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This is a one day course designed to introduce the audit manual documentation and procedures to members of staff who are new to the system and who need to use it in practice.

On completion of the course, participants will understand the documentation and how to use it in practice.  Participants who have previously used alternative systems will be converted to, and aware of any differences in, the approach of the Mercia Audit System. The course will cover the important procedures and identify which are mandatory and which can be amended in certain circumstances.

Content

• Outline of the structure and content of the Mercia audit manual
• Introduction to the 7 stage approach to planning
• The planning process and documentation
• Implementing risk focused thinking not form filling
• How the audit programme works
• Electronic creation of tailored packs
• Obtaining minimum evidence through effective analytical procedures
• The completion process and documentation
• Throughout the course, the papers and procedures are illustrated by a case study.

Participants
All partners and staff who are involved in auditing. 
Please note that a basic knowledge of audit procedures is assumed so this course is not ideal for new recruits with no previous audit experience.

Costs
£115 plus VAT per participant with a 10% discount for full members*.

No refund will be made when cancellation is received less than 14 days before the date of the course.  All cancellations must be in writing.

*A member is a firm who pays an annual subscription (based upon the size of their practice) to belong to a Mercia training group.  This does not include firms who buy season tickets.

Speakers
Sally Hutchings ACA, Andrew Paul ACA and David Gallagher ACA.