What is the difference between an internal auditor, an external auditor, and a state or other government auditor?
At ISU, you may encounter internal, external, and government auditors. Each type of auditor has a different scope, perspective, and objectives. As ISU internal auditors, our responsibilities lie within the University and may extend to entities that interact with the University. External auditors include public accounting firms and the Auditor of State. Public accounting firms are engaged to provide audit services to clients in many businesses and institutions. State auditors have audit responsibilities related to state agencies, including the Regent institutions. Auditors from federal government agencies audit federally funded programs.
