Financial Accuracy, Legal Compliance, and Adherence to Statutory Standards
Conducted by:
Date
Company
[Your Name]
[Date]
[Your Company Name]
Verification of Financial Statements
Compare the financial statements with the trial balance to identify any discrepancies in reported figures.
Verify the accuracy of account balances by reconciling them with supporting documentation and source records.
Analyze any discrepancies found in the financial statements to understand their nature and impact on the overall financial picture.
Ensure the completeness of data by confirming that all relevant financial information has been included in the statements, leaving no material omissions.
Compliance with Laws
Verify adherence to taxation laws by reviewing tax returns, ensuring accurate reporting, and confirming timely payments.
Check compliance with financial reporting standards, such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), to ensure accurate and transparent financial reporting.
Review compliance with business laws and regulations, confirming that the company operates within the legal framework governing its industry.
Ensure the legal legitimacy of financial transactions by examining contracts, agreements, and supporting documents.
Adherence to Accounting Standards
Ensure the application of appropriate accounting principles by reviewing the financial statements in light of relevant accounting standards.
Review financial disclosures for compliance with accounting standards, ensuring that all required information is properly disclosed.
Verify the proper application of depreciation methods, confirming that assets are recorded accurately and consistently.
Check for consistency in accounting policies across different periods to maintain the integrity and comparability of financial information.