Third Party Confirmation Audit Template for Australia

1. Electronic Communication Provisions: Include when electronic confirmation methods will be used instead of traditional paper-based confirmations

2. Industry-Specific Declarations: Add for specialized industries with additional regulatory requirements (e.g., financial services, healthcare)

3. Multiple Location Instructions: Include when confirmations are required from multiple branches or locations of the third party

4. Foreign Currency Provisions: Add when dealing with international transactions or multiple currencies

5. Dispute Resolution: Include when there's a higher risk of disagreement about confirmed amounts or information

6. Time Zone Specifications: Add for international confirmations across different time zones

7. Language Provisions: Include when dealing with non-English speaking third parties

1. Schedule 1 - Confirmation Details: Detailed listing of specific accounts, balances, or information requiring confirmation

2. Schedule 2 - Response Template: Standardized template for the third party to provide their confirmation response

3. Schedule 3 - Supporting Documentation Requirements: List of required supporting documents to accompany the confirmation

4. Appendix A - Definitions and Technical Terms: Extended glossary of technical terms and industry-specific terminology

5. Appendix B - Compliance Checklist: Checklist ensuring all required elements of the confirmation are addressed

6. Appendix C - Authorization Forms: Standard forms for additional authorizations if required

7. Appendix D - Contact Information: Detailed contact information for all relevant parties and departments