- 15 Marks
AAA – Nov 2011 – L3 – SB – Q4 – Ethical Issues in Auditing
Clarifies auditor's statutory responsibilities, provisions in CAMA to reduce the communication gap, and controls for addressing performance gaps.
Question
The role of auditors is commonly misconceived. Many people argue that the auditor is expected to detect all frauds and irregularities in a client’s business. Others believe that the auditor should act more like a court of justice where truth is defended. In fact, the auditor’s responsibilities, powers, and duties are defined by statutes, ethics, and auditing standards.
Required:
(a) What are the provisions available in the Companies and Allied Matters Act Cap C20 LFN, 2004, which seek to reduce the communication gap between the auditor and the shareholders?
(7 Marks)
(b) Explain EIGHT controls available to address the problem of the performance gap.
(8 Marks)
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