations, compliance with regulations, and successful risk assessment in contract management.

How do you become a contract auditor?

To become a contract auditor, typically one needs a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with experience in auditing or contract management. Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can enhance job prospects. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of industry regulations are also important for success in this role.

How much do contract auditors make?

Contract auditors typically earn between $25 and $60 per hour, depending on experience, industry, and location. Salaries can also vary based on the complexity of audits and whether they work freelance or through agencies.
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Infographic showing various Contract Auditor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,797 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Investigative Support Auditor

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Lone Tree, CO • On-site

$97K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Reemployed annuitant: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.Qualifications:You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
You must meet the minimum qualification requirements as stated in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-prof.asp.
This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements described below:
Degree: accounting or a related field (such as business administration, finance, or public administration) that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours (or 36 quarter hours) in accounting (may include up to 6 hours of business law).
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Combination of education and experience: 4 years of accounting experience or a combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours (or 36 quarter hours) in accounting/auditing courses or a certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor.
Specialized Experience: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, you must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 or equivalent level. Specialized experience must be documented in your resume. Specialized experience is defined as: serving as a lead auditor or primary auditor on a complex assignment, developing detailed audit steps to cover unique audit situations; OR working independently to examine accounting data and contract terms, assuring compliance with accounting principles, standards and regulations, preparing working papers and substantiating documents, drafting conclusions, findings and recommendations, supporting audit finding through communicating with the contracting community or negotiations and experience in government contract auditing for both mobile and/or major contractors or experience performing forensic accounting work with investigative agencies; OR experience in independently developing complex data analytics models using data tools (e.g. Power Query and Power BI).
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying or prior to appointment as outlined above.
  • Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.

For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education

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