An auditor may need to perform a number of tasks prior to the audit proper. These tasks can include: examining the taxpayer's information, looking at the overall picture of accounts, examining the latest tax forms, identifying any missed tax returns, creating obligations, etc.
Initial correspondence or meetings may also be conducted, to explain the audit process and request for additional documentation that will be needed during the audit.
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