scholarly journals An Analysis of Revenue Cycle Internal Controls in Ghanaian Universities

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Justice Ray Achoanya Ayam
Keyword(s):  
Internal Control ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Control Effectiveness ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Research Outcome ◽  
University Colleges ◽  
Revenue Cycle

While corporate organisations in recent years have experienced increasing demands for more effective and efficient internal controls aimed at strengthening and enhancing the reliability of financial statement there exist very little empirical studies focusing on the application of the five components of the COSO control framework in Revenue Cycle Internal Controls in Ghanaian University. The study is relevant in increasing the understanding and evaluating internal control effectiveness of Ghanaian Universities. The purpose of this research paper is to assess the level of effectiveness of the Revenue Cycle Internal Control Systems of Universities in Ghana using the Committee of Sponsoring Organisation of the Treadway commission (COSO) control framework in order to provide the basis for streamlining and improving controls in the Universities in Ghana. The study uses primary data collected through a survey instrument from respondents sampled from Universities and University Colleges. The results indicate that all five components of the COSO framework were in place and functioning effectively. The sampled population consist of Ghanaian Universities only, consequently the research outcome may not necessarily represent all Universities in the world. Only selected Universities and University Colleges in Ghana were included in the research, therefore the findings of this study cannot be attributable to all Higher Educational Institutions in Ghana.

Corruption as distinct crime: the need to reconceptualise internal control on controlling bureaucratic occupational fraud

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ach Maulidi ◽  
Jake Ansell
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Financial Statement Fraud ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Occupational Fraud ◽  
Asset Protection ◽  
Control Framework

Purpose The purpose of this study is to provide theoretical guidance that enables local governments to deal with occupational fraud. Design/methodology/approach The quantitative approach is used to examine the efficacy of the Committee of Sponsoring Organisations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) internal control framework in tackling occupational fraud in local government. To achieve the goals, the authors performed a survey of the Indonesian auditor institutions. Findings It is not appropriate to argue that all types of local government fraud can be deterred by a single internal control. The study suggests that COSO internal controls are not effective for dealing with corruption cases. However, the authors do find the efficacy of those controls are obvious for controlling asset misappropriation and financial statement fraud. This result indicates that if the COSO internal control framework is only designed for routine financial control and asset protection, it significantly and negatively influences its efficacy to deal with occupational fraud. This study has both theoretical and managerial implications, discussed separately. Originality/value In the field of prevention, the authors cannot make generalised theories and approaches for dealing with occupational fraud. Whilst previous authors have offered fraud deterrents in terms of internal controls, they have failed to realise the need to understand their effectiveness for particular forms of fraud. This paper sheds light on the effectiveness of internal controls in achieving their goals. This has both practical applications and stimulates theoretical insights.

Shoe Zoo, Inc.: A Practice in Electronic Work Papers, Tick Mark Preparation, and Client Communication through the Audit of Property, Plant, and Equipment

2012 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 1131-1151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Penelope L. Bagley ◽  
Nancy L. Harp
Keyword(s):  
Internal Control ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Learning Objectives ◽  
Graduate Level ◽  
Control Effectiveness ◽  
Analytical Procedures ◽  
Client Communication ◽  
Tick Mark ◽  
Audit Program ◽  
Specific Learning

ABSTRACT In this case, students are required to audit a company's gross property, plant, and equipment and depreciation expense accounts. Students are provided with electronic working papers that include the audit program, as well as documents prepared by the client and select prior year working papers. In order to successfully complete the audit, students will have to obtain explanations and other assistance from the client. The case furthers audit education by illuminating to students how concepts learned in the classroom translate into practice. The case has several specific learning objectives. First, the case familiarizes students with electronic working papers which allows them to practice their Excel skills. Second, the case provides students with an opportunity to audit property, plant, and equipment additions using substantive details testing and to test depreciation expense using substantive analytical procedures. Third, students must consider internal controls and the implications errors have on internal control effectiveness. Fourth, the case helps students improve documentation skills by writing tick mark explanations. Finally, the case provides students practice with professional verbal communications through client interviews. The case is appropriate for an undergraduate audit or a beginning graduate-level audit and assurance class.

