In today’s time auditors are much more equipped to identify opportunities for enhancement – as adding value is widely considered an integral part of the internal audit process. In the recent past, role of internal auditor is being redefined. The new role is broader, more inclusive and sets expectation of adding value by internal auditors to the audited entity when performing their work assignments. Internal Audit engagements in older days focused on verifying compliance with policies and procedures. There were
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Accounting treatment of waiver off of interest on the loan from Directors
Accounting treatment of waiver off of interest on the loan from Directors Entity A, which prepares its financial statements as per Ind AS obtained a loan from one of its directors during the year 2015-16 which is still outstanding as at the end of year 2018-19. The loan is not related to a qualifying asset and is repayable on demand. In previous years, the interest was charged and paid to the directors. However, in respect of interest on the loan
Internal Audit – Beyond The Data
While data analytics serves as a powerful tool used in organization to gain insight into operations, they may also be a source of risk. Feasibility to reveal secrets hidden in voluminous data makes use of the data analytics difficult to resist. There are tools enabling the organization to bring efficiencies in operations, improve decision, enhance agility, identify market potential etc. Internal audit is regular user of data analytics during the ordinary course of discharging its responsibilities to the organization. Internal
Impact of COVID-19 on Revenue Recognition
COVID-19 pandemic is affecting worldwide major economic and financial markets, and virtually all industries and governments are facing challenges associated with the economic conditions resulting from efforts to address it. For example, many industries i. e. travel, hospitality, leisure, Education, and retail industries have seen sharp declines in revenues due to regulatory and organizational mandates and voluntary changes in humanbehavior. To address these economic challenges, some governments are pursuing laws or other related initiatives. This article discusses certain key revenue
Impactful Internal Audit – Post Lockdown
Role and position of Internal Audit function in an organization is going to witness major changes post Covid 19 as its working environment and expectations are likely to change significantly. This article is intended to highlight the ways internal audit can upgrade itself to effectively add value across the organization and maximize its influence on the company in a sustained manner. There is an attempt to outline key change drivers which the organizations must focus to prepare themselves for tomorrow.