Performance and Compliance Audit Services and Quality Assurance

The Performance and Compliance Audit Services division reports directly to the Auditor-General and is managed by Geoff Driscoll, Director.

A performance audit is an audit that deals with any aspects of an organisation's effectiveness, economy, efficiency or compliance with relevant legislation.

A compliance audit seeks to confirm that specific legislation, directions and regulations have been adhered to by public sector agencies.

The audit process begins with the planning phase that identifies the issues to be examined, timing, objectives, approach to be used and the resources required.

The next stage of an audit involves the systematic gathering, analysis and testing of information. The information is evaluated to develop conclusions and make constructive recommendations as required.

The results of all audit reviews are discussed with, and formally communicated to, senior management of audit clients. The audit process culminates in the presentation of a Special Report to Parliament.

The Director is responsible to the Auditor-General for ensuring the Audit Office's methodology for performance and compliance audits is complied with during the performance of all audits and complies with current auditing standards.

There are seven staff in the Performance and Compliance Audit Services and Quality Assurance division.