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independent audit

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noun

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


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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

A shareholder proposal had requested that the board of directors commission an independent audit and report of the working conditions and treatment that Amazon warehouse workers face.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025

And there hasn't been an independent audit of the algorithm.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2025

The result has withstood two partial recounts, numerous lawsuits, an independent audit and a review by a conservative law firm.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024

"Because, although I did not directly communicate my suspicions, I hinted to Mr. Minute that he should have an independent audit."

From The Man Who Knew by Wallace, Edgar