An audit program is a detailed listing of the steps to be taken by an auditor, such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), when analyzing transactions to determine the acceptability of financial statements. Major accounting firms may prepare an audit program for each client and require the person who does the work to sign or initial each step performed.
The 'Big Four' refers to the four largest firms in the world of accountancy and auditing, which include Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, as well as the major commercial banks in the UK such as Barclays, Lloyds, HSBC, and Royal Bank of Scotland.
EY is one of the Big Four accounting firms, providing assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services internationally. Founded in the early 20th century, it rebranded to EY in 2013 and operates in over 150 countries.
Individual who brings significant amounts of new business to a company, such as a law or accounting firm.
