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Financial Audit
C/F/1350. Dissertation. An examination of the way in which international auditing has changed in the Russian Federation
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- 15800
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 159.99 GBP
This dissertation aims to examine the way in which the role of international auditing has changed in the Russian Federation. The study aims to find out the main determining factors of the attitude of the Russian business society towards independent auditing practices, to identify and explore the key causes of the recent scandals between PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Russian monopolist enterprises such as Sakhalin 2, Yukos, Gazprom, Transneft, AvtoVAZ and RusAl, and to provide relevant recommendations that may contribute to the improvement of the situation in Russia. The review of literature focuses on a range of topics including the theoretical grounding of accounting systems and their changes, and the position of the Russian business society towards international audit principles. The study then provides an overview of the operations of the four big auditing firms, Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The paper then provides a range of examples of scandals associated with PwC’s auditing practices in Russia. The paper then presents the methodology and findings are then analysed. Conclusions are made regarding recommendations. This study is accompanied by statistical data.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, international auditing, Russian Federation, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Sakhalin 2, Yukos, Gazprom, Transneft, AvtoVAZ, RusAl, audit principles, audit principles, Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young!,
C/F/1347. Proposal. Assessment of the current situation and development of internal auditing
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- 1850
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 19.99 GBP
This proposal is for a study on the current situation and development of internal auditing. The objectives are to examine the importance of internal control in modern business environment and to assess the challenges faced in achieving reliable control systems and the scope available for betterment. The plan for the review of literature is provided in detail, and this is followed by an identification of the research methodology and overall dissertation structure.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, internal auditing!,
C/F/1345. Audit Failure in Enron Corporation
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- 1600
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the audit failure in Enron Corporation that ended with the company’s collapse examining the roles and responsibility of the auditor Arthur Andersen, discussing prerequisites of the auditors’ objectivity and neutrality, and considering the lessons learnt from the Enron-Andersen scandal.
KEYWORDS: Audit Failure, Enron, Arthur Andersen,
C/F/1331. Auditor Independence and Non Audit Services
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- 1600
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper discusses auditor independence and non audit services, and begins by presenting background information on the subject. The factors that influence the purchase of non audit services is discussed, and this is followed by an examination of different safeguards to auditor independence.
KEYWORDS: Auditor, auditor independence, non audit services!,
C/F/1259. An evaluation of the significance of the IAASB clarity project for UK audits
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- 1150
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper evaluates the significance of the IAASB clarity project for UK audits. The paper aims to identify the different ways in which it provides benefits and limitations for UK audits. Conclusions are made regarding whether the long term benefits outweigh the short term costs.
KEYWORDS: IAASB, clarity projects, UK audits!,
C/F/1225. Ethics vs. Rules in Auditing
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- 2300
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses the conflict of ethics vs. rules in the auditing profession providing an overview of different interpretations of the importance of rules and ethics, discussing the nature of auditor independence, and reviewing the features of a rules-based system and a principles-based system of auditing.
KEYWORDS: ethics vs. rules, auditing,
C/F/1178. Dissertation outline. Examination of the changes in auditing since the financial crisis
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- 950
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 9.99 GBP
This dissertation outline examines the changes in the auditing field since the financial crisis in 2008. The paper outlines the objectives of the study, and follows by outlining the aspects regarding the proposed literature review. The plan for the research methodology is assessed, along with the results and discussion sections.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, auditing, financial crisis, 2008,
C/F/1152. Review of article “Traditional accountants and business professionals: Portraying the accounting profession after Enron” by Carnegie and Napier
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- 1450
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper presents a review of the article “Traditional accountants and business professionals: Portraying the accounting profession after Enron” by G. Carnegie and C. Napier arguing that confidence and respectability is essential for the accounting profession and discussing the image of the modern accountant. The methodology and the findings of the article are critically analysed.
KEYWORDS: Review, Traditional accountants and business professionals, accounting profession after Enron, Carnegie and Napier,
C/F/936. Proposal. Role of independent external auditors in providing reliability of financial reports
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- 2900
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into the role of independent external auditors in providing organisation with reliable financial reporting. Literature is reviewed on the nature of the external auditor highlighting difficulties associated with their role and discussing auditors’ failure in Enron. Conceptual framework of the proposed research is laid out including research design and methodology.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, independent external auditor, financial reports, Enron,
C/F/912. Reliability of Financial Reporting and Auditing
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- 3000
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper examines the role of auditors in providing financial reports. The instruments and institutional structures that ensure reliable accounting and auditing are discussed, ethical issues associated with the auditing profession are addressed, the users of financial reports are identified, the current system of financial reporting is critically evaluated.
KEYWORDS: Financial Reporting, Auditing, accounting,
C/F/909. Flash Memory Inc. Harvard Business School case study
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- 1500
- ADD-ONS:
- Financial Data
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper analyses the Harvard Business School case study ‘Flash Memory, Inc’ by Craig Stephenson and Williams E. F. Ruhan. The paper aims to analyse the financial strategy of the company, to forecast for the next three years. This is achieved through analysis of Net Present Value (NPV) and IRR. The paper prepares financial forecasts, calculates the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), estimates cash flows, and concludes by suggesting alternatives for the company. The paper includes a spreadsheet that contains the data for the financial analyses.
KEYWORDS: Harvard Business School, Flash Memory, Inc, financial strategy, Net present value, IRR, financial forecasts, weighted average cost of capital, WACC, estimates cash flows!,
C/F/870. External Auditing in the Not for Profit Organisation
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- 2250
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines the role of the external auditor and the importance of the role they have in the financial industry. The background of the role is highlighted, and the way in which the role varies in relation to different sectors is discussed. The process of external auditing is evaluated, and is followed by an analysis of external auditing for not for profit organisations. The paper concludes with a summary of all aspects of external auditing that has been covered in the paper.
