Introduction:
The term sufficient appropriate evidence explains that the evidence brought in is sufficient and appropriate enough to backup the conclusions arrived at and for the opinions formed by the auditor.
Requirement 1
To describe:
Explain the sufficient appropriate evidence and also how it distinguishes among the clients.
Introduction:
The type of
Requirement 2
To describe:
Explain about substantive analytical procedures and find out when the evidence collected in the procedures is appropriate.
Introduction:
Unique evidence challenges are those that support the truthfulness of the proposition made with valid evidence that is unique and true.
Requirement 3
To describe:
Explain the possible unique evidence challenges for the accounts like allowance for doubtful accounts. And also explain how the professional skepticism will be helpful during the testing of this account.
Introduction:
Document containing a checklist of questions that are to be asked while an audit, is called the Standardized Audit Program.
Requirement 4
To describe:
Explain with reasons as to how the standardized audit program could bring about problems listed out in PCAOB inspection reports.
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Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit
- Refer to Exhibit 2.5 and answer the following questions. a. (Sections 101, 104, and 105) How does the establishment and operation of the PCAOB help to ensure quality external audits? How will audit firm inspections and investigations by the PCAOB help ensure high audit quality? b. (Sections 201-203) How do Sections 201-203 address audit ()r independence concerns? c. (Section 206) What is a cooling-off period, and how does it address auditor independence concerns? d. (Section 301) How do the audit committee requirements help ensure effective corporate governance? e. (Sections 302 and 906) How do the officer certification requirements help to address the risk of fraud in publicly traded organizations? What is the likelihood that a CFO who is committing fraudulent financial reporting would sign the certification falsely, and what are your reactions to that possibility? f. (Section 401) How does this section relate to the Enron fraud? g. (Section 404) How do the management assessment and audit or attestation of internal controls contained in this section help to address the risk of fraud in publicly traded organizations? h. (Section 407) Why is it important that at least one member of the audit committee be a financial expert? What are the financial reporting implications if the audit committee does not have any individuals serving on it who possess financial expertise? i. (Section 802) How does this section relate to the Enron fraud?arrow_forward1.) The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) developed guidelines and procedures on how to follow the standards that apply specifically to the specialized nature of the IS Audit. The guidelines serve as guidance the IS auditor should normally follow. However, there may be situations where the auditor will not follow that guidance. In this case, what happens now to the work done by the IS auditor? 2.) Audits are conducted for various reasons. It can help an organization ensure effective operations, affirm its compliance with various regulations, and confirm that the business is functioning well and is prepared to meet potential challenges. There are three typical phases in an Audit, explain each phase and its relation to the other.arrow_forwardWhich of the following best describes the relationship between auditing and attestation engagements Select one: a. Auditing is a subset of attestation engagements that focuses on providing clients with advice and decision support. b. Attestation is a subset of auditing that provides lower assurance than that provided by an audit engagement. c. Auditing is a subset of attestation engagements that focuses on the certification of financial statements. d. Attestation is a subset of auditing that improves the quality of information or its context for decision makersarrow_forward
- Briefly explained the following key concepts below: A. Forensic Accounting B. Financial Accounting C. Auditing D. Fraud Examination E. Fraud Examiner F. Professional standards, legislation and regulatory requirements NB: Answer questions A-Farrow_forwardDefine the following terms below: A. Forensic Accounting B. Financial Accounting C. Auditing D. Fraud Examination E. Fraud Examiner F. Professional standards, legislation and regulatory requirements NB: Answer questions A-Farrow_forwardISA 701 Communicating Key Audit Matters (KAM) in the Independent Auditor’s Report states the following,“The purpose of communicating key audit matters is to enhance the communicative value of the auditor’s reportby providing greater transparency about the audit that was performed.”Required: a) Describe the factors that should be considered in determining KAM and discuss what should be included in the description of a KAM. b) Consider each situation below independently and describe the interactions between them and descriptions of KAM in the Auditor’s Reporti. The relevant matter requires the Auditor to modify the opinion in accordance with ISA 705 (Revised) Modifications to the Opinion of the Independent Auditor’s Report. ii. The auditor has expressed an Adverse Opinion on the financial statements. iii. The auditor has expressed a Disclaimer Opinion on the financial statements. iv. A Material Uncertainty Related to Going Concern Exists. v. The relevant matter should be…arrow_forward
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- 1. Explain how an audit committee could improve its effectiveness on internal auditor's control review and oversight work 2. Discuss the problems associated with initiatives that been put forward to ensure independence of members ofaudit committeearrow_forwardIn the auditing process Select one: a. the criteria for evaluating information will not vary depending on the information being audited. b. the audit report communicates the auditor's findings to users. c. the types and amounts of evidence remain constant from audit to audit d. evidence are gathered by the auditor to determine whether the audited information is stated in accordance with SEC standards.arrow_forwardQ1. Based on Sarbanes-Oxley, who is ultimately responsible for the independence of the external auditor? (In your response, identify all of the requirements placed upon the Audit Committee by Sarbanes-Oxley, and why you think the Act placed these responsibilities with this group). Q2. Which of the following is an example of the appropriate implementation of a system of quality control? (in your response, describe the purpose of a system of quality control for an audit firm, and what the six elements of quality control are).arrow_forward
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