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Effectively & Efficiently Reviewing Audit Workpapers: The Line of Defense Against Deficient Audits - NEW
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November 09, 2010
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| Location | German American Society, Omaha, NE |
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8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
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Reviewing workpapers is a critical internal quality control safeguard that ensures issued audit reports are appropriate given the specific engagement's circumstances. There is a presumption that more experienced engagement team members should review work performed by less experienced staff. The objective of this course is to provide tips and techniques for effective and efficient review of audit workpapers.
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Considering ethics as a critical element of high-quality workpaper reviews. Emphasizing common significant judgments or conclusions that require strong supporting documentation, including when consultations may be appropriate. The critical role of the engagement partner related to the overall quality of an engagement. The importance of monitoring compliance with engagement quality control policies and procedures. The primary purpose of audit documentation, and minimum documentation requirements. The responsibilities of the engagement quality control reviewer in evaluating the significant judgments the engagement team made and conclusions reached in formulating the report. Tips for an efficient workpaper review process that complies with relevant standards. Tips for handling differences of opinion. Understanding the quality control standards and guidance related to a CPA firm’s responsibilities for its system of quality control over the audit practice.
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| Who Should Attend |
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| Public accounting professionals with audit supervision and review responsibilities. |
| Course Level | Intermediate |
| Prerequisites | Appropriate for audit professionals involved in supervision, review or other quality control functions. |
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| Discussion Leader | Brian D. Kush, Surgent McCoy, CPE LLC |
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| Additional Information: |
Parking is available on site and lunch is provided. |
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| Fee |
$230 - Society Member
$260 - Society Nonmember |
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