New IA IA Clinic March 30, 2013
Definition of Internal Auditing Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes
Accounting and external auditing were major mechanism Internal auditing was developed as a separate specialism task of accountant Focus on financial transactions (Tick and Mark) Thousands of transactions Report to finance director/ manager Early stage...
The Institute of Internal Auditors was founded in 1941in New York Created the systematic body of knowledge (framework) Expanded to system- based audit Review of Input, Process and Output Still financially focus Recent history
Risk -based audit Focus on what really matters Control assurance framework Risk Management Corporate Governance Consultancy At present
International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) • Attribute Standards • Performance Standards • Implementation Standards Code of Ethics • Integrity • Objectivity • Confidentiality • Competency International Standards
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certification in Control Self-assessment (CCSA) Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA) …..and more Certificates
Various types of Internal Audit In house teams Outsource Partnership of both
Types of Auditing Financial Auditing Operational or Performance Auditing Compliance Auditing Management Auditing Information Technology Auditing Special Auditing Integrated audit
การเตรียมการตรวจสอบ แผนการ ตรวจสอบ แผนการ ปฏิบัติงาน ตรวจสอบ หารือ หน่วยรับตรวจ รายงานผล การตรวจสอบ ติดตามผล การตรวจสอบ ผลการประเมินความเสี่ยง ข้อตรวจพบ Internal Audit Process Preliminary Survey
Formal Process of work Plan Prepare Document Evaluate Controls Test Controls Field work – substantive test Report Follow up
Scope of audit work Reliable and Completeness of Financial Information Working systems which have impacts on performance, policy, strategy and legal issues Asset Management Effectiveness, Efficiency and Economy Compliance with laws and regulations
Benefits of being IA Challenging Exciting Meet lots of people Improve your communication and personal skills Best training ground for being top manager
Because… It’s not just about finance!!! All aspects of the organization Everyday is different Meet people well above your own status They respect your opinion Know more about your organization
But it’s also… Need professional skills Confidential Hard work Thought provoking Stressful Re-active Time consuming
17 Competencies needed for internal auditors Inherent Personal Qualities Integrity Passion Work ethic Curiosity Creativity Initiative Flexibility
18 Knowledge and Skills Expertise in more than one area Technology Communication Analytical Thinking
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