# The Methodology Behind Our Precision > Auditsuisse Assurance audit methodology โ€” CPA firm enrolled in AICPA peer review delivering SOC, HIPAA, and GDPR audits with rigorous technical standards and Big 4 talent. - Canonical: https://auditsuisse.com/audit-methodology - Language: en - Published: 2026-02-23 - Updated: 2026-10-18 - Alternates: fr โ†’ https://auditsuisse.com/fr/methodologie-d-audit, es โ†’ https://auditsuisse.com/es/metodologia-de-auditoria Our Approach A duly registered CPA firm enrolled in AICPA peer review, delivering rigorous attestation services grounded in the highest professional standards. ## Built on Professional Excellence Peer-review enrollment and a completed, accepted peer review are different facts. When evaluating a CPA firm, check its enrollment status and the date and period of its most recently accepted review, where available. Verify the legal entity named in the record against the firm issuing your report. [AICPA Peer Review public search](https://peerreview.aicpa.org/PUBLIC_FILE_SEARCH.HTML) Our methodology combines decades of Big 4 experience with purpose-built technology to deliver attestation and compliance engagements that meet the most demanding regulatory and stakeholder requirements. Every engagement follows a structured, repeatable process designed to maximize quality while minimizing disruption to your operations. Whether we are issuing SOC 1 reports under SSAE 18, SOC 2 reports against Trust Services Criteria, or conducting GDPR and HIPAA assessments, our approach is grounded in the same foundational principles: independence, objectivity, professional skepticism, and meticulous documentation. ### Key Credentials Quality Assurance Enrolled in AICPA Peer Review Registrations US State Board CPA Firm Registrations International ISAE 3402 / ISAE 3000 Capability Standards AICPA Professional Standards ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ญ Swiss Entity Registered under Auditsuisse Assurance AG Framework Expertise ## Comprehensive Coverage Across Standards ### SOC 1 (SSAE 18 / ISAE 3402) Financial reporting controls for service organizations, issued under US and international attestation standards with dual-reporting capability. ### SOC 2 (Trust Services Criteria) Security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy assessments against the AICPA's Trust Services Criteria framework. ### SOC 3 (General Use Reports) Publicly distributable trust reports that provide broad assurance without disclosing detailed control descriptions or test results. ### HIPAA (Security & Privacy Rules) Comprehensive assessments against the HIPAA Security Rule, Privacy Rule, and Breach Notification requirements for covered entities and business associates. ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ ### GDPR (EU Data Protection) Compliance assessments against the General Data Protection Regulation, including data processing reviews, DPIA support, and cross-border transfer analysis. ### Multi-Framework Engagements Unified control mapping across multiple frameworks simultaneously, reducing duplication and delivering comprehensive compliance coverage efficiently. Technical Standards ## Grounded in Authoritative Guidance ### AICPA Attestation Standards All SOC engagements performed in accordance with AICPA Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements, including AT-C sections 105, 205, and 320. ### SSAE 18 & ISAE 3402 SOC 1 reports issued under both US (SSAE 18) and international (ISAE 3402) standards, providing global acceptance and credibility. ### ISAE 3000 / ISAE 3402 International standards for assurance engagements, enabling us to serve clients who require reports recognized by non-US regulators and stakeholders. ### AICPA Professional Standards Adherence to AICPA professional standards ensures our methodology meets the highest expectations for attestation quality and public company ecosystems. Our Team ## Hiring Standards & Professional Qualifications ### CPA Licensure Required All engagement partners and senior managers hold active CPA licenses, ensuring the professional authority to issue attestation reports. ### CISA / CISSP / CISM Certifications Our technical staff carries leading information security and audit certifications, validated through rigorous continuing education requirements. ### Big 4 Experience Preferred We recruit from the Big 4 and leading advisory firms to ensure our team brings world-class audit methodology and client service capabilities. ### Continuous Education All professionals exceed minimum CPE requirements with ongoing training in emerging standards, technologies, and regulatory developments. ### Background Verification Comprehensive background checks and independence verification for all engagement team members before client assignment. ### Ethical Standards Adherence to AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and firm-specific independence policies that exceed minimum professional requirements. Technology ## Internal Technology & Tools ### Proprietary Audit Workflow Our purpose-built platform streamlines engagement management, evidence tracking, and review workflows for consistent, high-quality delivery. ### Automated Evidence Collection Integration with leading cloud platforms and GRC tools to automatically gather and organize audit evidence, reducing client burden. ### Continuous Monitoring Real-time monitoring capabilities that enable ongoing compliance visibility between formal audit periods. ### Secure Client Portal Encrypted portal for document exchange, status tracking, and real-time communication throughout the engagement. ### AI-Enhanced Review Proprietary AI tools that augment human review for anomaly detection, control gap identification, and report quality assurance. [Learn more about Auditsuisse AI โ†’](https://auditsuisse.com/auditsuisse-ai) ### Reporting Engine Automated report generation with built-in quality checks ensuring consistency, completeness, and adherence to AICPA formatting standards. ## Experience & Track Record Our results speak for themselves. Auditsuisse has earned the trust of organizations across industries through consistent delivery, deep expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality. โœ“ #### Financial Services Banks, fintechs, payment processors โœ“ #### Healthcare & Life Sciences Hospitals, health IT, pharma โœ“ #### Technology & SaaS Cloud platforms, software companies โœ“ #### Government & Public Sector Federal, state, municipal entities ## Verify your audit provider Confirm the legal entity that will issue your report, its professional licensing jurisdiction and the peer-review requirements applicable to the engagement. Review current official records and the engagement letter. 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