Using a Movie to Study the COSO Internal Control Framework: An Instructional Case

2008 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arline Savage ◽  
Carolyn Strand Norman ◽  
Kathryn A. S. Lancaster
Keyword(s):  
Internal Control ◽  
House Of Representatives ◽  
Financial Institution ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Publicly Traded ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Publicly Traded Companies ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Accounting Graduates

Following enactment of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) of 2002 (U.S. House of Representatives 2002), public accounting firms and publicly traded companies are much more focused on internal controls. Accordingly, many accounting graduates will be asked to evaluate, document, and perhaps test the adequacy of an organization's internal control structure. The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations' (COSO 1992) Internal Control—Integrated Framework is the most widely used tool for this purpose. This instructional case, based on the movie, Rogue Trader, gives students the opportunity to see the consequences of lax corporate governance and weak internal controls at the Barings Bank. Students view the movie and then use the COSO framework to critically analyze the collapse of a well-established financial institution.

Sunshine Center: An Instructional Case Evaluating Internal Controls in a Small Organization

2010 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 709-720 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra K. Fleak ◽  
Keith E. Harrison ◽  
Laurie A. Turner
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Fraud Triangle ◽  
For Profit ◽  
Not For Profit ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Internal Control Weaknesses

ABSTRACT: Management and auditors face increased responsibilities to evaluate internal control and assess the risk of fraud. This case provides the opportunity to evaluate internal controls and the possibility of fraud in a very small not-for-profit child care center, a setting that is easy to understand. The first goal of the case is to identify internal control weaknesses by applying the COSO internal control framework in an environment that lacks many aspects of internal control. Interactions among the five components of the COSO framework provide the basis for analyzing internal control. The case requires students to consider possible misappropriation of funds using the fraud triangle. A secondary goal of the case is to introduce financial reporting for a not-for-profit organization as a means of accountability.

scholarly journals PERAN TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI DALAM MENGANTISIPASI KECURANGAN AKUNTANSI (Studi Kasus pada PT Bangkit Berkah)

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-66
Author(s):  
Debi Novalia ◽  
Hidayatul Kahfi ◽  
Rika Lidya
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Accounting Fraud ◽  
General Control ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Role Of Information

ABSTRACTThe aim of this research is to find out the role of information technology of PT Bangkit Berkah. in anticipating occurrences of accounting fraud by focusing on the adequacy of the application of IT Control with the COSO Internal Control Framework. The data used to support this research are primary data obtained from interviews and observations. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with the case study approach. The results of the study showed that information technology implemented by PT Bangkit Berkah. is capable of anticipating occurrences of accounting fraud through both general control and application control. This also supports the reduction of accounting fraud experienced by PT Bangkit Berkah. However, the information system is still unintegrated because the data backup procedure is manually conducted. This deficiency results in several risks and threats for the company in maintaining the principle of data security in risk management.Keywords: Information Technology, Fraud in Accounting, Internal Control Systems. АBSTRАKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peran teknologi informasi PT Bangkit Berkah dalam mengantisipasi kecurangan akuntansi. Penelitian ini berfokus pada kecukupan penerapan teknologi informasi PT Bangkit Berkah dengan IT Control yang telah dipopulerkan oleh COSO. Data yang digunakan untuk mendukung penelitian ini adalah data primer hasil wawancara dan observasi. Penelitian ini mengikuti desain penelitian studi kasus dengan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa teknologi informasi yang diimplementasikan oleh PT Bangkit Berkah dapat mengantisipasi kecurangan akuntansi baik yang dilakukan melalui pengendalian umum (general control) maupun pengendalian aplikasi (application control). Hal tersebut telah mengurangi terjadinya fraud yang telah dialami oleh PT Bangkit Berkah. Namun sebagai kelemahan yang masih ada, PT Bangkit Berkah masih menggunakan sistem yang tidak terintegrasi dan penyimpanan data secara manual. Kekurangan ini menimbulkan beberapa risiko dan ancaman bagi perusahaan dalam mempertahankan prinsip keamanan data dalam manajemen ris

scholarly journals AKUNTABILITAS DAN PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL PADA ORGANISASI NIRLABA (STUDI PADA GBI AMBARAWA)

