Audit Sampling

Download or read book Audit Sampling written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Internal Audit Sampling written by Barbara Apostolou and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Practical Statistical Sampling for Auditors written by Arthur J. Wilburn and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1984-04-03 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a clear, readable style, this timely volume provides the information needed to design and execute audit samples for the appraisal, evaluation, and validation of financial and accounting data. With this material, auditors and analysts can accomplish such required functions as evaluating program performance and determining the reliability of financial records and statements more quickly and accurately. Designed as a practical, reliable, on-the-job reference -- with a minimum of statistical theory and formulas -- Practical Statistical Sampling for Auditors blends statistical sampling with other acceptable auditing techniques ... emphasizes the significance of error analysis and audit appraisal ... examines audit and statistical stratification ... advocates the use of minimum samples ... emphasizes the use of replication to support audit decisions ... and outlines the advantages and limitations of various audit sampling schemes. Further, Practical Statistical Sampling for Auditors offers such handy features as chapter summaries, computer printouts, real-life examples, a time-saving table of minimum sample sizes, an easy-to-use glossary, a detailed index, and numerous literature citations, helping auditors; accountants; program, budget, and management analysts; comptrollers; and financial managers to apply statistical methods in consonance with Auditing Standards. Book jacket.

Download or read book Statistical Sampling and Risk Analysis in Auditing written by Peter Jones and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-05 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is aimed at those with responsibilities for audit, risk and control - auditors of course - but also finance directors, audit committee members, project accountants, systems designers and other professionals too. Working under pressure, these people often need to take account of theory and best practice but strike a balance with the practical demands of their workplace. This book’s practical emphasis on meeting the ever-changing needs of clients and auditees will benefit a wide audience by helping readers to: ¢ select a suitable, practical sampling approach ¢ appreciate the statistical implications ¢ evaluate the results of audit testing ¢ take account of risk and control evaluation in targeting valuable audit resources. It does this by laying out the principles behind a concept and then grounding them in ’real life’ cases for the reader to work through. These are accompanied by suggested solutions which, while not definitive answers, do provide valuable advice and guidance. Finally the range of appendices, including a complete copy of the statement of auditing standards, SAS 430, make this book an essential resource for everyone concerned about modern auditing.

Download or read book Audit Guide written by AICPA and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated as of December 1, 2019, this guide continues to be an indispensable resource packed with information on sampling requirements and methods. It introduces statistical and nonstatistical sampling approaches, and features case studies illustrating the use of different sampling methods, including classical variables sampling and monetary unit sampling, in real-world situations.

Download or read book Data Analysis and Sampling Simplified written by Donald A. Dickie and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is about how to reduce large data sets down to the critical few high-risk subsets.

Download or read book Auditing For Dummies written by Maire Loughran and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-07-06 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The easy way to master the art of auditing Want to be an auditor and need to hone your investigating skills? Look no further. This friendly guide gives you an easy-to-understand explanation of auditing — from gathering financial statements and accounting information to analyzing a client's financial position. Packed with examples, it gives you everything you need to ace an auditing course and begin a career today. Auditing 101 — get a crash course in the world of auditing and a description of the types of tasks you'll be expected to perform during a typical day on the job It's risky business — find out about audit risk and arm yourself with the know-how to collect the right type of evidence to support your decisions Auditing in the real world — dig into tons of sample business records to perform your first audit Focus on finances — learn how both ends of the financial equation — balance sheet and income statement — need to be presented on your client's financial statements Seal the deal — get the lowdown on how to wrap up your audit and write your opinion After the audit — see the types of additional services that may be asked of you after you've issued your professional opinion