Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
16th Edition
ISBN: 9780134065823
Author: Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley, Chris E. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 26DQP
a.
To determine
State the nature of the complaint underlying LR No.22902.
b.
To determine
State the sections of the federal securities laws are the individuals involved accused of violating.
c.
To determine
State the role of the independent auditor in the fraud and identify the possible defense (s) can the auditor’s use of the auditors is accused of violating federal securities laws in this case.
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Which non-audit service is permitted for an SEC audit client?
Preparing a point-in-time gap analysis on its technology controls compared to industry standards.
Providing a technology service that records accounting entries for the client.
Loaning staff to prepare the client’s tax return.
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