Chapter 1 Auditing and Internal Control Review Questions 1. What is the purpose of an IT audit? Response: The purpose of an IT audit is to provide an independent assessment of some technology- or systems-related object‚ such as proper IT implementation‚ or controls over computer resources. Because most modern accounting information systems use IT‚ IT plays a significant role in a financial (external audit)‚ where the purpose is to determine the fairness and accuracy of the financial statements
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Internal control systems As defined in Paragraph 4(c) of ISA 315‚ internal control is “the process designed‚ implemented and maintained by those charged with governance‚ management and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance about the achievement of an entity’s objectives with regard to reliability of financial reporting‚ effectiveness and efficiency of operations‚ and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.” It includes all the policies
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Justification for an Internal Control System ACC 544 Justification for an Internal Control System Introduction According to A. A. Gramling in the Encyclopedia of Business and Finance‚ internal control can be described as “any action taken by an organization to help enhance the likelihood that the objectives of the organization will be achieved.” There are several approaches to risk management in an organization – the portfolio approach and the use of insurance are two. Both
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Internal Controls Paper FIN/324 University of Phoenix November 2‚ 2005 Internal Controls Paper When it comes to the internal controls of firms and enterprises‚ executives are constantly keeping a close look on the accuracy and effectiveness of these controls along with seeking ways to better them. According to COSO (2004) the implementation of internal controls helps guide companies in reaching towards their profitability goals‚ the accomplishment of their mission statement‚ and helps minimize
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Lecture note on monitoring business and accounting systems. ------------------------------------------------- internal control systems and internal controls An internal control system is the whole system of controls‚ financial and otherwise‚ established by the management in order to * Carry on the business of the enterprise in an orderly and efficient manner‚ * Ensure adherence to management policies‚ * Safeguard the assets and secure as far as possible the completeness and accuracy
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Mini Case Chapter 1 a. Why is corporate finance important to all managers? Corporate Finance is the specific area of finance dealing with the financial decisions corporations make‚ and the tools and analysis used to make the decisions. Corporate finance is important to all managers because managers must make very important decisions that will direct the future of their businesses. Most of these decisions will be made‚ based on the analysis of its financial status. Corporate finance provides
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Case Study Project What is the purpose of auditing? Describe the relationship between internal controls and the audit process. Answer The purpose of an audit is to provide financial statement users with an opinion by the auditor on whether the financial statements are presented fairly‚ in all material respects‚ in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework. An audit also enhances the degree of confidence of intended users in the financial statements. Financial audits
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iii. Implement Internal Controls The objective of internal control is to safeguard assets of the firm‚ ensure accuracy and reliability of accounting record‚ promote the efficiency of the firm’s operation‚ and to measure compliance with management’s policies. Besides that‚ the internal control is used to controls and checks consolidated into accounting activities and operations of a company to ensure their business operations are conducted efficiently and effectively (Trenerry‚ 1999). Valeant Pharmaceuticals
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Mini-Case 1. How can you create theme areas that will also promote future sales for the hotel (such as food and beverages‚ rooms‚ conventions‚ etc)? According to the case‚ this hotel adopted some Hollywood theme areas such as the Wizard of Oz and Gone with the wind. Therefore the food and beverages should match these types of theme. For example‚ manager could names food and beverage related to the theme or use some fantasy tableware cater for the customers. The reason is the customer want enjoy
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another? 2.1. A major role in the activities of NASDAQ is played by the market maker. Market makers at NASDAQ execute their tasks through a computer network. The major responsibilities of market makers include the filling of orders on behalf of the customer. They also fill orders for their own account. Market makers also benefit from the difference between the ask and the bid prices‚ in terms of acting as a dealer. Market makers at NASDAQ are responsible for the provision of a market for the
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