Internal Auditor Test

When looking to fill an internal auditor position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An internal auditor skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an internal auditor skills test?

    The internal auditor skills test is specifically designed to examine the skills, knowledge and characteristics required by internal auditors, and can be used early on in the recruitment process to help employers hire the best person for the job.

    An internal auditor provides an objective, impartial and independent review of a company’s financial transactions and business dealings.

    The skills test measures the things internal auditors need to know to excel at the job. Through a timed, multiple choice test, candidates will have to showcase their knowledge of key auditing skills and principles such as carrying out an audit, preparing the report and communicating it more widely.

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  1. What is an internal auditor skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the internal auditor skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures internal auditor skills
  4. Internal Auditor Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the internal auditor skills test for pre-screening?

    The internal auditor skills test can boost the efficiency of your recruitment process by helping you determine, early on, which candidates look like they have the skills and knowledge to succeed, so you can spend time meeting and interviewing the right person or people for the role. More and more employers are using skills tests as a pre-screening device for this very reason.

    Skills tests are also a way to help eliminate bias from the recruitment process. When you ask every candidate to take the same test, you can analyze the results from that group of people and make a decision based purely on data, rather than more intangible things such as resumes.

    As well as knowledge of auditing processes and principles, the test will examine essential soft skills such as accountability and communication, not to mention measures of aptitude such as a natural ability for problem-solving, numerical reasoning and logical thinking.

    The test is designed to illuminate each candidate’s skill level, so employers and recruiters can identify qualified candidates.

    Although these roles differ slightly, the internal auditor skills test can still be used if you’re looking to hire the following:

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How our test measures internal auditor skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be an internal auditor were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our internal auditor test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Internal Auditor Test FAQs

What skills are required to be an internal auditor?

Internal auditors need a solid understanding of auditing practices and principles to meet the requirements of the role.

They also need to be skilled communicators, willing to take accountability for their work, have a natural aptitude for problem solving and be able to demonstrate a talent for logical thinking.

At what stage of the recruitment process is it best to use this test?

Using the internal auditor skills test just before you screen resumes, or just after (if your pool of applicants isn’t too large) is the best way to improve the efficiency of your process.

Once you have the results from the test, you’ll be able to spend time interviewing the people that have proven their merit.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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