Brink's Modern Internal Auditing

The complete guide to internal auditing for the modern world Brink's Modern Internal Auditing: A Common Body of Knowledge, Eighth Edition covers the fundamental information that you need to make your role as internal auditor effective, efficient, and accurate. Originally written by one of the founders of internal auditing, Vic Brink and now fully updated and revised by internal controls and IT specialist, Robert Moeller, this new edition reflects the latest industry changes and legal revisions. This comprehensive resource has long been—and will continue to be—a critical reference for both new and seasoned internal auditors alike. Through the information provided in this inclusive text, you explore how to maximize your impact on your company by creating higher standards of professional conduct and greater protection against inefficiency, misconduct, illegal activity, and fraud. A key feature of this book is a detailed description of an internal audit Common Body of Knowledge (CBOK), key governance; risk and compliance topics that all internal auditors need to know and understand. There are informative discussions on how to plan and perform internal audits including the information technology (IT) security and control issues that impact all enterprises today. Modern internal auditing is presented as a standard-setting branch of business that elevates professional conduct and protects entities against fraud, misconduct, illegal activity, inefficiency, and other issues that could detract from success. Contribute to your company's productivity and responsible resource allocation through targeted auditing practices Ensure that internal control procedures are in place, are working, and are leveraged as needed to support your company's performance Access fully-updated information regarding the latest changes in the internal audit industry Rely upon a trusted reference for insight into key topics regarding the internal audit field Brink's Modern Internal Auditing: A Common Body of Knowledge, Eighth Editionpresents the comprehensive collection of information that internal auditors rely on to remain effective in their role.

The first edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook received wide acclaim from readers and became established as one of the definitive publications on internal auditing. The second edition was released soon after to reflect the rapid progress of the internal audit profession. There have been a number of significant changes in the practice of internal auditing since publication of the second edition and this revised third edition reflects those changes. The third edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook retains all the detailed material that formed the basis of the second edition and has been updated to reflect the Institute of Internal Auditor’s (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Each chapter has a section on new developments to reflect changes that have occurred over the last few years. The key role of auditors in reviewing corporate governance and risk management is discussed in conjunction with the elevation of the status of the chief audit executive and heightened expectations from boards and audit committees. Another new feature is a series of multi-choice questions that have been developed and included at the end of each chapter. This edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook will prove to be an indispensable reference for both new and experienced auditors, as well as business managers, members of audit committees, control and compliance teams, and all those who may have an interest in promoting corporate governance.

Never out of print since 1997, and substantially updated for this second edition, The Operational Auditing Handbook has earned an international reputation as a hands-on, practical manual for internal auditors and managers to enable them to carry out audits and reviews of a wide range of business activities including: Finance and accounting Sarbanes-Oxley compliance Purchasing Operations and production Marketing and sales Distribution Personnel and management development Research and development Information technology Security Environmental responsibility Subsidiaries and remote operating units The Operational Auditing Handbook clarifies the underlying issues, risks and objectives for a wide range of operations and activities and is a professional companion, with many checklists, for those who design self-assessment and audit programmes of business processes in all sectors. Reflecting the strategic importance of information technology today, this second edition is considerably expanded in this area with leading edge material. Other completely new material includes clear, authoritative guidance on how to achieve effective of governance, risk management and internal control processes.

Have you been asked to perform an information systems audit and don't know where to start? Examine a company's hardware, software, and data organization and processing methods to ensure quality control and security with this easy, practical guide to auditing computer systems–the tools necessary to implement an effective IS audit. In nontechnical language and following the format of an IS audit program, you'll gain insight into new types of security certifications (e.g., TruSecure, CAP SysTrust, CPA WebTrust) as well as the importance of physical security controls, adequate insurance, and digital surveillance systems. Order your copy today!

The most practical, authoritative guide to Federal Government auditing Now in its second edition, Wiley Federal Government Auditing is authored by four CPAs who are partners at Kearney & Company, a CPA firm that specializes in providing auditing, accounting, and information technology services to the Federal Government. This single-source reference provides you with up-to-date information on applicable laws, regulations, and audit standards. Created for both professionals and others performing Federal Government audits, this guide condenses the abundant, complex criteria for Federal Government auditing into concise, accessible topics you'll refer to frequently and presents: An easy-to-navigate format that allows you to find needed information quickly Detailed guidance on what, why, how, and by whom Federal audits should be made Discussion on internal control over Federal financial reporting Recent developments in auditing standards Federal financial statements, budgeting, accounting, and more Coverage of the scope and work required in an audit of Federal departments and agencies Examples of Federal audits Separate chapters devoted to auditing and evaluating Federal IT systems; performance audits; procurement and contract audits; and grant audits Written in a non-technical style and complete with helpful exhibits, this guide is a «go-to» reference for government auditors, Inspectors General, public accountants, military comptrollers, legislators, state and local government auditors, budget offices, financial managers, and financial analysts. The content also applies to contractors and grantees, universities, and other nonprofits and organizations that have repeated financial dealings with the Federal Government.

