Principles Of Auditing & Other Assurance Services
21st Edition
ISBN: 9781259916984
Author: WHITTINGTON, Ray, Pany, Kurt
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 14, Problem 32QRA
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Explain the audit steps that would be followed in establishing the propriety of the recorded liability for federal income taxes of a corporation you are auditing for the first time considering the liabilities of the prior year.
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To determine
Explain the audit steps that would be followed in establishing the propriety of the recorded liability for federal income taxes of a corporation you are auditing for the first time considering the liability arising from the current year’s taxable income.
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Which non-audit service may be provided to an SEC audit client?
A- )Preparing the annual tax returns for review and approval by the client.
B- )Designing the future state operating model for its finance and accounting functions.
C- )Performing a valuation to support the client’s legal claim.
D- )Developing, managing and executing portions of its internal audit plan.
The main portion of an independent auditor’s work in expressing an opinion on financial statements consists of
a. Obtaining and examining sufficient appropriate evidence
b. Examining compliance with tax laws
c. Studying and evaluating internal control
d. Comparing client’s total accountabilities with its actual assets as of the end of the reporting period
Audit Procedures for Income Taxes and Deferred Tax Assets/Liabilities:
Auditing income taxes and deferred tax assets/liabilities involves verifying the accuracy of a company's tax reporting and assessing the timing and amounts of deferred tax assets and liabilities. Here's a detailed breakdown of the audit procedures:
1. Review of Tax Returns and Financial Statements:
Impact: Auditors compare the information reported in the company's tax returns with its financial statements to identify any discrepancies or inconsistencies.
Procedure: Auditors examine tax returns, schedules, and supporting documentation to ensure that income tax provisions in the financial statements are consistent with tax filings.
2. Evaluation of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities:
Impact: Deferred tax assets and liabilities represent future tax consequences of transactions that have already occurred but have not yet been recognized for tax purposes.
Procedure: Auditors assess the validity…
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