Audit Interact vs AuditDesktop

Audit Interact is a paid, cloud-based audit management system for auditors and audit department leaders handling external audits. Its workflow spans planning, execution, evidence gathering, review, compliance, completion and risk management. Teams can use customizable working papers, standard audit-cycle templates, financial ratios, audit assertions and issue management. Evidence is captured in real time, attached in common file types and stored as electronic audit files in the cloud for remote review. Configurable reports support scheduling and delivery, financial statement preparation, and report drafting in English and Arabic. Dashboards show audit status and milestones, while assignment tracking, project and resource scheduling and capacity planning provide work visibility. Users can configure fields, workflows, reports, working views, groups and assignments. The standalone platform is accessed through browsers and internet-enabled devices. The maker says files are behind a secured firewall, data is encrypted and compressed automatically, and databases receive daily backups with one week of retention. Integrations can be tailored, extended and added, but no specific integration is named.

AuditDesktop combines tools for bidding, planning, conducting, and documenting audits. For risk-based audits, it supports risk identification and assessment, control evaluation, and a risk-controls matrix. For financial statement work, it can import and consolidate trial balances, analyze account changes, and track adjustments and reclassifications. Auditors can attach evidence, record issues and findings, and use Microsoft Word and Excel documents within the product. Teams can tailor audit methods with configurable checklists, procedures, notes, attachments, and cross-references. The product lists workpaper templates, evidence collection, review workflows, and audit reporting. It integrates with Microsoft Office and external systems such as ERP and legal systems, and supports Windows user or Active Directory login with customizable privileges. The maker describes cloud access from Mac, PC, and iOS or Android devices; help documentation also describes Windows server and workstation installation. Pricing is by customized offer, with an annual subscription. A free one-month trial follows booking a free personal presentation.