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# How to appoint an auditor

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||| An auditor plays a vital function in reinforcing the reliability of financial information by assessing the financial statements of the company and making sure that the information fairly presents the financial condition and past performance of the company.

**Step 1**: From the **Company** tab navigate to **Company**  **Administration** and under  **Actions**, click on  **Appoint Auditor**.

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**Step 2**: Search for a registered auditor via their IRBA number.

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**Step 3**: Next, stipulate the date of appointment, and in the  **Appointment** box, select the  **Auditor** option then proceed to select the **Professional Body**. Click  **Save** to continue.

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**Step 4**: InfoDocs will automatically generate a  **Resolution** and  **Consent to Act**. Download and save these documents, or find them in the  **Template Library** later, then click  **Submit to CIPC.**

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**Step 5**: In order to finalise this appointment, send the following documents to cor44@cipc.co.za

* Verified/Certified ID – Newly appointed auditor
* Proof of Address – Newly appointed auditor
* Ordinary Resolution – Auditor Appointment (to be signed by the Board)
* Consent to Act as Auditor – to be signed by the company secretary)
* Auditor Change – COR44 (to be signed by an existing director)

**Step 6**: Your transaction will be reviewed by CIPC and you will receive the approval.