Audit Reports Flashcards
What should be included for the auditor’s address?
The city and state where the auditor is located.
What is management responsible for in regards to financial statements?
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements in accordance with the Applicable Financial Reporting Framework.
What is management responsible for in regards to Internal Control?
With regard to Internal Control, management is responsible for:
- Internal Control Design
- Implementation
- Maintenance
What are the headings in the Audit Report for an Unmodified Opinion?
(TIM-AA) Title Introduction Management Responsibility Auditor Responsibility Audit Opinion
What are the headings in the Audit Report for a Modified Opinion?
(TIMA-BA) Title Introduction Management Responsibility Auditor Responsibility Basis for (Modified) Opinion Audit Opinion
In an Unmodified Opinion with Emphasis-of-Matter / Other-Matter sections, what is the order of the headings?
(TIM-AA EMO) Title Introduction Management Responsibility Auditor Responsibility Audit Opinion Emphasis-of-Matter Other-Matter
What are the requirements for referencing a component auditor in the audit report?
Component financial statements must be prepared using the same Financial Reporting Framework as the Group Financial Statements.
Component auditor must have performed audit in accordance with GAAS or PCAOB Standards.
What must the Group Engagement Partner do if they assume responsibility for the component auditor’s work?
Perform additional audit procedures
Be involved in component auditor’s work
Perform risk assessment procedures
Assess risk of material misstatement
What standards govern compilation engagements?
Compilations are governed by SSARS (Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services).
Which clients can have compilation engagements?
Non-SEC (non-public) registrants only.
What disclosures are required for compilation engagements?
Disclosures not necessary must state that they are not included.
What standards govern review engagements?
Review engagements are governed by SSARS (Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services).
What type of assurance is given in a review engagement?
Reviews give limited assurance.
What procedures are required for review engagements?
Analytical procedures are required for reviews to compare results against documented predictions.
What is a review engagement?
In a review engagement, financial statements are presented with no opinion expressed and limited assurances are given. Independence is required for a review engagement.