Trusted Advisors: Key Attributes of Outstanding Internal Auditors

Misappropriations in the business world in recent years have threatened the public s trust and management s trust in those at the helm to act ethically and with integrity. Yet, it s become an opportunity for internal audit professionals to sharpen their skills and become trusted advisors within their organizations, providing assurance and sound advice to the board and audit committee. In Trusted Advisors: Key Attributes of Outstanding Internal Auditors, Richard Chambers shares top attributes needed to excel as an internal audit professional and be viewed as the go-to person within the entity. Surveying nearly 300 chief audit executives (CAEs) globally and interviewing some individually Richard gathered data confirming his personal viewpoint of what it takes to become successful internal auditors. Whether your career is just launching or you re a veteran in your field, the guidance gleaned from the collective experience of these experts will propel you into the next phase of your profession.