1. Overview of Integration
Audit Sight integrates with Xero to streamline audits by securely pulling financial data directly from the platform. This integration eliminates manual requests, reduces back-and-forth with clients, and ensures accurate, reliable data for your audits.
2. Data Availability 📊
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Data Pulled:
- General ledger details
- Transaction records
- Account balances
- Financial reports
- Note: While we cannot retrieve AP and AR agings, we can access all underlying invoices, payments, bills, and bill payments.
- Default Data Range: Last 36 months of data.
3. Connection Requirements 🛠️
- The client must have a Standard or Adviser role in Xero to establish the connection.
- Clients will need their Xero login credentials.
4. How to Guide Your Client Through the Process 🚀
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Look for Our Email 📧
- The client should check their inbox for an email from support@auditsight.com with the subject line: Data Request.
- This email will include details about the requesting firm and instructions for connecting Xero.
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Click the Link 🔗
- The client clicks the link in the email to begin the connection process.
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Log In to Xero 🛠️
- The client logs in using their Xero credentials.
- They must have a Standard or Adviser role in Xero to authorize the connection.
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Grant Access 🔒
- Xero will prompt the client to grant Audit Sight permission to access their data.
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Complete the Connection 🎉
- Once access is granted, the connection will be established.
5. Template Email to Send to Your Client 📧
Subject: Action Required: Xero Connection for Your Audit
Hi [Client Name],
To streamline the audit process, we need your help connecting your Xero account with Audit Sight. This secure integration eliminates manual requests and reduces the back-and-forth involved in providing audit documentation.
Next Steps:
- Check your inbox for an email from support@auditsight.com with the subject line: Action Required: Data Request from (Your Firm Name).
- Open the email and click the link to begin the connection process.
- Log in to Xero using your credentials (you must have a Standard or Adviser role).
- Follow the prompts to grant Audit Sight access.
This connection allows us to retrieve your financial data, including general ledger details, invoices, payments, bills, and bill payments, ensuring a thorough audit process.
Your data’s security is our top priority 🔒. Audit Sight is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, ensuring that all information is handled with the highest standards of security and privacy.
If you have any questions or encounter issues, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Position]
[Your Contact Information]
6. Common Issues and Troubleshooting Tips 🛠️
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Why can’t my client connect?
- 🚫 Ensure the client has a Standard or Adviser role in Xero.
- 🌐 Verify that the client’s internet connection is active.
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What if the client uses multiple Xero organizations?
- The client will be prompted to select the correct organization during the connection process.
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What if the connection fails?
- Have the client retry the process using the original link.
- Ensure their Xero account is active and in good standing.
7. FAQs ❓
Will this cost my client money? 💰
No, this integration is completely free for your client.
How secure is the integration? 🔒
Audit Sight is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, ensuring secure data handling.
Why does the client need a Standard or Adviser role? 🛠️
Xero requires these roles to authorize third-party app connections.
What if the client has multiple Xero organizations? 🏢
During the connection process, the client will select the specific organization to connect to Audit Sight.