Master the fundamentals of auditing employee benefit plans in accordance with AICPA standards and ERISA rules and regulations. Written by a member on the expert panel for employee benefit plans, this book is designed to give an understanding of the requirements and audit procedures related to defined contribution, defined benefit, and health and welfare plans to help accountants more effectively plan and carry out their audit. Topics include: FASB ASU 2017-06, which significantly impacted master trust accounting, reporting and disclosures for employee benefit plans PCAOB adopted AS 3101 in 2017 which resulted in significant changes to the existing auditor's report. New insert for SAS No. 136, Forming an Opinion and Reporting on Financial Statements of Employee Benefit Plans Subject to ERISA

In the new age of philanthropy, donors expect charities to be models of accountability and transparency…Internal controls: Guidance for Private, Government, and Nonprofit Entities is a must read for CEOs and CFOs who want to gain a clear understanding of cost-effective ways to implement the controls necessary to protect their organizations. – Elizabeth Myatt, Chief Executive Officer, World Lung Foundation "If you were looking for the silver bullet to understand and audit internal controls, you just found it. This book will prove invaluable in planning the audit internal controls, you just found it. This book will prove invaluable in planning the audit because it specifically covers COSO and the new AICPA risk assessment auditing standards. " – George I. Victor, CPA, Partner in Charge of Quality Control, Holtz Rubenstein Reminick LLP «Author Lyn Graham gives practical, easy-to-understand guidance for documenting internal controls. I recommend this book for both my clients and our staff. It is very useful for auditors and clients alike.» – David E. Adams, CPA, Partner, Geffen Mesher & Company «This book is an essential guide…and provides very practical advice about what to do(and what not to do) in making an investment in internal controls. The author's expensive experience as an audit firm partner and standard-setter are evident in the details provided. I also recommend this book to teaches of auditing and systems, as it provides a useful background to…how internal controls really should work in today's business environment.» – Jean C. Bedard, CPA, PhD, Timothy B. Harbert Professor of Accountancy, Bentley College

Das Standardwerk zu Internal Investigations f?hrt die allgemeinen rechtlichen Grundlagen und Anforderungen an unternehmensinterne Ermittlungen mit praxiserprobten Darstellungen der f?r Wirtschaftsunternehmen aller Branchen relevanten Fachgebiete zusammen. Zahlreiche umfassende gesetzliche ?nderungen, wie z.B. bei der Selbstanzeige, im WpHG oder im Korruptionsstrafrecht, waren einzuarbeiten. Erweitert wurde das Handbuch um Beitr?ge zur Personen?berwachung und den kommunikativen Herausforderungen bei einer Internal Investigations sowie presserechtlichen Vorgaben f?r Compliance-Krisen. Im ersten Teil werden s?mtliche grundlegenden Querschnittsthemen wie gesellschafts- und arbeitsrechtliche Grundlagen, Anforderungen an Art und Umfang einer Internal Investigation – auch grenz?berschreitend – aufbereitet. Einen f?r den Praktiker besonderen Reiz haben Kapitel ?ber die Planung und Organisation der Investigation, die Dokumentenanalyse, die Datenaufbereitung sowie die Mitarbeiterbefragung. Standards setzt das Handbuch auch beim Datenschutz, bei Kronzeugen- und Amnestieprogrammen sowie der Reorganisation eines von der Investigation betroffenen Unternehmens. Darauf aufbauend umfasst der zweite Teil ausf?hrliche Kompendien f?r themenspezifische Aufkl?rungsma?nahmen einschlie?lich materiell-rechtlicher Grundlagen sowie prozessualer Besonderheiten u.a. zu den Themen: Korruption im Vertrieb, steuerrechtliche Verfehlungen, Verm?genssch?digung des Unternehmens durch Mitarbeiter, kartellrechtliche Verfehlungen, Geheimnisverrat und illegaler Know-how-Transfer, Unf?lle und Katastrophen, Kapitalmarktstraftaten, Au?enwirtschafts- und Zolldelikte.

This edition delivers the current Statements on Auditing Standards (SASs) and related interpretations in a codified format, giving auditors the most up-to-date information they need to conduct successful audits and provide high-quality services to their clients. This authoritative guidance, issued directly from the AICPA, is essential to fully understand the requirements associated with an audit. This edition includes the following new standard: SAS No. 133, Auditor Involvement With Exempt Offering Documents This codification is fully indexed and arranged by subject. The codified standards and related interpretations are vital to practitioners performing audits.

This book discusses the fundamental skills, techniques, and tools of auditing, and the characteristics of a good process safety management system. A variety of approaches are given so the reader can select the best methodology for a given audit. This book updates the original CCPS Auditing Guideline project since the implementation of OSHA PSM regulation, and is accompanied by an online download featuring checklists for both the audit program and the audit itself. This package offers a vital resource for process safety and process development personnel, as well as related professionals like insurers.