Committee purpose
The Audit Committee assists the Board in overseeing financial reporting, external and internal audit activity, institutional controls and selected compliance and enterprise-risk matters.
Core responsibilities
The committee reviews annual financial statements, audit scope and findings, management responses, significant control issues and the independence of external auditors.
Compliance reporting
The Chief Legal & Compliance Officer provides regular reporting on significant compliance themes, investigation processes and the operation of confidential reporting channels.
Membership and independence
Directors serving on the committee are expected to exercise independent judgment and disclose relevant financial or professional relationships. Management participates by invitation but does not replace committee oversight.
Reporting to the Board
The committee chair reports material findings, recommendations and unresolved matters to the full Board. Formal minutes and an annual work plan support continuity.
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