Engagement Documentation

Free CPA AUD (Auditing & Attestation) lesson in Ethics, Professional Responsibilities and General Principles. 13 min read, ~1,917 words.

AU-C 230 standard: documentation must let an experienced auditor with no prior connection understand procedures, evidence, and conclusions. Required contents: audit plan, risk assessments, procedures, evidence, significant findings, written representations, engagement letter, preparer-reviewer identification. Assembly: 60 days post-report (AICPA), 45 days (PCAOB). Retention: 5 years (AICPA), 7 years (PCAOB /...

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