compliant the audit teams are regarding the auditing standards, laws and control procedures, the level of interaction between the audit team and relevant parties, and finally the amount of appropriate audit documentation (International Federation of Accountants, 2013). These factors also impact audit quality through how appropriate audit evidence is gathered and processed. Outputs are also important in the balance of audit quality, as they can be easily influenced…
integrity of financial information, and to protect customer’s information. While auditing the ABC Company’s financial record I found an error which reflects the strength of their internal control system. So I’ve been asked to educate my fellow accountants on the limitations of the internal control system in preparation for an upcoming audit. Specifically this document will discuss the following: The limitations of the internal control system. Two examples of the internal control procedures and…
One thing to note is that the AICPA is the group that developed the SSTS utilized in tax preparations. The standard SSTS #1 applies to this circumstance because the accountant is preparing, signing tax returns, and submitting to the appropriate state or federal tax office. The SSTS’s previously were known as SRTP’s with one major exception – SRTP’s were not enforceable. Monsour, Elias, & Cruz (2006) notes since the…
“Men! The only animal in the world to fear.” (Lawrence). David Herbert Lawrence’s quote demonstrates that mankind is so corrupt it is the only animal that we need to fear. Throughout the novel Conrad displays multiple themes about how mankind is unprincipled when removed from a civilized society. This goes on to prove that morals, reason, and restraint are vital in the lives of men or they will turn into animals. In Conrad’s novel, Heart of Darkness, he uses the literary elements of symbolism,…
perspective of an average, hard working accountant with the ambition of being the top of your field to earn thousands more than the accountants below you … but for now you are earning an average pay but you earn enough for a comfortable living. Just like any other job like a baker, doctor, artist, dancer, actor, author and virtually and job, the…
In response, Rolanda proposes that Mary Ann may gain more information and knowledge from the services of a non-certified public accountant. This is due to the fact that there are numerous financial analysts who are not required to take the CPA (Certified public accountants) test. In countless minority businesses, individuals depend on these non-certified public accountants for income-tax preparation, payroll…
In essence, the roles that accountants play are one which measures the financial performance within their respective companies. So how can the accountants aid in measuring and implementing sustainable development. Traditionally accountants’ role would have been focused on the assessment of the peformance of a business from a financial perspective alone and prepapring the relevant information…
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has been the assigned organization in a private sector for establishing standards. These standards are important to be useful because it allows investors to make informed decisions. Financial information must be reliable, consistent and transparent. Transparency refers to high-quality financial statements that are clear and easy to understand. Being transparent in financial reporting allows investors, creditors and the market to properly evaluate…
and communicate information within the organization and with other organizations too . A significant achievement of the Burns and scapens frameworks is that it takes into account the evolving deviations that effect the role of the management accountants in an organization.. For example, the recognition of the developing procedures and practices in…
Innovative and action-oriented CPA accountant who benefits over 10 years experience within performance environments. Consistent record of achievement in streamlining analysis and reporting efforts, whilst meeting statutory, financial and management reporting obligations. Recognised as a value add business partner, helping divisions with reducing costs and on commercial decision making. Strong compliance focus with the ability to manage risk and work in close collaboration with third party…