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No statutory dues certificate format?

No Statutory Dues Certificate   A “no statutory dues certificate” is a document that confirms the absence of any outstanding statutory obligations or dues owed by an individual or organization. It serves as a declaration that all required statutory payments, such as taxes, fees, penalties, or other financial liabilities, have been duly settled.   While… Read More »

What is internal audit?

Definition of Internal audit: This is a process of evaluating and reviewing an organization’s operations. It is including its internal controls, risk management, financial and accounting systems, and compliance with laws and regulations. The primary objective of internal audit is to provide independent and objective assurance to the organization’s management and stakeholders.  That the organization’s… Read More »

How to check TDS compliance in audit?

Check TDS compliance in Audit Check TDS compliance in audit, To Check TDS compliance in audit, you can follow these steps: Obtain TDS Returns: Request the auditee to provide copies of filed TDS returns (Form 24Q, Form 26Q, etc.) for the relevant assessment years. These returns contain information about the TDS deductions made by the… Read More »

What is audit assurance ?

Audit Assurance Audit assurance: alternatively referred to as audit and assurance services, encompasses the professional offerings furnished by auditors to evaluate and express a viewpoint on the precision, dependability, and adherence to standards of financial statements and other information presented by an entity. The purpose of audit assurance is to provide stakeholders, such as shareholders,… Read More »

What type of assurance does an audit provide?

Type Of Assurance Type Of Assurance, An audit provides reasonable assurance, which is the highest level of assurance that can be provided by auditors. The objective of an audit is to express an opinion on whether the financial statements of an entity are prepared in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework and present a true… Read More »

What is internal audit assurance?

Internal audit assurance Internal audit assurance, involves conducting an impartial and unbiased evaluation of an organization’s internal controls, risk management procedures, and governance structures with the goal of providing a distinctive assessment. It is conducted by an internal audit function or department within the organization. The primary purpose of internal audit assurance is to provide independent… Read More »

Audit Level: What level of assurance does an audit provide ?

Audit Level An audit provides a high level of assurance on the financial statements of an entity. The purpose of an audit is to express an opinion on whether the financial statements are prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework. The auditor collects adequate and relevant audit evidence to… Read More »

Who audits auditors in India?

Auditors in India Auditors in India, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, established in accordance with the Chartered Accountants Act of 1949, assumes the role of the authoritative governing body entrusted with the regulation of the auditing profession in India. Under its jurisdiction, the ICAI oversees and maintains standards, ensuring the proper conduct and… Read More »

16.21 Audit and Assurance: Is assurance is audit?

Audit and Assurance   Audit and Assurance  are related concepts but are not the same thing. Assurance is a broader term that encompasses various activities aimed at providing confidence to stakeholders regarding the reliability, accuracy, and compliance of information. It involves evaluating and expressing an opinion or conclusion on a subject matter, which could be… Read More »

What are the stages of an audit?

Audit Stages  Stages: An audit typically involves several stages, which can vary depending on the size and complexity of the organization being audited. However, the following are the general of an audit: 1.Planning: In this the auditor plans the audit by gaining an understanding of the organization and its business processes, identifying key areas of… Read More »