External Audit Checklist
Prepared by: | [YOUR NAME] |
Date: | August 16, 2055 |
Company Name: | [YOUR COMPANY NAME] |
I. Pre-Audit Preparation
1. Define audit objectives | |
2. Review prior audit reports | |
3. Understand client operations | |
4. Identify key stakeholders | |
5. Prepare an audit plan | |
6. Schedule audit timeline | |
7. Request necessary documents | |
II. Internal Control Assessment
1. Evaluate control environment | |
2. Review risk assessment procedures | |
3. Assess control activities | |
4. Test information systems controls | |
5. Examine segregation of duties | |
6. Analyze documentation processes | |
III. Financial Statement Review
1. Examine income statement | |
2. Review balance sheet | |
3. Analyze cash flow statement | |
4. Verify account balances | |
5. Confirm revenue recognition policies | |
6. Evaluate expense classifications | |
IV. Compliance Checks
1. Review compliance with regulations | |
2. Check adherence to internal policies | |
3. Assess tax compliance | |
4. Examine contracts for compliance | |
5. Verify licensing requirements | |
V. Reporting and Recommendations
1. Compile audit findings | |
2. Prepare audit report | |
3. Present findings to stakeholders | |
4. Discuss recommendations | |
5. Follow up on implementation of recommendations | |
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