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ISA 300 — Planning an Audit of Financial Statements

ISA 300 is an international pronouncement addressing establishing the overall audit strategy and developing an audit plan. It addresses establishing an overall audit strategy and developing a detailed audit plan, including their ongoing update. Planning is not restricted to a single initial meeting; the strategy and plan change when the auditor obtains new information.

Worked example

The engagement team updates its audit plan after identifying a new significant risk.

Common mistake

Do not treat the initial audit plan as fixed when new evidence changes the assessed risks.

Where it appears in your exams

QualificationExamRelationshipPeriod
ACCA AA Supporting September 2026–June 2027
ACCA AAA (INT) Supporting September 2026–June 2027