Corporate Governance and Internal Audit in the Modern 'Downsized' Enterprise

Corporate Governance and Internal Audit in the Modern 'Downsized' Enterprise
Author: Andreas G. Koutoupis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2014
Genre:
ISBN:

The current financial crisis is affecting the entire operations of the modern enterprise. The main objective of this study is to identify and evaluate whether the current trend of downsizing impacts Internal Controls, Internal Auditors and Internal Audit departments. We will evaluate whether 'downsizing' may lead to less compliance with corporate governance best practices, as well as laws and regulations or excessive risk-taking.Also, Internal Audit departments have a multiple role to play in today's downsized organizational environment. Moreover, “reengineered via downsizing” Internal Audit Departments are often tasked with special projects in which they may play a role that requires extensive application of consulting skills and competences. Internal Auditors direction towards economy, effectiveness and efficiency is a valuable input for every company that adopts change management. After analyzing the relevant literature review, we are forming a questionnaire that will be used in our case studies interviews regarding the impact of downsizing on Corporate Governance practices, Internal Controls, Internal Auditors and Internal Audit departments. The potential impact of downsizing will be critically discussed with selected members of the top management (executive and non executive), as well as Chief Audit Executives. Specifically, our research will be based on a case study analysis of five publicly listed enterprises. Three of them are traded in the high capitalization index of the Athens Stock Exchange, while the remaining two are traded in the medium - low capitalization index.

The Essential Guide to Internal Auditing

The Essential Guide to Internal Auditing
Author: K. H. Spencer Pickett
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2011-03-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119973821

The Second Edition of The Essential Guide to Internal Auditing is a condensed version of the Handbook of Internal Auditing, Third Edition. It shows internal auditors and students in the field how to understand the audit context and how this context fits into the wider corporate agenda. The new context is set firmly within the corporate governance, risk management, and internal control arena. The new edition includes expanded coverage on risk management and is updated throughout to reflect the new IIA standards and current practice advisories. It also includes many helpful models, practical guidance and checklists.

Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Controls

Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Controls
Author: Robert R. Moeller
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 403
Release: 2008-03-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780470289921

Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Controls: Effective Auditing with AS5, CobiT, and ITIL is essential reading for professionals facing the obstacle of improving internal controls in their businesses. This timely resource provides at-your-fingertips critical compliance and internal audit best practices for today's world of SOx internal controls. Detailed and practical, this introductory handbook will help you to revitalize your business and drive greater performance.

The Role of Internal Audit in Corporate Governance in Europe

The Role of Internal Audit in Corporate Governance in Europe
Author: European Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditing (ECIIA)
Publisher: Erich Schmidt Verlag GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2007-03-12
Genre: Auditing, Internal
ISBN: 9783503100569

Based on a survey between all national Institutes of Internal Auditing in Europe this book shows a widespread picture of European Corporate Governance activities and Internal Audit: - Specific questions regarding the current involvement of Internal Audit in Corporate Governance aspects; - the State of the art of Internal Audit: position, scope and quality management; - Focal points for improving the role of Internal Audit in Corporate Governance in Europe. All insights of the book are concentrated on European companies and offer European solutions for Internal Auditing. They are empirically founded and written in a clear and direct way for practical use. This is the first work for the European profession of Internal Audit that formulates eight focal points for improving the role of Internal Audit in Corporate Governance in Europe. The book shows how Internal Audit can fundamentally strengthen good Corporate Governance.

Brink's Modern Internal Auditing

Brink's Modern Internal Auditing
Author: Robert R. Moeller
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 792
Release: 2005-01-21
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0471709263

Brink's Modern Internal Auditing, Sixth Edition is a comprehensive resource and reference book on the changing world of internal auditing, including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance issues. * Sixth edition of a very well respectede auditing resource. * Provides an overview of the role and responsibilities of the internal auditor. * Includes discussion of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the impact it has on auditing (particualry concerning controls). * Provides expanded coverage of fraud and business ethics. * Includes guidance on reporting results effectively. * Provides in-depth discussion of internal audit and corporate governance.

Brink's Modern Internal Auditing

Brink's Modern Internal Auditing
Author: Robert R. Moeller
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 832
Release: 2015-12-08
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119180007

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.

#CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Tweet Book01

#CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Tweet Book01
Author: Brad Beckstead
Publisher: Happy About
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2012-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1616990708

CPA Brad Beckstead knows how difficult it can be for small public companies, or newly-public entities, to remain in constant compliance of federal regulation. In his new book, #CORPORATE GOVERNANCE tweet, Brad condenses all his professional experience and expertise into wisdom that a brand new public entity can deploy today. In simple language that even a layman can absorb and appreciate, and using the quick-to-action tweet format, Brad explains what corporate governance means and how it should be effectively implemented for the benefit of the public organization. The reader comes away with a lucid understanding of how corporate governance and effective systems of internal controls should be deployed in order to protect the interests in all parties involved in a public company.

Corporate Governance Post-Sarbanes-Oxley

Corporate Governance Post-Sarbanes-Oxley
Author: Zabihollah Rezaee
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2007-10-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0470107448

Corporate Governance Post Sarbanes-Oxley introduces a corporate governance structure consisting of seven interrelated mechanisms of oversight: managerial, compliance, audit, advisory, assurance, and monitoring. The book begins with a discussion of the new requirements for corporate governance and financial reporting brought about by Sarbanes-Oxley and then shows how a well-balanced functioning of the seven mechanisms produces a responsible corporate governance structure that ensures quality financial reporting and credible audit services. Each chapter includes checklists, real-world case studies, and best practice tips.

Enterprise Resource Planning, Corporate Governance and Internal Auditing

Enterprise Resource Planning, Corporate Governance and Internal Auditing
Author: Hany Elbardan
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Total Pages: 437
Release: 2018-05-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9783319855394

This book investigates how corporate governance is directing the internal audit function (IAF) adaptation as a response to enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. To date, there is insufficient knowledge about the adaptations of the IAF, which are required if it is to maintain its essential role as a governance mechanism. This book extends the reader’s knowledge by exploring and theorising the adaptation of the IAF after ERP introduction and points towards future trends. Adopting an institutional approach, it analyses how the IAF responds to the external governance pressures and the internal pressures of the control logic following the introduction of an ERP system. Featuring data from two listed companies in the food and beverage sector and two large banks operating in Egypt, this volume will be of interest to researchers and academics in the field of financing and ERP systems in particular.

Beyond Coso

Beyond Coso
Author: Steven J. Root
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2000-10-24
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0471391123

The authoritative, practical guide to internal control after COSO(Committee on Sponsoring Organizations of the TreadwayCommission) Beyond COSO unravels the complexities of the COSO Report whileproviding clear-cut guidelines on how to implement the variousinternal controls it mandates. Just as important, it builds on theCOSO framework to provide a more rigorous system that corporateexecutives and directors can use to transform the internal controlfunction into a valuable strategic tool for leveraging corporatestrengths and improving performance. The first practical guide to complying with COSO Report mandates,Beyond COSO: * Clearly explains the intricacies of the COSO Report * Describes proven techniques for complying with COSOrequirements * Provides a detailed account of the internal control oversightprocess * Offers expert recommendations on how to carry out internalcontrol responsibilities more efficiently * Supplies a wealth of ready-to-use internal controldocumentation Beyond COSO is an invaluable working resource for internal andexternal auditors, CFOs, members of audit committees, and corporatedirectors. www.wiley.com/accounting