The UniCast Company: A Case Illustrating Internal Auditor Involvement in Consulting

2000 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 635-655 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard W. Houston ◽  
Thomas P. Howard
Keyword(s):  
Internal Audit ◽  
Cash Management ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Business Consulting ◽  
Aggressive Management ◽  
Compliance Testing ◽  
Television Service ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
Impact Of Technology

The UniCast Company, a cable television service company, has experienced rapid growth through a combination of aggressive management and acquisitions (UniCast is a fictionalized version of an actual company). This case requires you to assume the role of a staff auditor in UniCast's internal audit department and complete a review of the company's lockbox arrangements. The case emphasizes internal audit's evolving role from a focus on traditional audit tasks (e.g., account balance evaluation and compliance testing) to also performing business consulting projects with the goal of adding value to the organization. You will consider cash management, internal audit's role, the similarities and differences between external and internal audit, and the potential impact of technology and the Internet on cash management. You also will be required to demonstrate report-writing skills and research skills (e.g., library and Internet).

scholarly journals ENUJU REPOSISI PERAN INTERNAL AUDIT DALAM ERA GLOBALISASI

2007 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hery ,
Keyword(s):  
Success Factors ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Market Growth ◽  
Global Era ◽  
Management Consultant ◽  
International Trading ◽  
A Company

<p class="Style2">In the global era, it iis very important for a company to develop continuously a contemporary mnagement accounting technic that could hel achieve company's success factors (such as pmfitability customer satisfaction, etc). Some factors that generate changes in contemporary business environment are market growth and international trading.</p><p class="Style2">Much changes in the business environment for the past few year, had make the role of internal consultant will be needed in helping management to face and to win the global competitive. It is time for intemal auditor as a management consultant to expad their role, in manner to give strategic information and prime service for management. This role doesn't restrict on internal chekig only. Internal auditor have to perform fully their role and dute as an internal consultant. Internal consultant is highest expression in the role of internal auditor.</p><p class="Style1"><strong><em>Kata Kunci : </em></strong><strong><em>Inte</em></strong><strong><em>4</em></strong><strong><em>nal audit, the global era, re-position of the role.</em></strong></p>

scholarly journals PECULIARITIES OF INTERNAL AUDITOR STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICATION OF INTERNAL WHEN APPLYING ISA

2017 ◽  
pp. 40-44
Author(s):  
V. N. Deynega ◽  
S. V. Kurakova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Control System ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Quality Control System ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Related Services ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Audit Standards

This article examines the objectives, basic principles, the procedure for developing internal audit standards (in audit organizations) when applying ISAs in the practice of the Russian audit. We analyzed the theses of the Federal rules of auditing standards which were used before 2017, and the theses of ISQC 1 «Quality control for firms that perform audits and reviews of financial statements and other assurance and related services engagements» in order to find out the difference between their requirements to internal audit standards. We considered the role of internal audit standards (in an audit organization) when building up the quality control system in consideration with ISQC and defined the basic requirements internal audit standards should meet according to quality control system conception.

scholarly journals Cloud accounting in Jordanian public shareholding companies: The role of internal audit

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (4-1) ◽  
pp. 158-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Osama Abdulmunim
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Knowledge Economy ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Unique Element ◽  
Internal Auditing ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
The Public

This study showed that in the light of knowledge economy and the emergence of the concept of cloud accounting, it was necessary for the Jordanian public shareholding companies, which aspired to leadership, to develop their regulatory tools. These internal audit tools required the internal auditor to possess the unique element of intellectual capital to keep up with the development of the knowledge economy and the data of cloud accounting, the internal auditor must possess the leading qualities that enable him to keep up with these developments and data and do his work efficiently. Therefore, the present study has analyzed the literature on this profession to try to explain the importance of the possession of the internal auditor of the idea of leadership, which is the strength of observation, the critical ability and the sophisticated thinking of interpreting and linking the phenomena and observations in the organization under the application of cloud accounting mechanisms in the public shareholding companies. This study aimed to focus on the Jordanian contributing companies and how it is hoped to create special sectors of internal auditing and cloud computing that apply the methods and strategies of the cloud accounting with focusing on the necessity of these sectors having the innovative auditing thinking.

scholarly journals PERAN AUDITOR INTERNAL DALAM MEWUJUDKAN KEPATUHAN ORGANISASI PERANGKAT DAERAH (OPD) DI BIDANG PENATAUSAHAAN KEUANGAN PADA KANTOR INSPEKTORAT KABUPATEN MINAHASA UTARA

