A chief audit executive (CAE) is determining which engagements to include on the annual audit plan. She would like to consider the organization's attitude toward risk and the degree of difficulty in achieving objectives. Which of the following resources should the CAE consult?
While conducting an audit of a third party's Web-based payment processor, an internal auditor discovers that a programming error allows customers to create multiple accounts for a single mailing address. Management agrees to correct the program and notify customers with multiple accounts that the accounts will be consolidated. Which of the following actions should the auditor take?
1. Schedule a follow-up review to verify that the program was corrected and the accounts were consolidated.
2. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the corrective action proposed by management.
3. Amend the scope of the subsequent audit to verify that the program was corrected and that accounts were consolidated.
4. Submit management's plan of action to the external auditors for additional review.
According to IIA guidance, which of the following are the most important objectives for helping to ensure the appropriate completion of an engagement?
1. Coordinate audit team members to ensure the efficient execution of all engagement procedures.
2. Confirm engagement workpapers properly support the observations, recommendations, and conclusions.
3. Provide structured learning opportunities for engagement auditors when possible.
4. Ensure engagement objectives are reviewed for satisfactory achievement and are documented properly.
Which of the following is a significant governance issue that should be reported by the chief audit executive to the board?