Marna Steuart
Accounting and Finance ExpertMarna Steuart has been in the audit industry for over twenty years. Ms. Steuart began her career with a Big Four firm as an external auditor, then as an internal auditor in several different capacities within several different industries.
Ms. Steuart obtained her Certified Fraud Examiner license in 2007 and was the main fraud investigator for five years at a large utility company. She was responsible for performing and updating the fraud risk assessment on an annual basis and conducting over fifty internal fraud investigations during her time at this organization.
Recorded-webinar by: Marna Steuart
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How to prepare an Effective Audit Manual for an Internal Audit Department
An audit manual plays a crucial role in documenting and guiding the steps during an audit, ensuring adherence to the internal audit standards set forth by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). To create a highly effective audit manual for an internal audit department, a well-structured strategy and systematic approach are essential. These measures guarantee the successful execution of audits, consulting engagements, or internal confidential investigations.
There are several areas that can be covered in an audit manual, including:
• Engagement letters
• Planning documents
• Effective audit programs
• Progress update templates, and
• Final reportsThis course will touch on all areas of an audit manual and how to present it in the case of an internal audit, a consulting engagement, or an internal confidential investigation.