Annual compliance workpapers help you complete year-end engagements using a structured, trial-balance-driven workflow. Below are the key details you need to know when working with this workpaper type.
Workpaper Settings
To set up an annual compliance job:
Select Annual Compliance as the Workpaper Type.
Make sure a trial balance is selected or connected.
Follow the remaining steps in Creating a workpaper to complete the setup.
These settings ensure the correct worksheets and schedules appear for the job.
Completing Worksheets
Your worksheets will be located in two areas:
Trial balance (default worksheets)
Other schedules (additional worksheets)
Your aim is to bring each worksheet to a Reviewed stage, or Exclude it if it’s not relevant to the engagement.
Annual compliance workpapers can include:
Default worksheets – created automatically for each trial balance account
Inter-entity worksheets – for reconciling balances across related entities
Generic worksheets – additional worksheets in supporting schedules
Work through each worksheet as needed, complete any entries, attach supporting evidence, and progress them through the review stages.
Specific Resources
You can find additional support and guidance for annual compliance workpapers here: