Auditing for Waste in a Government Entity
Author: Robert K Minniti
| CPE Credit: |
2 hours for CPAs |
Government auditing standards require auditors to consider the possibility of waste in a government entity when conducting a government audit. This must be considered in all phases of the audit, including planning and testing. This course is designed to familiarize the participants with risks and procedures for detecting waste in government entities.
Publication Date: February 2022
Designed For
CPAs, CMAs, CGMAs, internal auditors, CIAs, external auditors, managers, CFOs and others responsible for internal controls.
Topics Covered
- A Review of the Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
- Fraud Examples
- Government Audit Planning
- Requirements for considering waste in an audit plan
- Audit procedures for waste in a government entity
- Data Analysis Examples
- Reporting Waste
- Risks and procedures for detecting waste in government entities
- COVID-19 Audit Considerations
Learning Objectives
- Identify procedures for auditing for waste, including fraud
- Identify audit procedures for waste in a government entity
- Recognize which type of sampling gives all items an equal chance of being selected
- Recognize the correct formula for the audit risk model
- Identify increased risks for fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Describe what waste includes
Level
Basic
Instructional Method
Self-Study
NASBA Field of Study
Auditing (Governmental) (2 hours)
Program Prerequisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
