U1 Discussion AC116

Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) requires that O public companies disclose if they have adopted a code of ethics for its senior officers. O management of public companies recognize their responsibility for establishing internal controls and provide an assessment of the effectiveness of those internal controls. O public and private companies disclose if they have adopted a code of ethics company-wide. O CEOs and CFOs of publicly traded companies certify the accuracy of their reported financial information.

Which of the following is NOT an implication of Section 302 of SOX?a. Auditors must determine whether changes in internal control have materially affected, or are likely to materially affect, internal control over financial reporting.b. Auditors must interview management regarding significant changes in the design or operation of internal control that occurred since the last audit.c. Corporate management (including the CEO) must certify monthly and annually their organization’s internal controls over financial reporting.d. Management must disclose any material changes in the company’s internal controls that have occurred during the most recent fiscal quarter.

respond to the following questions: Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 includes two sections. Describe those sections. Identify management’s four overall responsibilities with respect to internal control over fi nancialreporting that arise due to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s implementation ofthe Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. What information must be included in management’s report on internal control over fi nancialreporting in the annual report fi led with the Securities and Exchange Commission? Describe the difference between a signifi cant defi ciency and a material weakness in internalcontrol. Comment on the accuracy of the following statement: “Since both signifi cant defi ciencies andmaterial weaknesses must be reported to the audit committee, for practical purposes, there isno distinction between the two.” What is meant by the “as of ” date when reporting on internal control over fi nancial reporting? What is a compensating control? Provide examples of…

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) was created as part of a series of accounting reforms in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. The PCAOB is a Government-created entity with expansive powers to govern an entire industry. Every accounting firm that audits public companies under the securities laws must register with the PCAOB, pay it an annual fee, and comply with its rules and oversight. The PCAOB may inspect registered firms, initiate formal investigations, and issue severe sanctions in its disciplinary proceedings. While the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appoints PCAOB members and has oversight of the PCAOB, it cannot remove PCAOB members at will, but only “for good cause shown,” “in accordance with” specified procedures. The SEC Commissioners, in turn, cannot themselves be removed by the President except for “inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office.” Parties with standing have challenged the constitutionality of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act’s…

Every annual report of a public company includes an extensive discussion and analysis provided by thecompany’s management. Specifically, which aspects of the company must this discussion address? Isn’tmanagement’s perspective too biased to be of use to investors and creditors?

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 has created more stringent legal standards for corporate boards and management committees. Senior and executive officers of a company must now: Group of answer choices D. Both A & B B. Certify that all material facts surrounding operations and cash flows are correct. C. All must be financial experts in attesting to the accuracy of the reports. A. Ensure quarterly and annual financial reports are filed with the SEC.

Choose the correct.Which of the following is a requirement of the Sarbanes–Oxley Act of 2002?a. Registration of all auditing firms with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.b. Annual inspection of all auditing firms registered with the Public Company Accounting Over-sight Board.c. A monetary fee assessed on organizations issuing securities.d. Overall assessment of the work of the SEC each year.

The annual report to the shareholders and the 10-K to the SEC should provide an accurate reflection of an entity’s operations and performance. How does the management team adequately and ethically balance presenting the financial information in a way that is accurate but also reflects favorably on company performance?

Which of the following are required by the Sarbanes Oxley Act? Check all that apply. O The company's annual report must contain the CEO's assessment of the company's internal controls O Audit firms must rotate off a client every 5 years OCFOS must consult with the audit committee before hiring an auditor O Companies must develop and enforce a code of ethics

Which of the following is a requirement of the Sarbanes–Oxley Act of 2002?a. Registration of all auditing firms with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.b. Annual inspection of all auditing firms registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.c. A monetary fee assessed on organizations issuing securities.d. Overall assessment of the work of the SEC each year.

That companies must follow the laws and regulations including company law, tax law and environmental protection regulations requires what category of internal control objectives? Financial reporting Effective operations. Compliance Government reporting

Management Discussion and Analysis is required in annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. It includes management's analysis of current operations and its plans for the future. Typical items included in the MD&A are as follows: Management's analysis and explanations of any significant changes between the current and prior years' financial statements.Important accounting principles or policies that could affect interpretation of the financial statements, including the effect of changes in accounting principles or the adoption of new accounting principles.Management's assessment of the company's liquidity and the availability of capital to the company.Significant risk exposures that might affect the company.Any “off-balance-sheet” arrangements such as leases not included directly in the financial statements. Such arrangements are discussed in advanced accounting courses and textbooks.Using Google, enter Kroger Annual Report in the search field. Access the…

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E10B. BUSINESS APPLICATION Match the items with the related statements that follow. 1. Safeguards the firm's assets and ensure the reliability of its accounting records. 2. Holds that the chief executive officer, the chief financial officer, and the audi- tors of a public company responsible for fully documenting and certifying the company's system of internal controls. 3. States that it is responsible for estab- lishing and maintaining adequate inter- nal control over financial reporting. a. Management's responsibility b. Section 404 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act c. Independent accountant's audit d. Internal control 4. Includes an examination of internal controls.

Which of the following documents will contain information about the compensation for Directors of a public company:   The 10Q   The Proxy Statement   The Annual Report   The outside Auditors Report

Based on Pak Elektron Ltd.'s (PEL) annual report of 2017 explain in your own words the following questions:a) What are the roles of the Audit and HRM Committees ?b) Read through PEL'S Corporate Strategy, Business ethics and Practicesc) Management objectivesd) Stakeholders’ Engagemente) Code of Corporate Governance

According to the changes in financial reporting, which of the following are publicly traded companies required to communicate with the external auditors and ensure that they are able to effectively perform their work? Multiple Choice Board of directors Audit committee of the board of directors Audit committee of the management CEO and corporate officers

The following are selected portions of the report ofmanagement from a published annual report.REPORT OF MANAGEMENTManagement’s Report on Internal Control over Financial ReportingThe Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequateinternal control over financial reporting. The Company’s internal control over financialreporting is a process designed under the supervision of its President and ChiefExecutive Officer and Chief Financial Officer to provide reasonable assurance regardingthe reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of the Company’s financialstatements for external reporting in accordance with accounting principles generallyaccepted in the United States of America. Management evaluates the effectiveness ofthe Company’s internal control over financial reporting using the criteria set forth bythe Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO)in Internal Control–Integrated Framework. Management, under the…

Which of the following is NOT a requirement of the Cadbury Code of Best Practice for board of directors of firms?   Meeting regularly.    Conducting monthly financial audits.    Monitoring executive management.   Retaining full and effective control over the company.