Understanding SOC Reports: Audits, Compliance, and Risk Management (3 hours) - OnDemand Webcast

Overview

Accounting and audit professionals need a clear understanding of SOC reports to manage risk and evaluate third-party providers. Jared James, CPA and IT security specialist, shares his SOC expertise in interpreting auditor opinions, control testing, and system descriptions with confidence.

Highlights

• SEC reporting updates
• audit report writing
• financial disclosure requirements
• internal controls
• audit procedures
• PCAOB standards

Objectives

• Distinguish between SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports based on purpose, audience, and reporting criteria.
• Identify and interpret the key components of a SOC report, including the auditor's opinion, system description, and controls testing.
• Recognize the elements and application of SOC Type 1 and Type 2 reports and evaluate the level of assurance they provide.
• Indicate how SOC report findings are used to assess third — party risk, support compliance efforts, and inform audit decisions.

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