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 176-192
Author(s):  
Ardhita Pramesti ◽  
Ester Candra Riyandini ◽  
David Adechandra Aschedica Pesudo
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Data Types ◽  
Financial Accountability ◽  
Accountability Practices ◽  
Church Organizations

This study aims to analyze financial accountability practices and internal controls conducted in Church organizations. Accountability practices are divided into 3, namely income, expenditure, and assets and internal control over these three issues. The type of this research is qualitative research. This study uses primary data types through interviews, and secondary data through financial statements. The results of this study indicate that the practice of financial accountability in GBI Organizations. Cipto 3 Ambarawa is sufficient and internal control is relatively loose but does not cause fraud.

scholarly journals Internal Controls For The Revenue Cycle: A Checklist For The Consumer Products Industry

2010 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tim Heinze ◽  
Tim Kizirian ◽  
John (Skip) Lees ◽  
Kent Sandoe
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Distribution Channel ◽  
Consumer Products ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Business Operations ◽  
Economic Climate ◽  
Internal Control System ◽  
Independent Auditors ◽  
Revenue Cycle

In today’s difficult economic climate, business managers must carefully consider all aspects of business operations to minimize waste and increase efficiency.  The revenue cycle continues to be the primary area of fraud and abuse requiring strong, comprehensive internal controls (AICPA 2002).  Internal controls in the revenue arena are now more important than ever. The current paper provides a control review checklist for the revenue cycle that will aid managers and independent auditors in the consumer products industry. The checklist is applicable for firms at various levels of the distribution channel and can be used as a general benchmark to perform preliminary evaluations of a company’s internal control system. Auditors can compare their company’s control objectives with the objectives that are presented. During preliminary investigations of the company’s internal control system, auditors should review whether important control objectives have been omitted and whether the omission incurs or heightens risk. The control review checklist can also be used by CFOs or Controllers in the Consumer Products industry in reviewing whether their company’s internal control systems are adequate.  The checklist provides CFOs or Controllers internal controls that external, independent auditors consider to be important.

scholarly journals Evaluasi Pengendalian Internal Siklus Pendapatan Pada PT X

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 676-686
Author(s):  
Aries Wicaksono
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Revenue Cycle

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of internal control in revenue cycle, to identify weaknesses and limitations of internal control, and to suggest improvements as needed. Research was carried out by using several methods. First, the method of data collection was conducted with internal control questionnaires of revenue cycle, interview, and observation. Second, the method of analysis was performed by using COSO internal control framework. Results obtained are internal control in the revenue cycle applied to the company in general is quite good; and there are ineffective implementation of internal control which can lead to the emergence of risks that could harm the company.

scholarly journals The Adoption of Revenue Internal Control in the Event Organizer Company

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 2633-2637
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Cycle System ◽  
Control Framework ◽  
Potential Risks ◽  
Revenue Cycle ◽  
Observation Results

This research aimed to identify potential risks in revenue cycle and how company manage it, analysis of COSO’s elements implemented in the current company’s internal control and its effectiveness, and suggest improvement as needed based on COSO’s internal control framework. The method of data collection was obtained from interview and observation. Results obtained are internal control in the revenue cycle applied to the company in general is weak, and there is ineffective implementation of internal control which can lead to the possibility of fraudulent act in the company. Hence, as the company’s business keeps growing, it is important to focus more on its revenue cycle system as well as the internal control in order to achieve the most effective and efficient methods in operating the business.

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