KEYWORDS: External auditor, auditing, financial industry, not for profit organisations,
C/F/855. Proposal. Auditor liability in the EU and US and how it is represented in law and legislation
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- 2550
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
This proposal aims to present research for a dissertation within the area of auditing. The aim of the research is to identify how attitudes towards auditor liability differ within the EU and the US and how this is represented in law and legislation. The intentions of paper are contextualised in the literature review, to provide a deeper understanding into the topic. The methodology states the research will be approached from an interpretivist way and will be presented through case studies. The data will be collected through secondary literature, questionnaires and interviews. The paper concludes by outlining the ethical issues, time frame and conclusion.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, auditor, liability, EU, US, law, legislation, interpretivist,
C/F/823. Proposal. Auditor Independence in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and UK
- WORDS:
- 710
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into auditors’ independence in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and its comparison with that in the UK. Research aims and objectives are formulated, a brief literature review is presented on the accounting standards used by the GCC countries, the methodology and expected outcomes of the proposed research are outlined.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, Auditor Independence, Gulf Cooperation Council, GCC,
C/F/796. Proposal. Role of Independent External Auditors
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- 560
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into the independence of external auditors to establish whether it ensures the objectivity and reliability of their service. The background, aim and motivation of the research are outlined, proposed methodology is described.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, Independent External Auditors,
C/F/729. Discuss the role and limitations of auditing in enhancing the credibility of financial reporting
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- 920
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 9.99 GBP
The paper examines the contribution of auditing activities to the reliability of financial reports. Advantages of auditing are highlighted discussing the consequences of auditors’ negligent work and using the example of the Enron scandal.
KEYWORDS: Auditing, financial reporting, Enron scandal,
C/F/718. Dissertation Outline. History of Audit Reporting
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- 1000
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the history of audit describing the evolution of auditing since the emergence of human civilization to post-Enron period. A brief overview of related literature and research methodology is provided, the importance of the research is explained.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation Outline, History of Audit Reporting,
C/F/689. Causes and Outcomes of Corporate Accounting Scandals
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- 2200
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the corporate accounting scandals that led to the bankruptcy of WorldCom, Enron and Arthur Andersen describing the background and outcomes of their collapse, and considering the measures to reestablish shareholders’ confidence and increase the independence of auditors.
KEYWORDS: Corporate Accounting Scandals, Enron, WorldCom, Arthur Andersen, independent audit, shareholder confidence,
C/F/688. Following the collapse of WorldCom and Enron and the bankruptcy of Arthur Andersen can we believe in and rely upon an independent audit?
- WORDS:
- 2200
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the corporate accounting scandals that led to the bankruptcy of WorldCom, Enron and Arthur Andersen describing the background and outcomes of their collapse, and considering the measures to reestablish shareholders’ confidence and increase the independence of auditors.
KEYWORDS: Corporate Accounting Scandals, Enron, WorldCom, Arthur Andersen, independent audit, shareholder confidence,
C/F/627. Regulation of Financial Reports
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- 2700
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the UK system of financial reporting highlighting the importance of accuracy in financial reports and discussing the regulation of financial reporting by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC). The effectiveness of the current regulation system is argued identifying problems related to auditors’ performance.
KEYWORDS: Accounting standards, financial reporting, audit, Financial Reporting Council, FRC,
S/F/240. Review of article ‘Litigation Risk and the Financial Reporting Credibility of Big 4 versus Non-Big 4 Audits: Evidence from Anglo-American Countries'
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- 2000
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper reviews the article by Khurana and Raman ‘Litigation Risk and the Financial Reporting Credibility of Big 4 versus Non-Big 4 Audits: Evidence from Anglo-American Countries' arguing whether the Big 4 auditors provide a higher quality audit with regard to auditor litigation exposure and reputation concerns of US companies. The sources, data and findings of the article are critically evaluated.
KEYWORDS: Review, Litigation Risk, financial reporting, Big 4 auditors,
S/F/225. Internal Audit at O.W.Bunkers
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- 2600
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the functions of internal audit offering a case study of the invoicing process in the Denmark-based company O.W.Bunkers. The stages of the process are described and illustrated with flowcharts providing key control evaluations of the sales orders, accounts, payments, etc.
KEYWORDS: Auditing, O.W. Bunkers,
C/F/487. Finance and Growth Strategies
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- 2900
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper answers five questions related to finance and accounting including the calculation of Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and payback of an investment, a perspective on capital budgeting and its role in business, the payback method, the issues of expropriation as a confiscation of private property, the outcomes of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and the added value delivered through M&A.
KEYWORDS: Mergers and acquisitions, M&A, IRR, internal rate of return, NPV, net present value, payback method, capital budgeting, expropriation, confiscation,
C/F/509. Analysis of Revenue Recognition Policy of Thousand Trails Inc
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- 1500
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines annual financial reports of Thousand Trails Inc during the period from 1981 to 1984 looking into the reasons behinds the company's revenue recognition policy that appeared to be overstating its total revenue. Criticism of the company's actions is provided explaining why the company resorted to fraud.
KEYWORDS: Thousand Trails Inc, revenue recognition, GAAP, bad debt, fraud,
C/F/525. Altman's Z score and the Argenti's A score
- WORDS:
- 1600
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the methods of credit scoring used to evaluate the potential of a company failure, i.e. the Altman's Z-score and the Argenti's A-score. Both methods are described and critically examined showing their limitations and explaining their role in business financial information.
KEYWORDS: Credit scoring, Altmans Z-score, Argentis A-score,
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