What is an External Auditor?

The video explains the role of external auditors, who must be independent from the company they audit. Typically employed by public accounting firms, they are hired to perform audits. In the US, external auditors must be certified public accountants (CPAs), although non-CPAs can assist in audit tasks but cannot issue audit opinions.

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