Different Types of Engagements Flashcards

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What are other AICPA standards that apply to Non-Audit Engagements?

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  • Statements on Standards for Accounting & Review Services (SSARSS)
  • When performing non-audit F/S services for a “nonissue)
  • Preparation engagement
  • Compilation engagement
  • Review engagement
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When do Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAES)

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Apply when providing assurance on management representations or subject matter other than F/S

  • Examination engagement- High level of Assurance
  • Review- Limited/moderate level of assurance
  • Agreed-upon procedures- Provides assurance without expressing opinion or negative assurance
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What is the highest level of engagement?

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Positive Assurance- Highest level “In our opinion”

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What is a negative insurance?

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“Moderate” (limited) assurance associated with a “review” engagement under the SSARS or SSAES

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What is a procedures/findings?

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Assurance expressed in findings and findings

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Is there an engagement with no assurance?

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Associated with a preparation engagement or a compilation engagement

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