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auditor

[ˈɔːdɪtə(r)]

auditor Definition

a person who conducts an official financial inspection of a company or organization.

Using auditor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "auditor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The auditor found several discrepancies in the company's financial records.

  • Example

    The government hired an auditor to investigate the use of public funds.

  • Example

    She works as an auditor for a large accounting firm.

auditor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with auditor

  • an auditor who is employed by the company or organization being audited

    Example

    The internal auditor discovered several instances of fraud within the company.

  • external auditor

    an auditor who is not employed by the company or organization being audited

    Example

    The external auditor was brought in to provide an objective assessment of the company's financial health.

  • an auditor who specializes in reviewing tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax laws

    Example

    The tax auditor found that the company had underreported its income for several years.

Origins of auditor

from Latin 'audire', meaning 'to hear'

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Summary: auditor in Brief

An 'auditor' [ˈɔːdɪtə(r)] is a person who conducts an official financial inspection of a company or organization. They are responsible for reviewing financial records and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. 'Auditor' can be used in phrases like 'internal auditor' and 'tax auditor,' which denote different types of auditing roles. Synonyms for 'auditor' include 'accountant,' 'bookkeeper,' 'inspector,' and 'examiner.'