Question 34

Question

This chief audit executive (CAE) engaged an internal auditor to consult on an organization's complex
information technology system. Shortly after beginning the engagement, the auditor unexpectedly
resigned. Unfortunately, this auditor was the only available auditor with the necessary expertise. The
CAE will not be able to hire someone with similar expertise in time to meet a regulatory deadline.
Which of the following would be the best course of action for the CAE to take?

Accepted Answer

Delay the engagement and inform the board of the situation, asking them to provide acceptable
alternatives for completing the engagement.

VikramN · Answer

Option C is correct here. If you can't deliver due to lack of expertise, escalating to the board to get their input lines up with governance expectations. Pretty sure that's what most audit standards suggest.

Sara X. · Answer

Its C. Had something like this in a mock exam before, board notification and letting them decide on next steps is the right call when you can't fulfill requirements internally.

Adam Q. · Answer

I'm a bit stuck between C and D, but I think C is right. Can someone confirm if that's correct?

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