Auditor's Opinion Presented in the Audit Report

directors, as well as the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.”

- Auditor's opinion on audited financial statements: The audit report must state the auditor's opinion on the audited financial statements in two aspects: The truthfulness and reasonableness of the material aspects of the information presented in the financial statements and compliance with current (or accepted) accounting standards and regimes, as well as compliance with legal regulations related to the operations of the audited unit.

- Place and time of preparation of audit report on financial statements: The audit report must clearly state the date, month, and year of completion of the entire audit work. This information allows users of financial statements to know that the auditor has considered events (if any) affecting the financial statements from the end of the fiscal year until the date of signing the audit report.

The audit report must also clearly state the location (province, city) of the company or branch of the auditing company responsible for issuing the audit report on the financial statements.

The date of signing the audit report on the financial statements must not be recorded before the date the Director (or head) of the unit signs the financial statements. In case the financial statements are adjusted and re-prepared during the audit process, the date of signing the audit report on the financial statements is allowed to be recorded on the same day as the date of signing the financial statements.

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- Signature and seal: The audit report must have the signature and full name of the auditor responsible for the audit, and must also have the signature and full name of the Director (or authorized person) of the auditing company responsible for issuing the audit report on the financial statements. At the same time, the signature of the Director (or authorized person) must bear the seal of the company or branch responsible for issuing the audit report on the financial statements.

The pages of the audit report and the audited financial statements must be sealed. In accordance with international practice, the Director (or authorized person) is allowed to sign with the name of the auditing company instead of his/her own name and affix the seal of the auditing company.

Auditor's Opinion Presented in the Audit Report

In case two or more auditing companies conduct an audit, the audit report on the financial statements must be signed by the Directors (or authorized persons) of all auditing companies in accordance with proper procedures.

The language presented in the audit report on financial statements is the official language of the country (Vietnamese), and can also be prepared in another foreign language agreed upon in the audit contract (if any).

1.5.3. Auditor's opinion presented in the Audit Report

1.5.3.1. Opinion of full acceptance

This opinion is expressed when the auditor and the audit firm believe that the financial statements fairly and fairly reflect the financial situation, business results and cash flows of the audited entity, in accordance with current (or accepted) accounting standards and regimes. An unqualified opinion also implies that all changes in accounting principles and their impacts have been fully considered, evaluated and disclosed by the entity in the explanatory notes to the financial statements. An unqualified opinion does not mean that the audited financial statements are completely correct, but that there may be errors, which are not material.

Example of a unanimous consent opinion:

“In our opinion, the financial statements have reflected fairly and fairly in all material respects the financial position of Company A as at December 31, N, as well as the business results and cash flows in the fiscal year ended December 31, N, in accordance with current Vietnamese accounting standards and regimes.”

1.5.3.2. Partial acceptance opinion

This opinion is expressed when the auditor and the auditing company believe that the financial statements only reflect fairly and fairly in all material aspects the financial situation, business results, and cash flows, if not affected by dependent factors or exceptional factors that the auditor has stated in the audit report on the financial statements.

A contingent factor is a material but uncertain factor, such as a matter related to the entity's going concern assumption or the possibility that revenue will not be recognized, which will affect the entity's results of operations. The auditor's contingent opinion usually relates to future events that are beyond the control of the entity and the auditor. Providing a contingent opinion allows the auditor to fulfill his audit responsibility but also reminds the financial statement readers that they should continue to monitor the possibility that these events may occur.

Examples of dependent opinions:

“In our opinion, the financial statements have reflected fairly and fairly in all material respects the financial situation of Company A as at December 31, N, as well as the business results and cash flows in the fiscal year ended on December 31, N, in accordance with current Vietnamese accounting standards and regimes, subject to:

- Revenue of 35,000,000 VND is accepted:

- The expenditure of 20,000,000 VND was approved by the board of directors".

A qualified opinion is also used when there is an exception due to limited audit scope or the auditor and the audit firm disagree with the management of the audited entity in selecting and applying accounting standards and regimes, or the inconsistency of information presented in the financial statements and notes to the financial statements.

The exception factor is also used when there is a disagreement between the auditor and the audited entity's manager on some important items, however, their impact is not to the extent of materially distorting the overall financial statements. For example, "... On December 31, N, the company lent a large sum of VND 300,000,000, and as of December 31, N, the debt confirmation procedure has not been completed. This needs to be clearly stated in the financial statement explanatory section... In our opinion, except for the impact (if any) of the omission of the above explanatory section, the financial statements have honestly and reasonably reflected all material aspects...".

1.5.3.3. Disclaimer of opinion (unable to express an opinion on the audited financial statements)

This type of opinion is expressed when the consequences of the limitation on audit scope are so serious or the lack of information relating to a large number of items that the auditor is unable to obtain sufficient and appropriate evidence to base conclusions on the truthfulness and reasonableness of the information presented in the financial statements.

Example of a rejection:

“…Due to limitations on the part of the unit, we were unable to verify all revenue, as well as not receiving sufficient confirmations of receivables from customers and because of the materiality of these events, we decline to express our opinion on the unit's financial statements”.