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 527
Author(s):  
Andini Anjali ◽  
Jenny Morasa ◽  
Stanley Kho Walandouw
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Internal Auditors ◽  
The Government ◽  
Financial Administration ◽  
Monitoring Performance

The role of internal audit in this case is that government internal auditors play an important role in the government system, namely as a supervisory function where the internal auditors are given the responsibility of examining, evaluating and carrying out the supervisory function. This study aims to determine the role of the Inspectorate as an internal government auditor in realizing the compliance of Regional Apparatus Organizations (OPD) in the field of financial administration. Data collection techniques using interviews and documentation. Based on the research results, it is known that the Inspectorate of North Minahasa Regency as the government's internal auditor has a very important role in supervising the financial administration sector. This is evidenced by the implementation of the supervisory function in internal audit, namely planning the supervision program, formulating policies and monitoring facilities as well as examining, investigating, testing and evaluating the supervisory duties as well as monitoring performance and finance by the Regional Apparatus Organization (OPD) in North Minahasa Regency. Apart from overseeing and examining the government internal auditors also play a role in detecting fraud.

scholarly journals MODEL PENGUKURAN KUALITAS AUDIT INTERNAL

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 299
Author(s):  
Ida Rosnidah
Keyword(s):  
Audit Quality ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Measurement Model ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Private Companies ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Internal Auditors ◽  
State Enterprises

Internal auditor’s independence is sometimes in doubt. This makes sense because the internal auditor is an integrated part of the organization. As a part of the organization, the internal auditor has a role to audited financial statements, give some suggestions and recommendations that can be used as the basis for making some decisions in the future. The lower of internal auditor’s independence has an impact audit quality, that can make the role of internal auditor degrade. So, the quality of internal auditor still becomes an important issue until  now. The purpose of this study is to establish a measurement model of internal audit quality based on the influencing factors not only independence, but also competence, professionalism and motivation. This study uses primary data by distributing questionnaires spread to 60 internal auditors who work  in  inspectorate, private companies, state enterprises (BUMN) and local government enterprises (BUMD) in Cirebon District and Municipalities. Data analysis method used is single stage multivariate model among variables/pathway analysis. The results show that the competence, independence, professionalism and motivation affect the quality of internal audit either partially or simultaneously, and competence contributes the most to the quality of the internal audit. Thus, this research model can be used to measure the quality of internal audit.

1. Introduction to Employment Law

2020 ◽  
pp. 2-24
Author(s):  
David Cabrelli
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Central Area ◽  
Employment Law ◽  
Labour Law ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
The Law ◽  
Impact Of Technology

This chapter provides an overview of the fundamental goals of this text. It introduces readers to the running case study feature which is used throughout the text to explain concepts and rules of employment law. It then discusses key issues and themes in employment law. It considers whether labour law has a valid claim to be treated as a self-contained discipline and what distinguishes it from other branches of the law. It explores the role of this area of law and the arguments in favour of the introduction and preservation of such laws. It also addresses a central area of controversy, which is whether such laws stifle or stimulate economic growth. The final issue for discussion is the potential impact of technology-driven workplace changes on employment laws, e.g. automation, AI, etc.

An Examination of Internal Auditor Objectivity: In-House versus Outsourcing

2004 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-158 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunita S. Ahlawat ◽  
D. Jordan Lowe
Keyword(s):  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Internal Auditors ◽  
Internal Audit Function ◽  
Big 4 ◽  
Client Advocacy

The internal audit function is evolving from its traditional oversight function to one that includes a wider spectrum of activities that add value to their organizations. In addition, economic pressures have forced many companies to consider outsourcing as an alternative. These ongoing changes have caused some concern regarding the potential lack of objectivity and independence for internal auditors. This exploratory study examines whether outsourcing of the internal audit function is susceptible to client advocacy vis-a`-vis in-house auditing, which itself may be sensitive to an employer advocacy Sixty-six practicing members of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) completed a case study involving a corporate acquisition scenario. Of the 66 participants, 35 were from corporations (in-house), while the remaining 31 were from the Big 4 accounting firms (outsource). Advocacy was manipulated by asking participants to assume the role of internal auditor for either the buyer or the seller of a target division. Result s indicate that significant advocacy existed in the judgments of both in-house and outsource internal auditors. However, the extent of advocacy was less severe in the case of outsource auditors.

