Audit Analyst

Job Title: Audit Analyst Job Description This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in audit, accounting, financial analysis, healthcare, and government consulting. The Audit Analyst will review and analyze expense and financial documentation submitted by healthcare providers, including hospitals and physician practices, to determine whether expenses are properly documented, supported, and compliant with established guidelines. The role is highly analytical and detail-oriented and is a strong fit for someone who enjoys working with numbers, Excel, and financial documentation. Responsibilities

- Review and analyze expense reports, financial records, invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation submitted by healthcare organizations.
- Perform detailed testing to determine whether reported expenses are accurate, properly supported, and allowable under applicable program guidelines.
- Compare submitted expenses against supporting financial documentation and identify discrepancies, missing information, or unusual items.
- Perform reconciliations and validate financial data for accuracy and completeness.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel to organize, analyze, track, and reconcile large amounts of financial information.
- Document audit procedures, findings, and exceptions in accordance with established project standards.
- Follow standardized audit procedures and testing methodologies.
- Communicate with senior auditors and project leadership regarding discrepancies or items requiring additional review.
- Assist with requests for additional documentation or clarification when information submitted is incomplete.
- Maintain organized audit files and supporting documentation.
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a high-volume, deadline-driven project environment.
- Maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive financial and healthcare-related information.

Essential Skills

- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- Ideal for recent graduates or candidates with 01 years of professional experience.
- Comfortable working with numbers and reviewing detailed financial information.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to follow established processes and apply guidelines consistently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger project team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Internship experience in accounting, finance, audit, banking, healthcare, or another analytical environment is a plus, but not required.

Work Environment The role operates in a hybrid environment with 3 days on site in Owings Mills. The position maintains a 40-hour work week with no overtime hours. Candidates who are not local to Baltimore can work from the Raleigh, Richmond, or Atlanta offices as well.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Owings Mills, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Owings Mills, MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Owings Mills,MD.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.