[Verse 1] When the auditors come knocking at your door Documentation ready, that's what they're looking for Independence letters, management responses too Every question answered with the facts that are true Materiality thresholds, internal control reviews Professional skepticism guides the way they choose [Chorus] Communicate, document, disclose with care CLEAR and COMPLETE, make sure it's all there Timely responses, professional tone Regulatory bodies, you're never alone CLEAR and COMPLETE, that's the golden key Transparency builds accountability [Verse 2] Tax authorities require a different kind of dance Position papers ready when they want a second glance Uncertain tax positions, reserves you must defend Documentation trails that help your case transcend Voluntary disclosures when errors come to light Penalties and interest, do it wrong and pay the price [Chorus] Communicate, document, disclose with care CLEAR and COMPLETE, make sure it's all there Timely responses, professional tone Regulatory bodies, you're never alone CLEAR and COMPLETE, that's the golden key Transparency builds accountability [Bridge] Securities commissions watch the public side MD and A tells the story you can't hide Quarterly filings, annual reports Internal controls, the framework that supports Management certifications signed upon the line Forward-looking statements with disclaimers fine [Verse 3] Professional judgment guides each written word Materiality matters, make sure you're heard Legal counsel consulted when the stakes run high Privilege protection, some things you don't reply Correction of errors, restatements when you must Regulatory relationships built on trust [Chorus] Communicate, document, disclose with care CLEAR and COMPLETE, make sure it's all there Timely responses, professional tone Regulatory bodies, you're never alone CLEAR and COMPLETE, that's the golden key Transparency builds accountability [Outro] From audit committees to the CPA way Professional standards guide us every day CLEAR and COMPLETE in all that we do Regulatory excellence shining through
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