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Question 2 of 25 for our Auditor Mock Interview

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Question 2 of 25

As a CPA, have you ever signed off on an audit and if so, what does that mean to you?

This is one of the most important jobs an auditor can do. Signing off on an audit is you staking your reputation that this company passed the audit and is in good standing. You have to provide a letter from the auditor providing your opinion of the company's standing. This isn't a matter to be taken lightly. If you're wrong and provide incorrect data, you could be sued and prosecuted.

If you're not a CPA, this doesn't apply, so explain that to them.

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How to Answer: As a CPA, have you ever signed off on an audit and if so, what does that mean to you?

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  • 2. As a CPA, have you ever signed off on an audit and if so, what does that mean to you?

      How to Answer

      This is one of the most important jobs an auditor can do. Signing off on an audit is you staking your reputation that this company passed the audit and is in good standing. You have to provide a letter from the auditor providing your opinion of the company's standing. This isn't a matter to be taken lightly. If you're wrong and provide incorrect data, you could be sued and prosecuted.

      If you're not a CPA, this doesn't apply, so explain that to them.

      Written by Samantha Hamilton on January 25th, 2019

      Entry Level

      "I'm not a CPA yet but I intend to become one. When you sign off, that's a big responsibility, one that I'm not ready for at this stage of my career."

      Answer Example

      "Yes, I've signed off on an audit and it's a huge responsibility. I'm putting my name, reputation, and career on the line when I do that. I don't sign off until I'm certain that the company is in good standing or I've outlined the position in the auditor's letter released with the financial statements. I take this matter very seriously because my livelihood's on the line."

      Written by Samantha Hamilton on January 25th, 2019

      Experienced

      "Yes, I have. Several times. It takes a lot to get me to provide a good report on a company so it had better have everything in line. I'll have several different audit teams reviewing all their documentation and process controls to ensure nothing is missed. If I'm staking my career and name on a sign off, then I'll do everything possible to ensure everything's correct."

      Written by Samantha Hamilton on January 25th, 2019