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What is an Audit? A guide to the auditing process and why it is important

KPMG

January 2025

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Summary

This document gives a high-level overview of what an audit is and the kind of work that is performed during an audit. This is a great resource for anyone in an audit class or with an interest in pursuing a career in public accounting.

Content

This publication gives an overview of what an audit is and how it is performed.

You will find answers to the following questions:
1. Why are audits performed?
2. What is the audit process like?
3. Who performs an independent audit?
4. What are the requirements for private companies?  How are they different and do they need to be audited?
5. Why should I care about audits?

This is a great resource for anyone who is taking an audit class or who is interested in a career in public accounting.

View and download document here: https://resources.kpmguscareers.com/WhatsanAudit_Brochure.pdf