Common Deficiencies in SSARS Engagements WEBINAR
Overview
Preparation, compilation, and review engagements continue to receive heightened attention in peer review, even years after the issuance of SSARS No. 21. This course examines the most common deficiencies identified in peer reviews of SSARS engagements, with an emphasis on practical compliance and engagement quality. Participants will explore frequent problem areas in preparation, compilation, and review engagements and discuss why these deficiencies occur. The course focuses on understanding the root causes of noncompliance, rather than simply listing technical errors, and highlights practical approaches firms can use to improve consistency, documentation, and overall engagement performance. Designed for practitioners performing SSARS engagements, this course helps participants strengthen compliance while maintaining an efficient and practical approach to engagement execution.
Highlights
Frequent problem areas in preparation, compilation, and review engagements. The root causes of noncompliance. Practical approaches firms can use to improve consistency, documentation, and overall engagement performance.
Prerequisites
Prior experience with SSARS engagements.
Designed For
Auditors.
Objectives
Analyze common deficiencies identified in peer reviews of SSARS engagements. Identify methods to improve quality in preparation, compilation, and review engagements. Recognize common root causes of noncompliance in SSARS engagements.
Preparation
None.
Notice
None.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Jaclyn Veno, Galasso Learning Solutions LLC
With an extensive background in accounting, auditing, and adult learning theory, Jaclyn is a licensed CPA who oversees the development of Level Training programs for Galasso Learning Solutions. Our students share that she creates highly-engaging, 5.0 rated curricula with case studies, hands-on activities, and even games.
Prior to joining our team, Jaclyn worked for two of the Top 10 CPA firms (PwC and Forvis, LLP) where she was entrusted with significant responsibilities including managing teams in India, leading revenue testing, and overseeing more than 20 acquisition audits from start to finish.
With both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in accounting from Clemson University, as well as certificates in Adult Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Training & Facilitation, and E-Learning Instructional Design, Jaclyn is a trusted facilitator known for explaining complex concepts in compelling ways.
Non-Member Price $199.00
Member Price $149.00