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Controls Register Template

A comprehensive Excel template for documenting, tracking, and testing organizational controls. Includes control classification, effectiveness ratings, ownership, testing schedules, and linkages to risksβ€”all in one structured spreadsheet.

Excel (.xlsx)
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Updated January 2025
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What's Included

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Control Documentation

Structured fields for control ID, description, type (preventive/detective/corrective), and owner

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Effectiveness Tracking

Rate control design and operating effectiveness with evidence fields

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Testing Schedule

Track testing frequency, last test date, next test due, and test results

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Risk Linkages

Link controls to specific risks they're designed to mitigate

Template Structure

Pre-built tabs and sections for complete control management

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Controls Register

Main control tracking sheet with all key fields

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Control Types

Classification guide (Preventive, Detective, Corrective)

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Effectiveness Ratings

Scoring criteria for design and operating effectiveness

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Testing Calendar

View of upcoming and overdue control tests

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Dashboard

Summary charts showing control coverage and effectiveness

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Issues Log

Track control deficiencies and remediation plans

Best Used For

Ideal scenarios for this template

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Internal Audit Teams

Document and test controls across the organization

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Risk & Compliance

Link controls to risks and track control effectiveness

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SOX Compliance

Maintain controls register for Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

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Process Owners

Document and monitor controls within your area of responsibility

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External Audit Prep

Demonstrate control environment for external auditors

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Continuous Monitoring

Ongoing control testing and effectiveness assessment

Automate Control Testing

While spreadsheets work, Dimeri automates control testing, tracks effectiveness in real-time, and links controls to risks dynamically.