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Financial Audit Request Form Template

Facilitate audit requests with a structured form that captures scope, time period, document needs, and access requirements.

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What is a Financial Audit Request Form?

A financial audit request form initiates audit engagements and document requests. It defines scope, time period, and specific information needed for the audit.

Structured requests help finance teams prepare for audits efficiently. Knowing what's needed in advance reduces disruption and ensures completeness.

The form also documents audit access grants and confidentiality acknowledgments for security and compliance.

Key Features

Audit Classification

Internal, external, or compliance audit

Scope Definition

What areas are being audited

Time Period

Dates covered by the audit

Document List

Specific documents needed

Access Requirements

System and physical access needs

Confidentiality

Acknowledgment of data handling

Why Use This Template?

Efficient Preparation

Advance notice enables organized response

Complete Requests

Structured form ensures all needs captured

Access Control

Document who has access to what

Audit Trail

Record of audit requests and fulfillment

What's Included in This Template

Audit Type

select

Internal, external, compliance classification

Audit Scope

textarea

What areas and processes are being audited

Time Period

text

Fiscal period covered by audit

Documents Needed

textarea

Specific reports and records required

Deadline

date

When documents are needed

Access Required

checkbox

System and facility access needs

Point of Contact

text

Who to coordinate with

I acknowledge confidentiality requirements

checkbox

Data protection agreement

Perfect For

Annual Audits

External auditor requests for annual financial audit

Internal Audits

Internal audit department requests

Regulatory Audits

Government and regulatory examination requests

Due Diligence

M&A and investment due diligence requests

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How far in advance should requests come?

External audits: 2-4 weeks. Internal audits: 1-2 weeks. Regulatory: varies by requirement. More complex requests need more time.

Q

How do I prioritize competing audit requests?

Regulatory audits first. External audits second. Internal audits third. Communicate timeline constraints. Negotiate deadlines if needed.

Q

What access should auditors have?

Read-only access to relevant systems. Supervised physical access. Time-limited credentials. Revoke access when audit complete.

Q

How do I handle confidential information requests?

Verify auditor authorization. Require confidentiality agreement. Limit to what's necessary. Track what was provided. Secure transmission.

Q

How do I track audit progress?

Maintain request log. Track documents provided. Note outstanding items. Regular status meetings. Close-out when complete.

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