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Do not expect all the audit committee members to possess sufficient accounting ,audit and risk management knowledge and experience . In a perfect world it would be great if they do ! As we don't live in such a world ,someone should take the initiative to educate them ,and I believe that this " someone " should be the CAE ! During the brief period when I established and managed an internal audit activity for a multi - billion dollar company ,I took it upon myself to keep open communication lines with management in general and the audit committee in particular in order to keep them abreast of developments in areas relevant to their responsibilities .In the case of the audit committee ,I used to share with them news,articles and publications relating to accounting,audit ,risk management ,corporate governance and other areas of interests . And to make things more interesting ,I used to send them a monthly quiz ! I was pleasantly surprised with the positive reaction of the committee members and their desire to receive more information and quizzes ! In fact ,they were competing to score higher points each time I send a new quiz . I am fully aware that not all audit committee members will act in the same way, but the CAE should at least try and fulfil this educational role . It not only benefits the audit committee members and the organization ,but helps to strengthen the CAE's relationship with the audit committee.
Yes, agree with explanation
Unfortunately there are several rules that you have to remember before having any presentation or communication with the Audit Committee:
1. Most of them are not auditors and don't understand "audit terms"
2. They are busy people and only want to know a very high level overview of controls
3. They would like to hear positive things and don't like negativity.
4. their attention only lasts for about five minutes into your speech and then they begin checking stock quotes and text messages. That means that you are done.
5. They feel that they own you and don't like to be quizzed or confronted.
7. They appreciate the form over the matter, so dress sharp and speak flawless language.
As a CAE, he can definately share his knowledge and inputs with the audit committee members for them to decide as the final decision maker. he can provide them with his views, but this should not be taken that it is CAE responsibility by any law to educate them.
Probably they should
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🔹 English Summary (Professional Answer):Yes, the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) should take the initiative to educate the audit committee. While it's ideal for audit committee members to have deep knowledge of accounting, audit, and risk management — reality often falls short. Therefore, the CAE plays a vital role in bridging that gap.
From personal experience, maintaining open communication, sharing relevant articles, news, publications, and even quizzes can foster engagement and strengthen the relationship between the internal audit function and the committee. Educating them not only enhances their effectiveness but also reinforces the value of internal audit.
Even if not all members respond the same way, the CAE should try — it benefits the committee, the organization, and the internal audit function itself.
I completely agree — the CAE has a key role in bridging knowledge gaps within the audit committee. Proactive communication and education not only strengthen the committee’s effectiveness, but also build trust and elevate the impact of internal audit within the organization.
Yes, the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) should educate the audit committee on various matters, including:
1. Internal audit's role and responsibilities: Clarify internal audit's scope, authority, and limitations.
2. Risk management and internal controls: Provide insights on the organization's risk profile and internal control environment.
3. Audit plans and strategies: Share internal audit's plans, priorities, and approaches.
4. Audit findings and recommendations: Present internal audit results, highlighting significant issues and recommendations.
5. Emerging trends and best practices: Keep the audit committee informed about industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices in internal auditing.
By educating the audit committee, the CAE can:
- Enhance the committee's understanding of internal audit's role and contributions
- Foster a collaborative relationship between internal audit and the audit committee
- Ensure the audit committee is well-informed to provide effective oversight and support.
Internal audit is not my area of expertise, but from my understanding, the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) plays a key role in ensuring that the audit committee is well-informed about audit processes, risks, and controls. This helps the committee make better decisions and fulfill its oversight responsibilities effectively
