ACC 411 Module 4-1 Assertions Assignment

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ACC 411 Module Four Assertions Assignment Template Directions: Complete this template by replacing the bracketed text with the relevant information. 1. Complete the Assertions to be Tested column in the table below using the Module Four Audit Program Assertions List. There are six different assertions provided in the list. Find two assertions that can be used for each of the process types: cash, accounts payable, and revenue. You will have six unique assertions to work with. NOTE: You may not use an assertion more than once. 2. Complete the T est for Assertions column in the table below. 3. Complete the K ey Internal Control column in the table below. Process Type Assertions to be Tested Tests for Assertions Key Internal Control Cash Existence An auditor has to verify that the cash/funds are there. (Verify bank accounts, bank statements, cash flow statements) The organization/audit client will need to perform a bank reconciliation. Cut off An auditor has to verify that there is an coinciding cash transaction to the matching j/e for transactions throughout the year end. Uses a software system to create and compare report of daily sales/invoices/etc. between accounting periods or fiscal years. Accounts Payable Completeness The auditor might want to look at A/P records to verify that all transactions were recorded in the correct period, verify that there are no missing invoices at year end. Maintaining consistency and accuracy in all data entering. Valuation An auditor should use matching documents (invoices, statements, BOL) to reconcile orders. Reviewing for and comparing for accuracy and checking for any discrepancies. Revenue Occurrence This test verifies to the auditor that a revenue transaction did occur. Example could be a receipt/invoice or sales order. Check and balance system in place/Separation of duties. Transactions processed by one person, invoicing by someone, etc.
Accuracy Reconciling records with the appropriate documentation/invoice/customer order. Reconciling monthly & performing independent audits
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