Investments in Associates

2023-04-03T16:30:46+02:00

Investments in Associates When considering, during an audit, whether investments have been correctly accounted for, in terms of the relevant accounting framework, it is important to know whether the entity is required to compile consolidated financial statements. This can make a difference when determining whether the accounting policy applied for investments in associates is appropriate based on the accounting framework. IFRS for SMEs International Financial Reporting Standard for Small and Medium-sized Entities (IFRS for SMEs) Section 14, Investments in associates, indicates that its requirements apply to accounting for associates in consolidated financial statements, and in [...]

Investments in Associates2023-04-03T16:30:46+02:00

Evaluating the System of Quality Management

2023-01-31T22:14:20+02:00

Evaluating the system of quality management In the past year, firms have been making a significant effort to update their systems of quality management and start implementing the new risk-based standards of managing quality. Throughout this coming year, firms will perform the first round of monitoring to determine whether they are complying with their updated systems. The final step of implementing the new standards must not be overlooked, namely evaluating the system of quality management. Evaluating the system The individual or individuals carrying the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the system of quality management, normally [...]

Evaluating the System of Quality Management2023-01-31T22:14:20+02:00

Resources, information and communication

2023-01-31T22:11:24+02:00

Newsletter April Significant Risk Assessment When considering whether appropriate resources are available to perform engagements, practitioners have traditionally only considered human resources available within the firm. The new quality management standards expand on this, however, by requiring firms to also consider the technological and intellectual resources available. Firms should also consider whether appropriate resources are available to maintain their quality management system; they should establish an information system to support the operation of their quality management system, and ensure that the necessary communication takes place internally and externally. Firm-level considerations ISQM 1 para 32 requires [...]

Resources, information and communication2023-01-31T22:11:24+02:00

Ethics, acceptance and continuance

2023-01-31T22:11:43+02:00

Ethics, acceptance and continuance 30 September 2022 Ethics is a fundamental concept that needs to be established in an auditing and accounting practice. It cannot merely be given lip service, and should lead to proactively managing the risk of ethical threats and breaches that could inappropriately influence the firm’s compliance with relevant ethical requirements. One of the occasions when ethics may be involved in audit considerations is when deciding whether to accept, or continue with client relationships and engagements. Quality, integrity and independence should be the overriding factors. Firm-level considerations ISQM 1 para 29 [...]

Ethics, acceptance and continuance2023-01-31T22:11:43+02:00

Audit of legal practitioners’ business accounts

2021-09-19T17:15:37+02:00

Newsletter June Audit of legal practitioners’ business accounts Audit requirements relating to the business financial statements of legal practitioners practicing in companies have been clarified. In October 2019, the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) issued a notice of the withdrawal of the non-binding opinion pertaining to Regulation 28(2)(a) of the Companies Regulations 2011 to the Companies Act 2008. This opinion applied to legal practitioners who are registered as companies, in terms of the Companies Act, and considered whether the holding of assets in the legal practitioners’ trust accounts is regarded as part of the ordinary [...]

Audit of legal practitioners’ business accounts2021-09-19T17:15:37+02:00

Newsflash: IFAC Practice transformation action plan

2020-06-22T16:58:02+02:00

Newsflash: IFAC Practice transformation action plan Welcome to the Fast-Future We will not recognise the accountancy profession in the next 10 years. Actually, the fact of the matter is that it will probably be in the next five years. —Barry Melancon, President & CEO, American Institute of CPAs and CEO, Association of International Certified Professional Accountants We live in a dynamic, fast-paced world. Accenture predicted that advances in robotics would automate, or eliminate 40% of basic accounting roles by 2020. Within 10 years, robots [...]

Newsflash: IFAC Practice transformation action plan2020-06-22T16:58:02+02:00

Practical implications of the new IRBA Code

2020-03-02T12:11:20+02:00

Practical implications of the new IRBA Code Practical implication of the new IRBA code The new IRBA Code of Professional Conduct for Registered Auditors (Revised November 2018) (IRBA Code) came into effect recently, but not all registered auditors understand the practical implications thereof. This article sets out important practical areas to consider to ensure ethical compliance. When does what apply? The effective dates relevant to the new IRBA Code are as follows: • Parts 1 & 3: 15 June 2019 • Part 4A & [...]

Practical implications of the new IRBA Code2020-03-02T12:11:20+02:00
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