The auditor issues a report stating:
The audit was conducted in accordance with GAAS
The financial statements are the responsibility of management
An opinion that the financial statements present fairly in all material respects the financial position of the company and the results of operations are in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework (or issues a qualified opinion if the financial statements are not in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework).
The auditor may also issue a disclaimer of opinion or an adverse opinion (if appropriate).