All Things Internal Audit

Leading Small Audit Functions: Strategies for Success


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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit

In this episode, George Barham talks with Skip Langlois about the unique challenges and opportunities of small internal audit functions. They discuss definitions of a small function, advice for starting one, managing expectations, building relationships and developing future leaders in a small audit environment. Langlois also shares insights on leveraging AI and why emotional intelligence matters as as much as technical skill in a small audit environment.

HOST:George Barham, CIA, CRMA, CISA,Director, Standards & Guidance, The IIA GUEST:Martin "Skip" Langlois, CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CRMA Senior Vice President and Chief Audit Executive, Encova Insurance

Key Points

  • Introduction [00:00-00:00:38]
  • Defining a Small Audit Function [00:00:56-00:01:22]
  • Advice for Starting a Small Audit Function [00:02:03-00:03:48]
  • Building Relationships and Credibility [00:04:12-00:06:06]
  • Identifying Stakeholders and Internal Relationships [00:06:13-00:08:03]
  • Scope and Focus of Small Functions [00:08:13-00:10:22]
  • Networking and External Relationships [00:10:22-00:11:50]
  • Making the Case to Expand a Small Team [00:12:15-00:13:48]
  • Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent [00:13:59-00:15:24]
  • Leveraging AI in Small Functions [00:15:35-00:17:15]
  • Leadership Lessons from the Military [00:17:15-00:19:42]
  • Final Thoughts [00:19:44-00:19:56]

The IIA Related Content Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources:

  • 2025 AuditSphere Virtual Conference
  • Resources: Small Audit Function Resources Exchange
  • Global Best Practice: Small Audit Functions, Large Audit Abilities

Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more.

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