Internal Controls in NetSuite
This section lists internal controls that are readily available in NetSuite. This listing helps you build strong internal controls in your NetSuite implementation.
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Some controls don't require setup after your NetSuite account is operational. See Standard Internal Controls.
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Other controls require some basic setup in the NetSuite UI before they're available. See Internal Controls that Require Basic Configuration.
You don't need any customizations to use these general controls in your NetSuite implementation. Audited companies should consider taking credit for the partial or full mitigation of risks provided these internal controls.
Your company's internal control processes may need basic customizations such as custom fields, records, workflows, or scripts. These custom solutions may be available as NetSuite SuiteApps, or Partner Applications. These solutions can also be built by NetSuite developers.
Customizations made for internal controls are tracked in system notes. For more information, see System Notes Overview.
This content doesn't cover everything you need to be SOX-compliant. NetSuite offers many other internal controls, and companies should take a risk-based approach to ensure accurate financial statements. This content provides examples of internal controls used in our system.