AUDIT Do

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AUDIT Dos and Donts

• Research and Sponsored Programs

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Research and Sponsored Programs Audit guidelines

• All External audits related to sponsored
  programs should be coordinated through the Office
  of Research and Sponsored Programs.
• Protocol for external auditor interaction with
  University of Wisconsin Madison personnel is
  defined in the following link http//www.rsp.wisc
  .edu/policies/protocol_external_auditor_relations.
  pdf
• It is recommended that a representative from the
  Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, in
  addition to the departments Business and/or
  Deans Office be present at all times during
  interviews, phone calls, email communication,
  follow up calls, any communication method or site
  visits.
• If an auditor contacts you, please notify Robert
  Andresen at 608-262-2896 in the Office of
  Research and Sponsored Programs before answering
  any questions.

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Audit Interview Tips

• 1. Answer the auditors question(s) (and only the
  question(s)) succinctly and honestly.
• 2. Consult with notes, documentation and
  resources as needed.
• 3. Ask for clarification if you do not understand
  the question.
• 4. Treat the auditors with respect and
  professional courtesy.

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Questions?

• Email randresen_at_rsp.wisc.edu
• Phone [phone]