Statutory auditor mission: what does it cover?
Audit opinion, specific checks, alerts, independence and limits: understand what a French statutory auditor mission covers in 2026.
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Statutory auditor mission: what does it cover?
Updated March 2026 - The statutory auditor mission combines a formal opinion on the accounts with specific legal duties and strict independence requirements.
See also mandatory statutory auditor, audit assertions and PACTE law and auditors.
Main point
The mission is broader than account checking, but it does not replace management responsibility.
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Conclusion
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Article written by Samuel HAYOT
Chartered Accountant, registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
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