"A fascinating behind-the-scenes examination of how agreement on key financial reporting issues is reached, this book provides insights into a vital process which is normally inaccessible to all but its participants. With unprecedented access to key participants, the authors draw on results of...

Context of the organization -- Management systems and business control -- ISO 19011 and initiating audit culture -- Relationships with auditees -- The audit adventuretm -- Prepare audit activities -- Conduct the audit -- Teamwork and the conscious use of language -- Conclude the audit -- Write...