1.5.3.4. Disapproval (opposite opinion)

This opinion is given when there is a serious disagreement between the auditor and the management of the audited unit on the choice of accounting standards and regimes related to a large number of items leading to a material misstatement of the financial statements as a whole. In this case, the qualified opinion does not fully reflect the nature and magnitude of the material misstatements, so the auditor must use an unqualified opinion.

Examples of unacceptable comments:

“…In the financial report, the value of fixed assets is 800,000,000 VND; the loan to Company B is 70,000,000 VND which is not reflected in the accounting books and there are no accounting documents to verify…

In our opinion, because of the material effects of the matters described above, the financial statements do not present fairly, in all material respects…”.

1.5.4. Consider events after the date of signing the audit report

After the date of signing the audit report, in terms of form, the auditor does not have any responsibility to continue reviewing. However, in reality, after the date of signing the audit report, events may arise that have a material impact on the financial statements of the audited entity. For example, the enterprise loses a lawsuit and must pay compensation, the receivables are not collected for a large amount, new details are discovered about the value of an asset owned by the entity, signs of bankruptcy, etc. In this case, the auditor will have to consider each situation specifically and have appropriate handling measures.

For events that occur after the date of signing the audit report but before the date of issuance of the entity's financial statements. In this case, the entity's management is responsible for notifying the auditor of the events that occurred. If these events have a material impact on the financial statements, the auditor considers performing additional control procedures to reissue the audit report and discusses with the entity's management the possibility of amending the financial statements. Depending on the audited entity's actions to accept or not to amend the financial statements, the auditor will issue the audit report with an appropriate opinion.

For events occurring after the financial statements have been issued: Although the auditor is not responsible for the financial statements that have been issued, if the auditor discovers events that have a material impact on the audited financial statements, the auditor may still consider reissuing the audit report. At the same time, the auditor needs to discuss with the audited entity the possibility of reissuing the financial statements. If the entity agrees to the adjustment, the auditor will perform additional audit procedures to reissue the audit report. Conversely, the auditor must notify the highest responsible person at the entity of the actions that the auditor will take according to law to prevent the use of a published financial statement containing undetected material misstatements.

In addition to the above cases, if the events occurring do not have a material impact on the audited financial statements and the auditor's opinion, the financial statements and audit reports will still be issued normally.

REVIEW QUESTIONS

Question 1. Describe the content of auditing methods in financial auditing?

Question 2. Describe the objectives of financial auditing?

Question 3. Describe the content of audit plan development?

Question 4. Please indicate whether the following statement is true or false and briefly explain:

a. The characteristics of audit objects are different, so auditors must develop flexible audit programs suitable for each specific audit?

b. Are tests of controls performed before the auditor makes an initial assessment of control risk?

c. Substantive tests in an audit program are generally designed to focus on examining the financial statements?

d. Auditing is a highly competitive profession, so independent auditing firms are eager to receive new clients and any client who invites an audit is accepted for an audit?

e. If the predecessor auditor refuses to answer the predecessor auditor's questions, should the successor auditor immediately abandon the audit?

f. Usually the cost of the first audit is always higher than the subsequent audits?

g. Coordination of audit procedures during the audit process is essential based on the auditor's assessment results and experience.

h. An auditor believes that “Auditors should perform detailed tests on all account balances presented in the financial statements even if the auditor assesses inherent and control risks as low”.

CHAPTER 2. AUDIT OF SALES - COLLECTION CYCLE

2.1. Sales - collection cycle with auditing issues

2.1.1. The nature of the sales - collection cycle

Sales - collection of money (consumption) is the process of transferring ownership of goods through

the process of exchanging goods and money (between an auditee and their customer ) . In this sense , this process is initiated from a customer 's purchase request ( order ) .

goods, box

purchase agreement ... ) and ends with

convert goods into money

In this case , the contract price and the deposit are determined according to their economic nature .

goods are assets or services that have value and can be sold; money

means of transport

new payment

payment transaction relationship

handle

from time to time . However, the boundary between selling ( spending ) and collecting (receiving) money is institutionalized .

in different periods and for different relative positions . For example , the range

because the goods are available or

not including land , labor , etc. are optional

in the office

sweat

in each period ; or

opening

money can also be collected

money

You can hand it over or transfer it to your friend 's account , but you can also pay for it yourself .

case

The customer has accepted .

pay etc. Therefore

, in auditing must be considered

into legal documents to consider the boundaries of the above audit subjects.

Selling is a process of mutual purpose and realization .

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This purpose is very diverse. For example, in the form of exchange and payment of money.

front

continue on or

bank transfer , delivery sales

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sell on credit , sell by consignment , according to

customer request and customer acceptance

(after checking the quality of the eel)

g and

number of eels

( buy the goods and pay later )….

According to the specific order of the exchange process , the goods produced and the services completed are

can be sold directly to consumers either wholesale or retail .

