By the end of this event the participant should:
Be aware of the contents of the IRBA Inspections Report, including:
The findings - focus on recurring quality deficiencies; and
Recommendations.
Be aware of the basic requirements relating to the remedial action process;
Be able to identify similar shortcomings within own practice;
Be aware of actions necessary to pass upcoming IRBA inspections;
Be able to inform audit/ other assurance staff on improvements and quality measures; and
Be able to adapt standardised working papers that address deficiencies identified in the report.
The webinar will cover the following topics:
IRBA Public Inspections Report - Analysis and summary:
Objective.
Background and focus areas.
Overview of inspection results.
Key inspection themes:
Deficiencies found at firm level.
Deficiencies found at engagement level.
Remedial Action Process:
Root cause analysis.
Remedial action plan.
Future outlook: What to expect next?