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Special Audit Considerations: Ensuring Compliance and Accuracy 2 Credits 2 Credits

Special Audit Considerations: Ensuring Compliance and Accuracy 2 Credits 2 Credits

Navigating Group Audits, Compliance Audits, and the Role of Specialists

  • Jennifer Louis

    | CPA (US)

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    March, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Auditing

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Learning Objectives

  • Discuss key considerations for special audits, including group and compliance audits.
  • Identify factors influencing the use of specialists and other auditors' work.
  • Analyze best practices when auditing opening balances and initial engagements.
  • Explain predecessor auditor reports and their impact on current audits.
  • Identify key regulations and standards that govern compliance audits.

Course Overview

Auditing is more than just numbers—it’s about ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in financial reporting. Whether you're conducting group audits, compliance audits, or collaborating with specialists, the nuances of specialized audits require careful attention and expertise.

This CPE course will equip you with the essential knowledge and strategies to handle unique audit situations with precision and confidence. In this comprehensive course, you’ll dive into key areas of special audits, including initial engagements, using the work of others, and the impact of new regulations. Gain valuable insights from industry expert Jennifer F. Louis, CPA, as she breaks down complex concepts into actionable steps. With practical examples and real-world scenarios, you'll learn how to address challenges while maintaining compliance with audit standards and best practices.

Major Topics: 

  • Initial Audit Challenges
  • Group Audit Procedures
  • Predecessor Auditor Considerations
  • Using Specialists Effectively
  • Compliance Audit Essentials

By the end of this CPE course, you’ll have a solid understanding of specialized audit requirements, preparing you to tackle complex engagements with ease. Whether you're a seasoned auditor or new to the field, this course will elevate your expertise. Join us and take your auditing skills to the next level!

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

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License details Credits Status
Auditing for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Internal Auditing for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 2 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Yellow Book Professionals 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Auditing for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Internal Auditing for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 2 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Yellow Book Professionals 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

Credits

2

Course Level

Intermediate

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Stay Ahead of the Game with Jennifer Louis CPD/CPE Webinars

Jennifer Louis | CPA (US)

President, Emergent Solutions Group LLC

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Jennifer F. Louis, CPA has over 25 years of experience in designing and instructing high-quality training programs in a wide variety of technical and “soft skills” topics needed for professional and organization success. In 2003, she founded Emergent Solutions Group, LLC, where she focuses her energy on designing and delivering high-quality, practical, and engaging accounting and auditing training. She was most recently Director of Audit Product Development at Surgent Professional Education, and prior to that served as Executive Vice President/Director of Training Services at AuditWatch, Inc., a highly-respected training and audit process consulting firm. Before joining AuditWatch, Jennifer was the Financial/Operational Audit Manager at AARP. At the start of her professional career, Jennifer was an Audit Manager for Deloitte & Touche LLP, where she frequently served as a local and national instructor. Jennifer graduated summa cum laude from Marymount University with a BBA-Accounting. Besides loving life on the lake with her husband in Charlotte, NC, she enjoys hiking with her little dog Frodo Beggins, and savoring any precious moments spent with her two young adult boys.

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