Overview:
The IRBA is the audit regulator of South Africa and is regarded as a leader in audit regulation. Their annual inspections report is invaluable in determining topical deficiencies.
The audit profession is under constant scrutiny, and it is therefore crucial that auditors maintain the highest standards of quality in their engagements. The IRBA issues their public inspections report annually to provide audit firms with insights regarding common themes and deficiencies identified from inspections performed. This information enables auditors to identify deficiencies within their own firms and put the necessary remedial measures in place.
This training will give participants a practical understanding of the common deficiencies reported by the IRBA, and how to put appropriate remedial measures in place to address these deficiencies.
Content and outline:
To explain the following concepts and discuss their practical application:
- Overall inspections results
- Firm-wide themes
- Assurance engagement themes
- Remedial action process
- Good practices
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Certification:
Upon completion of the training, participants will receive a verifiable attendance certificate.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 6 Lessons
- 70 Minutes
- Section 1: Introduction2
- Section 2: Background and Inspection Results1
- Section 3: Firm-Wide Themes1
- Section 4: Assurance Engagement Themes1
- Section 5: Good Practices, IT & Remediation1
- Final Quiz1