Introduction to Audit and How to Audit Case Study

This three day course is designed to put theory into practice for anyone who has recently become involved in audit. Equally the course is also suitable for anyone wishing to revise basic techniques and learn about current auditing methodologies. 

It builds on the theory covered in the Auditing Skills Series Year 1 and assumes to put theory into practice for anyone who has recently become involved in audit. Equally the course is also suitable for anyone wishing to revise basic techniques and learn about current auditing methodologies.  a basic knowledge of the auditing process and of the principles of bookkeeping. 

Participants will work through examples and practical work based on a case study, following a recap of the basic audit theory. 

This will include reviewing source documentation, gathering sufficient audit evidence and performing testing to meet audit objectives across the key audit areas of: 

• Bank and Cash 
• Debtors 
• Creditors 
• Fixed Assets 
• Stock 
• Payroll 

Who should attend: 

This is part of the Early Careers Year 1 programme and is best attended in the first six months of a trainee's career.