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through wholesale , sales through agents ... With each of these methods, the process

of the sales process

different, delivery and payment procedures are also different

different organizations , accounting and control work are also different . Therefore , the content and method

The specific audit procedures are different . To show

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as a general principle

In this context , the following audit topics , content and methods will be discussed .

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as the most general issues on the basis of the activities of a typical company of the owner

Sales - collection process is wholesale company .

2.1.2. Basic functions of the sales - collection cycle

With the above nature and form of expression, the sales - collection process can be specified into functions with corresponding work steps such as : reviewing needs and deciding on consumption, reviewing customers' ability and deciding on credit sales, etc.

transport and load goods , prepare sales invoices , record sales , record accounts receivable

collect and collect money. Every step of the work

The above includes many professions.

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Demonstrate with corresponding documents . Understand the functions and documents .

Only through their circulation can correct decisions be made in

audit . Of course, each type of business , its structure , functions and documents

As with all banking services , each has its own unique characteristics and requires specific requirements .

in every life

audit . Usually , with a

number of businesses

, as shown

specific to each function and division

multitasking

The measuring function is different .

In general, the sales - collection process includes the following main functions : processing customer orders ; approving credit sales ; transferring goods ; sending invoices .

payment to buyers and clear sales transactions ; processing and recording of receivables ;

processing and recording sales returns and allowances; assessing and writing off uncollectible receivables; making allowances for bad debts.

- Order processing

Buyer's order : Buyer's order can be a

goods, is a purchase requisition, is a request by mail, fax, phone

talk and then cooperate

contract for purchase and sale of goods and services...

Legally , it is a matter of

seven factors are ready to buy

goods under certain conditions. Therefore , this can be considered as the starting point of the whole cycle . On this legal basis , the seller can consider to make a decision .

Check the sales invoice and make a sales invoice .

- Credit approval : by the seller associated with the collection of money in the same declaration

seal

"consumption"

should immediately agree

Initially, after deciding, you need to consider and

your decision

one

part or

entire lot . This decision can be made simultaneously .

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on the box

economic community as one

condition

got

agreement

in relationship

buy in box

However, in many companies, correct recording of credit sales is progress.

on sales orders prior to shipment of goods by a person knowledgeable in

financial and customer review.

car can be approved

specific calculation on

profit

Both parties agree to encourage the buyer to pay quickly through a rate

Different discounts according to payment terms. In fact, there are also businesses that give up

through this function and people

I am a hard and poor person .

loss of revenue due to loss of customers

solvency or otherwise .

deliberately not paying due to negligence in the negotiation process

- Transfer of goods : is the function following the function of sales approval. In the narrow sense of the concept of "consumption", transporting goods to the buyer is the starting point.

of the cycle (special)

known to wholesale companies ) is often the acceptance point

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sales ledger . At the time of delivery , a shipping document is also prepared .

Commercial invoice

transfer or fingerprint

single. Large companies, have

cast

frequent changes in profession

commercial law

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shipping documents. On the other hand , customs authorities often stipulate: when transporting

The delivery of goods must have a sales invoice . In this case the sales invoice

must be made at the same time as the bill of lading or function as a shipping document.

- Send the application form

for buyers and sellers

sales : invoice

Sales is a clear indication of conflict .

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commodity price , including price

original goods , maintenance costs

shipping, insurance and other factors according to VAT law

increase. The invoice is made in 3 copies: the first copy is sent to the customer , the other copies are

after

save and record and track payment . Thus, the invoice is both a method

Inform customers of the amount and payment terms of each transaction, as well as serve as a basis for recording sales journals and tracking accounts receivable.

The sales journal is a book of records .

enter

business transactions , revenue journals

combine

a wide range of products and classify them according to appropriate criteria .

- Processing and recording of cash receipts : After performing sales functions

goods and services accounting records of enterprises

this is a medical necessity

porch

continue with the payment function

both under normal and abnormal conditions. In every

case

all need

processing and recording of routine sales transactions . In this process ,

Particular attention should be paid to the possibility of omission or concealment of receipts, especially cash receipts.

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- Process and record returned goods


and discounts : deductions

Revenue occurs when the buyer is not satisfied with the goods . In that case , the seller has

nucleus

goods or

discount . Case

this must be done

memo board or

have a letter

There is a sales invoice or invoice proving the deduction of receivables . On the basis of

Fill in the measurements and record them in the notebook .

Record returns and allowances and concurrent discounts

- Review and write off of uncollectible receivables : there may be cases

match

Buyer refused

payment or

unable to pay . After

If the assessment finds that the loss is " unforeseeable " , it is necessary to consider writing off that receivable .

- Provision for bad debts : yes

set up

with sufficient requirements to cover all consumption items

This provision is not likely to be collected in the future. However, in many companies, this provision is the balance left by management 's year - end adjustment for discounts on

uncollectible account

2.1.2. Objectives of auditing the sales - collection cycle

Auditing of accounts receivable is a specific part of auditing at the branch .

So, infection

The audit of accounts receivable and payable is the implementation of the functions

audit through

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Use all auditing methods but with special considerations .

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of this section through the steps in the audit process.

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