This image shows a CPA audit versus review versus compilation engagement comparison table from GevorgCPA.com covering key differentiating factors including applicable standards, type and level of assurance, cost and timing, independence requirements, practitioner objectives, procedures required such as substantive testing for audits and inquiry and analytical procedures for reviews, internal control understanding, management representation letter requirements, type of report issued, and opinion or conclusion wording, relevant to CPA PEP and CFE candidates studying assurance engagement types and differences.
