Purpose – This study aims to examine the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) number 520 relating to analytical procedures (APs) and adapt relevant aspects of prior studies on APs to the Egyptian audit context. The study investigates the extent of use of APs in Egypt during the three main...

Purpose – This study aims to examine the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) number 520 relating to analytical procedures (APs) and adapt relevant aspects of prior studies on APs to the Egyptian audit context. The study investigates the extent of use of APs in Egypt during the three main...

Presents a review and examination of internal auditing based on research and practical experience gained in a medium‐sized chemical manufacturer over a period of four years. Discusses benefits of management auditing and proposes a structured approach to efficient and effective audits. Analyses...

Adapted from a major study of acquisitions made by British companies both in the UK and in the USA, draws some important lessons for all involved in the acquisition process, and suggests a more proactive role for the internal audit function in acquisition planning. Acquisitions and mergers often...

Believes that the rapid development of the market system in the People’s Republic of China should encourage Chinese certified public accountants (CPAs) to examine themselves and recognize the importance of exercising due professional care, in order to develop in an international and healthy...

The new definition of internal auditing defines the function as an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. The purpose of this paper is to summarize an assessment of this new definition obtained through structured...

Internal auditors have an important role in communicating the threat posed by the spread of computer viruses and advising on appropriate control strategies. Computer virus is defined, distinguishing between “true” viruses and other rogue software like logic bombs, Trojan horses and worms....

Describes the internal audit function in a joint venture company. Auditing joint ventures is a fascinating topic, particularly when it involves the nuclear power industry and partnership between China and a foreign collaborator. The internal audit function was established right at the outset and...

One of the major components of an audit plan is risk assessment. Risk factors vary among organizations, and internal auditors must review their own organizational cultures to determine audit exposure. In order to minimize the risk, the internal audit department must develop an audit plan that...

Auditors generally describe risk in terms of probabilities. Risk arises from lack of information which in turn leads to uncertainty. Since uncertainty exists when information is deficient and information can be deficient in different ways, it follows that auditors deal with different types of...