Audit Essay Examples

The Dilemma of an Accountant Studying the ethic case the dilemma is whether Dan Potter, who was assigned to an audit assignment should go by the audit and guidelines or whether he should disregard the ethical standards and continue to follow the instructions of his immediate boss. Dan Potter is working as a staff accountant […]

IFACs Code of Ethics desires to reinforce the professional accountancy and economics throughout the world by contribute a high level of ethical professional guidance, and desiring the Code to be adoptable globally. It is very important because it generates ninety nine percent consciousness among professional accountants and to promote an ethical culture with listing the […]

  Management has established a code of conduct that includes rules regarding conflicts of interest for purchasing agents. Category: Assertion: Pervasive Waterfront has established a disclosure committee to review the selection of new accounting policies. Category: 4. 6, Assertion: DAO Accuracy and Valuation, DAO Classification and Understandability. c. Any computer program revision must be approved […]

I have carefully used information derived from the company and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to assess the risk of accepting The Coca-Cola Company as an audit client. My research was based on careful analysis of recent developments and key items including recent financial statements and business ratios. The financial condition of the company […]

FORENSIC ACCOUNTING Abstract In today’s fast growing business world, it is necessary for an organization to evaluate its systems, internal control procedures and to analyze the risks involved to ascertain appropriate implementation and working of its processes. The organization must also identify, record, settle, extract, sort, report and verify past financial data. With increasing number […]

 PART 1 There are 3 years covered in the following primary comparative financial statements, namely fiscal years ended 1 February 2004, 2 February 2003 and 3 February 2002: Consolidated Statement of Earnings Statement of Stockholders Equity and Comprehensive Income Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows There are 2 years covered in the Consolidated Balance Sheet, namely […]

The Prefab Sprout Company is a construction company which develops and constructs modular home enclosures in South Florida. Though being listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), it is still a family-run business with about 40% of the shares resting with the Warner family. This working paper provides a thorough analysis of Prefab’s internal […]

Management Information Systems are distinct from regular information systems in that they are used to analyze other information systems applied in operational activities in the organization. In a recent survey article in The Economist, John Browning (1990) wrote: “Information technology is no longer a business resource; it is the business environment. ” His statement is […]

Recently, there has been a significant interest in the role of audit committees as an essential component of corporate governance. Many authorities worldwide have highlighted the importance of effective audit committees and require listed companies to establish such a committee (e.g., European Union (EU) 8th Company Law Directive, 2006; Smith Report, 2003; United States (US) […]

THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTING THEORY Explain the meaning of the term accounting principles as used in the audit report. (Do not in this part discuss the significance of generally accepted. ”) Answer: Before I dissect the term “accounting principle,” I first want to provide a brief definition of  accounting and  a principle.Accounting is the systematic […]

Introduction In an effort to achieve organizational goals, a large part of General Electric’s overall strategy involves rigorous management oversight and dedication to controllership. Controls are processes that “direct the achievement of individuals toward the achievement of organizational goals” (Bateman & Snell, 2007).Four control mechanisms used by GE are Six Sigma, performance measurement, internal and […]

Introduction The company which our focus centers on is the prestigious Lululemon. What started out as an underground yoga and design studio blossomed today into a $225 million-dollar company that offers premium athletic clothing at high-end prices. It all started one day when the company founder, Chip Wilson, decided to try something new – yoga, […]

The Finance and Accounting departments in Riordan Manufacturing’s three operating entities are significantly different. Each department is managed separately, both from each other and from the corporate sector. The Georgia, Michigan, and California branches have different business systems for their ledgers, accounts, orders, procurement, sales history, invoicing, payroll, and financial reporting. Obtaining this information is […]

Introduction With globalization on the rise, the economic ties between nations are growing stronger. However, the existence of different local accounting standards presents a challenge in the international finance sector. This results in incompatible financial data, insufficient regulations for multinational company behavior, and uncertainty regarding global investors’ perception of financial performance. The harmonization of international […]

Case 1. 9 ZZZZ Best Company, Inc. Delta. Describe the elements of the Fraud Triangle that apply to this case. Assume you are the perpetrator. Is there a better way to perpetrate this fraud? If there is, describe your method. Specify practical recommendations for the client to prevent this fraud from occurring in the future. […]

In 1995, he saw the potential for a hypermarket business in Malaysia, as there was very little competition, specially from the local entrepreneurs. Together with his wife, who had worked as a Marketing Executive in one of the international retail stores operating in Malaysia, they formed “Mental Sad Bad”, which was located in Klan. Although […]

I have never seen such a beautiful aquamarines sky, such blue, much gentle. It reflects the color of our oceans blue, Oh what a beauty. I’d kill to fly a day and rest against a cloud. Effects of the SEC investigation on investor confidence * All sales of Flashily 2011 have been made to only […]

To decrease the chance of fraud, data and programs can be encrypted while forensic accountants are utilized. Vacations and rotation of duties should also be required, along with ensuring sufficient insurance coverage and preventing unauthorized access via logic bombs and trap doors. Cyber attacks such as eavesdropping, masquerading, pushing, tapping into a communications line, hacking, […]

He tries to find and answer to the question whether the independence of auditors and the quality of audit (reports) are threatened by a certain practice, called opinion shopping. Lu describes this practice as the involvement of the search for an auditor willing to support a proposed accounting treatment designed to help a company achieve […]

The Company’s dairy products have a strong consumer following and are represented by strong brands such as Dutch Lady, Frissons, Frisk, Complete, Meal and Joy. (Dutch Lady, 2014) Marketing training In Dutch Lady Company, all directors will attended briefings and trainings to enable them to effectively discharge their duties. Directors are encouraged to attend relevant […]

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act includes eleven objectives, which aim to promote auditor independence, ensure corporate and auditor accountability to the public, establish an independent body for financial reporting, deter fraudulent activities through sufficient measures, and hold someone responsible if fraud is detected. Section 101 establishes the Public Company Accounting Oversights Board (PCAOB), consisting of five members […]

The Energy Audit proposal is an inspection, survey, and analysis of energy flows in a building, process, or system aimed at reducing the energy input without negatively affecting the output(s) in order to achieve energy conservation. This audit seeks to identify opportunities for financial savings by eliminating wasteful use of electricity, coal, and fuel oil […]