PRINCIPLES OF AUDITING & OTHER ASSURANC
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Author: WHITTINGTON
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Explain the weaknesses and recommend improvements in procedures for offerings given at weekly services.
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Explain the weaknesses and recommend improvements in procedures for Recordkeeping for members’ pledges and contributions.
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