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Audit Process
Brief description of the audit process.
- Planning — Gain an understanding of the organization's mission, goals and processes; and research relevant laws and regulations.
- Notification — Notify the department of the upcoming audit and its purpose.
- Opening Meeting — Discuss and formulate audit objectives.
- Fieldwork — Perform analytical procedures and tests of selected transactions, as well as interview department personnel.
- Report Drafting — Present draft audit report and recommendations for discussion.
- Management Response — Request management responses to recommendations and incorporate responses into draft report.
- Closing Meeting — Provide an opportunity to discuss the draft report and recommendations prior to final report issuance.
- Finalize Audit Report — Issue final audit report.
- Follow Up — Review status of management's action plans within one year after final report issuance, if applicable.
