Budget Audit Readiness Program
Learning how to prepare for a budget audit doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Our six-month program walks you through everything from understanding documentation requirements to building review-ready financial records. We focus on practical skills you can apply right away, not theory that sits on a shelf.
Next Session: August 2026
What You'll Actually Learn
This isn't a surface-level overview. You'll work through real documentation scenarios, practice creating audit trails, and learn how to spot gaps before an auditor does. Each module builds on the last, so by week 24, you're not just familiar with concepts—you've practiced them.
Foundation Documentation
Understanding what auditors look for and how to organize your financial records from day one. We cover receipt management, invoice tracking, and building a system that scales.
Expense Classification
Learning the difference between capital and operational expenses, proper categorization methods, and how to handle grey areas that often cause confusion during audits.
Reconciliation Practices
Monthly reconciliation routines that catch discrepancies early. You'll practice matching transactions, identifying missing documentation, and maintaining clean records.
Audit Simulation
Final weeks involve walking through a simulated audit process. You'll respond to information requests, explain variances, and practice presenting your records professionally.
Who's Teaching This
Our instructors have spent years working directly with businesses during audit preparation. They know what trips people up, what questions auditors actually ask, and how to explain complex requirements in plain terms.
Freja Lindqvist
Lead Program Facilitator
Freja worked in audit preparation consulting for eight years before shifting to education. She's helped over 200 businesses prepare for their first formal audits and knows exactly where documentation usually falls short.
Financial Documentation
Siobhan O'Malley
Compliance Specialist
After spending a decade as an internal auditor for mid-sized firms, Siobhan brings a practical understanding of compliance frameworks. She teaches the reconciliation and classification modules with real examples from past audits.
Audit Compliance
Katarina Novak
Systems & Process Instructor
Katarina specializes in helping businesses set up sustainable record-keeping systems. She's worked with startups and established companies to implement processes that survive busy periods and staff changes.
Process DesignReady to Start Learning?
Our August 2026 cohort has 16 spots available. If you're planning to improve your financial processes or prepare for an upcoming audit, this program gives you structured guidance and practical skills you can use right away.
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