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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 »

What is the difference between statutory and non-statutory audit?

Statutory and non-Statutory Audit Statutory audit and non-statutory audit are two types of audits that serve different purposes. A statutory audits is a legally required audit that is performed to ensure that a company’s financial statements are accurate and comply with applicable accounting standards and laws. This type of audit is typically conduct by an… Read More »

What is the objective of tax audit?

Tax Audit   Tax audit is a process mandatory by the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961, designed to verify the accuracy of an individual or business’s financial records and tax returns. It is an examination of income and tax deductions to ensure that taxpayers comply with applicable tax laws. The tax audit serves as a… Read More »

What is an external audit?

 An External Audit An external audit, also referred to as an independent audit or statutory audit, involves an impartial auditor examining a company’s financial statements and accounting records. The main objective of this audit is to provide assurance to the stakeholders of the company, including shareholders, creditors, and investors. It verifies that the financial statements… Read More »

What is the difference between Statutory Audit and Cost Audit?

Statutory Audit Vs Cost Audit    Statutory Audit and Cost Audit are two distinct types of financial audits with different purposes and legal requirements. Statutories audit are a mandatory audit conducted in accordance with the law for all companies in India. Its objective is to verify that a company’s financial statements provide a true and… Read More »

What is the difference between a cost audit and an internal audit?

Difference between a cost audit and an internal audit Cost audit and internal audit are two different types of audits that serve different purposes. Cost audit is a type of audit that focuses on verifying the cost accounting records of a company to ensure compliance with cost accounting standards and other regulatory requirements. The main… Read More »