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AUD — Quick Sheet

Reviews, Compilations & AUP

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  • Preparation → no assurance, no report ("no assurance" legend on each page)
  • Compilation → no assurance, report issued, independence not required (disclose if lacking)
  • Review → limited/negative assurance, independence required, inquiry + analytics only
  • Audit → reasonable/positive assurance
  • Review report key phrase: "not aware of any material modifications…"
  • AUP → report of findings only, no assurance, generally restricted use
  • Rep letter required for reviews, not compilations; engagement letter required for all SSARS work