Functions of Audit Documentation
Primary functions:
•Support the auditors’ compliance with auditing standards
•Support the auditors’ opinion
Secondary functions:
•Assist continuing and new audit team members in
planning and performing the audit
•Serves as a record of matters of continuing audit interest
•Assists in supervision and review of the audit
•Demonstrates the accountability of team members
•Assists internal reviewers, external peer reviewers,
PCAOB inspectors, and successor auditors in performing
their roles