The Role of SOX Act in Enhancing the Internal Control Systems of Kurdistan Banks

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (3/4) ◽  
pp. 175-190
Author(s):  
Mark Lehrer ◽  
Lydia Segal

PurposeThe paper explores the nature and facilitating conditions of “stewardship organizations,” that is, organizations in which stewardship behavior rather than principal–agent behavior defines the operative principles of management.Design/methodology/approachThe paper falls into two parts: the first part of the analysis develops a theory of the stewardship organization, and the second part develops a contingency framework concerning the feasibility of stewardship organizations.FindingsStewardship organizations are characterized by three interlocking traits: (1) the overall mission of the organization, (2) the organization's internal control systems and (3) the “motivational environment” of the stewardship organization. Since stewardship organizations cannot be identified on the basis of stated mission alone, it is necessary to determine whether the mission involves a higher calling that has been internalized by organizational members to the point of constituting a vital part of how the organization runs on a day-to-day basis.Practical implicationsOne key role of leadership in such organizations is to manage mission drift and to reduce the ambiguity of the mission and organization goals.Social implicationsLitmus tests are proposed for identifying an authentic stewardship organization in contradistinction to those whose socially minded values are ancillary or a marketing ploy.Originality/valueThis is the first systematic attempt to characterize the stewardship organization. After providing three specific examples of such organizations, the contribution identifies key markers of bona fide stewardship organizations.


Author(s):  
Shahzod Khamrakulovich Nabiev ◽  
Elena Alekseevna Fedchenko

This article analyzes methodological approaches to the construction of internal control systems, evaluates the role of individual components and forms recommendations for improving the efficiency of the functioning of internal control subjects, both universal and those that find practical application in the activities of state institutions, whose organizational mechanisms need significant transformation, which is based on an effective internal control system that allows not only to quickly identify violations and shortcomings, but also to apply timely measures aimed at minimizing their negative consequences.


2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. p1
Author(s):  
Victor W Gaines DBA ◽  
Karina Kasztelnik Ph.D

Whether it is the private sector or public sector, it is important for auditors to have an adequate framework when evaluating internal control systems governance. One of the most widely used frameworks used by audit practitioners is the COSO Internal Control-Integrated Framework Governance. As auditors examine different global frameworks, one can quickly identify the importance the COSO Internal Control-Integrated Framework Governance has on evaluating internal control systems globally. As audit practitioners, it is essential  to have a universal framework that can systematically assist in evaluating an internal control system. As auditors and management look toward the future, whether it is private or public sector auditing, they can-will see the fingerprints of the COSO Internal Control-Integrated Framework Governance in evaluating future internal control systems throughout the world. This article are helpful to both the pravite sector management and policymakers.


Author(s):  
Okeke, Stella Ehis ◽  
Offor, Stephanie Ifunanya ◽  
Chukwunwike, Onyekachi David

The issue of fraud and professional misconduct is a challenge to many organizations. However, the small-scale and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) are more vulnerable. This study evaluates the role of internal control in the reduction of fraud and professional misconduct among SMEs in the Enugu metropolis. This study adopted survey research design. The research made the following major findings: that internal controls are put in place by SMEs, that internal controls are adhered to in SMEs, and that the internal controls implemented are effective in curbing fraud and professional misconduct in SMEs. Hence, the research recommend that owners and managers of SMEs should evaluate existing internal control systems and continue to implement good internal controls and ensure that proper financial records are kept and statements are prepared periodically, and small-scale enterprises that do not have internal controls should establish such and implement them to curb fraud and professional misconduct and thereby improve efficiency of operations.


Author(s):  
Maksym Dubyna ◽  
Iryna Serediuk ◽  
Natalia Bilous

Within the article, the role of cyber insurance in the development of risk management systems of banking institutions is researched, namely, the essence of this system is specified, conditions of cyber risks and their potential for threats to banking institutions are identified. Considerable attention is paid to the analysis of the consequences and actions of cyber attacks in the activities of these institutions, the essence of cyber insurance as a method of minimizing losses from such influences is studied, peculiarities of providing cyber risk insurance services by insurance companies to commercial banks are specified. In addition, current trends as for the costs of organizations to take measures to ensure their own cybersecurity and purchase of appropriate insurance products are revealed, measures to improve security of banking institutions based on improving their internal control systems and financial security are specified.


Author(s):  
Bakhytgul Khambar ◽  
Bakhytgul Chereyeva

This paper examines privatization as one of the effective tools for increasing the share of the private sector in the economy. The authors analyzed the progress of the second wave of privatization in Kazakhstan, as well as the advantages and risks of privatization. On the basis of the analysis, it was concluded that the privatization process also affects the improvement of the activities of private companies. The authors note that for many companies, even preparation for sale contributes to optimization, development of management and internal control systems, analysis of the internal and external environment. At the same time, in connection with the current pandemic crisis, the authors propose to revise the measures related to privatization and postpone it for at least 2 years.


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