Webinar Archive: Series Trust Funds - Audits

Featuring insights from experienced audit and fund governance professionals—including John Braun, Partner at Cohen & Co.; Mike Beattie, Managing Director and President at Advisors’ Inner Circle Funds; and Jay Nadel, Independent Director at Advisors’ Inner Circle Funds—the program will explore how auditors approach multi‑series trust structures and the key judgment areas that frequently arise during audits. Speakers will share real‑world perspectives on audit risks, financial reporting considerations, and effective oversight practices. This program is ideal for audit committee chairs, independent directors, and trustees seeking to deepen their understanding of series trust fund audits and enhance the effectiveness of their board oversight.

Key discussion topics include:

• Audit committee responsibilities in the context of series trust fund audits
• How auditors assess risk across multiple series and shared service arrangements
• Key areas of judgment, estimates, and expense allocation methodologies
• Common audit findings and internal control considerations relevant to trustees
• Best practices for effective audit committee engagement with auditors and fund service providers