Data Analytics & Journal Entry Testing for Auditors

Overview

This course provides a practical understanding of IT controls and SOC reporting within financial audits. Participants will learn how to interpret SOC reports, evaluate control effectiveness, and determine reliance strategies. Real-world examples will demonstrate how IT controls tie directly to relevant financial statement areas and alignment with Complementary User Entity Controls (CUECs).

Highlights

• Data Analytics
• Journal Entry Testing
• Fraud Detection

Prerequisites

Basic Excel knowledge recommended

Designed For

CPAs, auditors, and data-focused professionals

Objectives

• Apply data analytics to audit procedures
• Perform journal entry testing
• Identify anomalies using analytics
• Document audit findings

Preparation

None

Notice

This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by Accounting Continuing Professional Education Network (ACPEN).