Getting Ready for an Audit

An external audit demonstrates accountability to your donors, funders and the community. It can help your organization improve financial procedures and internal controls. Get the most benefit from the experience by being prepared. Understand your role and your auditor's role.

Learning Objectives

• Know how to send out a request for audit
• Understand basic information the auditor will need
• Understand the auditor's role

Level

Introductory/Intermediate

Audience

Finance staff, Audit Committees, Executive Directors and Board Chairs who are involved with the audit process.

Presenter

Jenifer Getz, Atkinson & Co., has experience in working with government, tribal entities, construction, employee benefit plans and nonprofits.  She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New Mexico Society of Certified Public Accountants.