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Can someone explain in more detail the differences between the auditors?

The internal auditor is usually an employee, whereas the external auditor is a contractor. The internal auditor develops an opinion on the internal control systems, their effectiveness and their adequateness. The external auditor simply gives an opinion whether the accounts ...

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