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ISLAMABAD
(Department of Commerce)
ASSIGNMENT No. 2
Unveiling the Truth: Different Types of Audit Reports and Their Purposes
Audit reports aren't just dry financial documents; they're the culmination of an
auditor's investigation, offering insights into a company's financial health and
adherence to regulations. These reports come in various flavours, each serving a
distinct purpose. Let's delve into the four main types:
⦁ Financial statements
are fairly presented i
accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles).
⦁ No material misstatements were found .
⦁ Internal controls are adequate to ensure reliable financial reporting.
Purpose: Boosts governance.
inv
stor confidence, facilitates
loan approvals, and demonstrates strong financial
⦁ Qualified Opinion:
While generally positive, this report raises specific concerns:
⦁ Auditor agrees with the overall financial statements but identifies specific
exceptions.
⦁ Exceptions might relate to uncertainties, inconsistencies, or limitations in scope.
• E AUDIT :
⦁ Adverse Opinion:
This is the strongest negative verdict, indicating:
⦁ Financial statements are materially misstated.
⦁ Internal controls are significantly deficient.
⦁ Financial information cannot be relied upon.
In accounting, the term "events" has a specific meaning within the context of
financial statements. Let's explore both the general and specific interpretations:
⦁ Settlement of a lawsuit filed before the balance sheet date: The final
settlement amount may differ from the estimated provision recorded at the
balance sheet date, prompting an adjustment.
This Indicates That the inventory balance at the balance sheet date was
overstated, requiring a downward adjustment.
⦁ Non-Adjusting Events: These are events that occur after the balance
sheet date and have no bearing on the conditions that existed in financial
statements.
⦁ Declaration of dividends after the balance sheet date: The dividend liability is
incurred after the balance sheet date and will be reflected in the subsequent financial
statements
⦁ Sale of a major asset after the balance sheet date: The gain or loss from the sale
will be
recorded in the income statement of the following period.
An auditor's evaluation of the reliability and correctness of the profit and loss
account is a multi-faceted process involving various techniques and procedures.
Here's a breakdown of their key approaches:
⦁ Evaluation of Disclosures:
customers or performing inventory
Status:
⦁ Independent Agent: The auditor acts as an independent agent of the
shareholders, responsible for objectively examining the company's financial
statements.
⦁ Appointed and Removed by Shareholders: Auditors are appointed an
⦁ Right of Access: The auditor has the right to access all books, accounts,
vou relevant documents of the company at any time.hers, and other
⦁ Attend Meetings: Auditors have the right to attend and be heard at any
general meeting of the company.
Rights:
⦁ Remuneration: The auditor is entitled to reasonable remuneration for their
services, determined by the shareholders.
⦁ Resignation: They have the right to resign from the audi engagement if they face
any undue pressure or obstruction in performing their duties.
⦁ Immunity from Liability: Auditors enjoy immunity from liability for any loss or
damage suffered by the company due to their actions, except in cases of negligence or
fraud.
Duties:
⦁ Conduct Audit and Issue Report: The auditor's primary duty is to conduct an
independent audit of the company's financial statements and issue an audit report
expressing their opinion on their fairness and accuracy.
⦁ Report on Internal Controls: They have a responsibility to assess the company's
internal controls and report on their adequacy and effectiveness in safeguarding assets
and preventing fraud.
⦁ Compliance with Standards: The auditor must comply with relevant auditing
standards and regulations while conducting the audit.
the company's financial statements are reliable and transparent. Their duties are
crucial in upholding the integrity of the financial system and protecting the
interests of shareholders and other stakeholders.
⦁ The audit for the year 2019-2020 reveals two key issues:
⦁ Inventory Valuation: The company used estimated costs instead of physical counts
for a significant portion of its inventory due to a warehouse fire shortly before the year-
end.
⦁ Related Party Transactions: The company entered into significant loan agreements
with the CEO's family company on terms not readily explained b
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of M/S Z & Co., which
comprise the balance sheet as of March 31, 2020, the income statement, the
statement of shareholders' equity, and the statement of cash flows for the year
then ended, and our report thereon.
In our opinion, except for the matter described in the Basis for Qualified Opinion
paragraph below, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects,
the financial position of M/S Z & Co. as of March 31, 2020 and its results of
operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Indian
Accounting Standards (Ind AS).
⦁ Related Party Transactions: The company entered into significant loan agreements
with [Name of CEO's family company] during the year, amounting to [amount]. The
terms of these loans, including the interest rate and collateral,were not readily explained
by market rates.
⦁ Provide proper documentation and justification for the terms of the related party
transactions and consider seeking independent advice on such transactions in the future.
Emphasis of Matter:
Our opinion is not modified in respect of any other matters. However, we draw
attention to the fact that [Name of CEO's family company] is also a significant
customer of M/S Z & Co., and the nature and volume of these transactions could
have implications for the company's independence and related party disclosures.
Our responsibility: