CPA LogoCPA Exam Prep

The Audit Process from Start to Finish

The Complete Audit Cycle

Viewing the audit as a complete process helps connect individual topics. Every audit follows a logical progression from client acceptance through planning, evidence gathering, reporting, and completion.

Tip
Always ask yourself: 'Where am I in the audit process?' when answering exam questions.
Summary
Understanding the sequence of an audit makes individual procedures easier to remember.