subsequent audit

[səˈbsɪkwənt ˈɔːdɪt]
nounpl: subsequent audits
auditoria subsequente
1. An audit conducted after an initial or previous audit, typically to verify compliance, follow up on findings, or review corrective actions implemented
The subsequent audit revealed that the company had successfully implemented all the recommendations from the initial audit.
A auditoria subsequente revelou que a empresa implementou com sucesso todas as recomendações da auditoria inicial.
2. A follow-up examination of financial records, processes, or systems conducted at a later time to ensure ongoing compliance
The subsequent audit will focus on verifying whether the corrective measures have been effective.
A auditoria subsequente se concentrará em verificar se as medidas corretivas foram eficazes.
The term 'subsequent audit' is commonly used in both Brazilian and American business and accounting contexts. In Brazil, companies subject to regulatory oversight are frequently required to undergo subsequent audits as part of compliance requirements. The term is particularly important in financial institutions, public companies, and organizations receiving government contracts or grants.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
follow-up auditsubsequent reviewlater auditpost-audit
Antonyms / Antônimos
initial auditpreliminary auditfirst audit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
auditoria subsequente
Standard term used in accounting and business contexts
São Paulo
auditoria de acompanhamento
Alternative term emphasizing follow-up nature
Rio de Janeiro
auditoria posterior
Less common variant used in formal documentation
Portugal
auditoria subsequente
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, used in formal audit reports

Related Words

audit procedureaudit findingcompliance verificationcorrective actionaudit trailauditor

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow-up audit
closing the loop on audit findings
verification audit
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