The Role of the Internal Audit Function in the Disclosure of Material Weaknesses

2011 ◽  
Vol 86 (1) ◽  
pp. 287-323 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shu Lin ◽  
Mina Pizzini ◽  
Mark Vargus ◽  
Indranil R. Bardhan
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Section 404 ◽  
Material Weakness ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Internal Audit Function ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley ◽  
Material Weaknesses ◽  
Using Data

ABSTRACT: This study investigates the role that a firm’s internal audit function (IAF) plays in the disclosure of material weaknesses reported under Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (U.S. Congress 2002). Using data from 214 firms, we examine the relation between material weakness (MW) disclosures and various IAF attributes and activities. Our results indicate that MW disclosures are negatively associated with the education level of the IAF and the extent to which the IAF incorporates quality assurance techniques into fieldwork, audits activities related to financial reporting, and monitors the remediation of previously identified control problems. The timing of Section 404 work and the nature of follow-up monitoring suggests that these aspects of IAF quality help prevent MWs from occurring. We find that MW disclosures are positively associated with the IAF practice of grading audit engagements and external-internal auditor coordination, suggesting that these activities increase the effectiveness of Section 404 compliance processes.

scholarly journals Role of Internal Auditor in Dealing with Computer Networks Technology - Applied Study in Islamic Banks in Jordan

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 259
Author(s):  
Atallah Ahmad Alhosban ◽  
Mohammed Al-Sharairi
Keyword(s):  
Computer Networks ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Islamic Banks ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Internal Auditors ◽  
Applied Study ◽  
The Impact ◽  
First Time ◽  
Physical Components

The aim of the study was to identify Role of internal auditor in dealing with computer networks technology - Applied study in Islamic banks in Jordan -. The objectives were to identify the role of the computer networks that are installed for the first time in addition to the role of the auditor in the physical components of computer networks and maintenance. The study community consists of internal auditors in Islamic banks or financial institutions, a total of 101 questionnaires were distributed and 89 questionnaires were retrieved for statistical analysis. A single sample test was used to test the hypotheses of the study. The arithmetic mean and the alpha test were used to find the internal consistency rate of the study sample. The most important results of the study: the presence of the impact of computer networks on the internal audit work environment both in the installation of the computer for the first time or provide the physical components of computer networks. The most important recommendations: The need to hold seminars and conferences using technology tools and their effects on the environment of internal auditing or external auditing or accounting environment in general.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KAPABILITAS APARAT PENGAWASAN INTERNAL PEMERINTAH (APIP) MENGGUNAKAN STANDART INTERNAL AUDIT CAPABILITY MODEL (IA-CM) (STUDI KASUS PADA INSPEKTORAT KOTA TEBING TINGGI) PERIODE 2017-2018

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Fahmi
Keyword(s):  
Performance Management ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Internal Auditing ◽  
Internal Auditor ◽  
Level 3 ◽  
Level 2

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis tingkat Kapabilitas Aparat Pengawasan Internal Pemerintah (APIP) pada inspektorat Kota Tebing Tinggi dengan menggunakan standart yang berlaku universal diseluruh dunia yaitu Internal Audit Capability Model (IA-CM) yang di bentuk oleh Auditor Sektor Publik Dunia yaitu The Institude of Internal Auditor, elemen-elemen internal audit yang mempengaruhi ketertinggalan Kapabilitas APIP dan strategi untuk meningkatkan Kapabilitas APIP Inspektorat Kota Tebing Tinggi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian deskriptif. Dalam hal menganalisis data penelitian penulis melakukan teknik pengumpulan data Observasi, dokumentasi dan wawancara. Sedangkan teknik analisi data yang digunakan adalah metode analisis deskriptif. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian berdasarkan penilaian Kapabilitas APIP menggunakan standart Internal Audit Capability Model (IA-CM) menunjukkan bahwa Inspektorat Kota Tebing Tinggi berada pada level 3 dengan catatan perbaikan (Integrated). Dari 6 elemen internal audit sesuai Standart IA-CM, 4 elemen yaitu elemen “Peran dan Layanan APIP (Service and Role of Internal Auditing)”, “Pengelolaan Sumber Daya Manusia (People Management)”, “Budaya dan Hubungan Organisasi (Organization Relationship and Culture)” dan elemen “Struktur Tata Kelola (Governance Structure)” sudah mencapai level 3 sedangkan 2 elemen lain nya yaitu elemen “Paktik Profesional (Profesional Practice)” dan elemen ” Akuntabilitas dan Manajemen Kinerja (Performance Management and Accountability)” masih mencapai level 2. Dari 6 elemen tersebut diketahui elemen yang mempengaruhi ketertinggalan Kapabilitas APIP pada Inspektorat Kota Tebing Tinggi adalah elemen yang masih berada pada level 2

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