Factsheet - Internal Audit Manual

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Author

IIA-Australia

Date

2026

Topics Explored

Internal Audit

Format

Factsheet

Extract/Description

In the internal audit context, a manual is a document that provides instructions and information on how to perform tasks
that result in internal audit outcomes – it comprises a set of instructions that give practical guidance on how to do something
or how to use something.

Documented methodologies (in a manual) assist to implement the internal audit strategy, achieve the internal audit
plan, and conform with the 'Global Internal Audit Standards'.

Key Points

  • Key internal audit processes can be documented in an internal audit manual.
  • Common inclusions are outlined (along with examples) for an internal audit function.
  • Do's and Dont's regarding the internal audit manual are explored.

Relevant Industries

All

Level of Assumed Knowledge

Beginner

Aligned to Global Internal Audit Standards

Yes