Free Blank Accounts Payable Audit Checklist Template

Blank Accounts Payable Audit Checklist


Prepared by:

[YOUR NAME]

Date:

January 5, 2055

Company Name:

[YOUR COMPANY NAME]


1. Vendor Master File

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Review vendor setup and maintenance policies

Verify active vendor list for duplicates

Ensure the vendor approval process is followed


2. Invoices

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Verify all invoices have proper approval

Check invoices for correct amounts and dates

Ensure invoices are matched to purchase orders


3. Payments

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Review payments for proper authorization

Check for duplicate payments

Ensure timely and accurate payment processing


4. Reconciliations

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Perform monthly reconciliations of AP accounts

Ensure discrepancies are resolved timely


5. Reporting

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Verify accurate and timely reporting of AP data

Ensure compliance with financial reporting


6. Compliance

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Review compliance with tax and regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with internal policies


7. Fraud Prevention

Audit Task

Status (Complete/In Progress/Not Started)

Comments/Findings

Responsible Person

Due Date

Review AP process for fraud risks

Test controls in place to prevent fraud


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