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independent audit

American  

noun

  1. an audit of a company conducted by accountants from an outside accounting firm (distinguished from internal audit).


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A withering independent audit of L.A.’s homeless agency last year found the government wasn’t tracking spending or outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal May 24, 2026

It previously declined to comment on the accounting issues, although it did release an independent audit that found nothing amiss.

From Barron's Jan. 7, 2026

The State Bar, represented by attorneys from Hueston Hennigan, seeks compensatory and punitive damages for the “unacceptable February Bar Exam experience,” and is also seeking an independent audit of the company.

From Los Angeles Times May 6, 2025

Itsci did not respond to a BBC request for comment, but has in the past defended its record saying that the scheme has been subjected to a rigorous independent audit.

From BBC Jan. 31, 2025

The form of organization of the trusteeship has been one which does not provide for independent audit and supervision.

From American Indian stories by Zitkala-Sa

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