Which of the following would be the most appropriate next step for the auditor?

While conducting an engagement in the procurement department, the internal auditor noticed that the department head’s travel reports showed minor travel expenses, and there were no charges for hotels, meals, or transportation. However, the auditor knew that the department head frequently traveled worldwide to meet with suppliers and visit their production sites.

Which of the following would be the most appropriate next step for the auditor?
A . The auditor should make a note of the issue for follow-up when employee travel expenses are audited.
B. The auditor should analyze trends and changes among the organization’s suppliers over the past few years.
C. The auditor should investigate whether there are any special arrangements regarding senior management travel.
D. The auditor should analyze the list of destinations the department head visited to estimate typical costs.

Answer: C