Control Accounts Flashcards

1
Q

examples of internal control

A

sales records have invoice numbers
imprest system

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2
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what is the need for internal control

A

ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records

ensure against fraud

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3
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how could a limited accounting department cause fraud

A

collusion between people in the company

one person should not be responsible for transactions from cradle to grave

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4
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what are contra items

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when you sell to and purchase from the same company, you can use some of the money you owe them to take off their bill and vise versa

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