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Which of the following engagements is performed under PSRS 4400?

  • Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement. (correct)
  • Compilation Engagement.
  • Audit Engagement.
  • Review Engagement.

In an assertion-based engagement, who is primarily responsible for evaluating or measuring the subject matter?

  • The responsible party. (correct)
  • An independent third-party.
  • The intended users of the information.
  • The practitioner performing the assurance engagement.

What fundamental characteristic distinguishes assurance services from other professional services?

  • The requirement to express an opinion on financial statements.
  • The independence of the practitioner. (correct)
  • The use of specific industry expertise.
  • The focus on providing advice to management.

Under what condition is independence required when a professional accountant provides services?

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What is the main purpose of an assurance engagement?

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Which type of engagement results in the practitioner expressing a limited level of assurance?

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In what form is subject matter information presented in assertion-based engagements?

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What is another term used to describe assertion-based engagements?

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Which characteristic of suitable criteria ensures that the conclusions drawn are free from bias?

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What is the primary goal of relevant criteria in the context of assurance engagements?

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Which type of engagement results in the practitioner expressing a conclusion that provides a level of assurance?

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What characteristic of suitable criteria allows reasonably consistent evaluation or measurement of a subject matter by similarly qualified practitioners?

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Which of the following is an example of a non-assurance engagement?

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What is the key feature of 'completeness' when referring to suitable criteria?

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Which service typically falls under non-assurance engagements?

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What characteristic ensures criteria are clear and not subject to significantly different interpretations?

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What is the overarching goal of assurance engagements conducted by professional accountants?

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In assurance engagements, what effect is achieved when information's quality is improved for decision-making?

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Within the Philippine Framework for Assurance Engagements, what are the two possible levels of assurance that can be provided?

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Which scenario describes a direct reporting engagement?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the required elements of an assurance engagement?

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In a three-party relationship, which party is responsible for measuring or evaluating the subject matter?

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What role do 'suitable criteria' play within an assurance engagement?

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A written assurance report is included in an assurance engagement. What is its purpose?

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Why is the distribution of an agreed-upon procedures engagement report restricted?

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Which type of expertise is primarily utilized in compilation engagements?

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What is the primary objective of a compilation engagement?

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Which of the following is a key difference between an audit engagement and a compilation engagement?

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If an external party, unfamiliar with the scope of an agreed-upon procedures engagement, reviews the report, what risk arises?

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Which statement best describes the role of Philippine Review Engagement Practice Statements (PREPSs)?

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Which of the following statements best distinguishes Philippine Standards on Assurance Engagements (PSAs) from Philippine Standards on Review Engagements (PSREs)?

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What should an accountant not do in a compilation engagement?

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Which type of service does not involve expressing assurance in the report?

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What is the primary focus of tax planning services?

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Which standard is applied to all services falling under the AASC's engagement standards?

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What is the main objective of the Philippine Framework for Assurance Engagements?

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Which of the following services falls under tax compliance?

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Management advisory services primarily focus on:

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In tax planning, the accountant's objective is to:

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Which of the following engagements provides the highest level of assurance?

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Which of the following best describes the level of assurance provided in an audit engagement?

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Assurance engagements aim to provide satisfaction about the reliability of an assertion. Who makes this assertion?

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Which statement best differentiates assurance engagements from non-assurance engagements?

<p>Assurance engagements are covered by the Framework for Assurance Engagements, whereas non-assurance engagements are not. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information, which organization develops assurance engagement standards applicable in the Philippines?

<p>International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of consulting services as described in the content?

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What is the level of assurance in relation to the procedures performed and evidence collected?

<p>The level of assurance is the degree of practitioner satisfaction, and depends on the procedures performed and the evidence collected. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the statement below that correctly describes what the assurance framework provides:

<p>Provides a frame of reference for those who perform assurance engagements. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be determined from the function of the assurance engagement?

<p>The function of the reliability of an assertions being made by one party. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

PSRS 4400

Guidelines for engagements on agreed-upon procedures regarding financial information.

Review Engagements

Limited assurance engagements focused on historical financial information.

Assurance Services

Independent services where a practitioner communicates confidence about evaluations.

Assertion-based Engagements

Evaluations where the responsible party measures subject matter information as an assertion.

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Attestation Engagements

Another name for assertion-based engagements, focused on evaluations of evidence.

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Audit Engagements

An assurance engagement that provides the highest level of confidence regarding financial statements.

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Review vs Compilation Engagements

Review engagements provide assurance, while compilation engagements offer no assurance.

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Independence in Assurance Engagements

The necessity for the practitioner to remain unbiased when performing assurance services.

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Relevance in Auditing

Criteria that assist decision-making by contributing to conclusions.

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Completeness in Criteria

Criteria are sufficient when all relevant factors are included.

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Reliability in Evaluation

Reliable criteria ensure consistent measurement in similar contexts.

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Neutrality in Conclusions

Neutral criteria are free from bias, leading to unbiased conclusions.

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Understandability of Criteria

Understandable criteria contribute to clear and comprehensive conclusions.

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Non-Assurance Engagements

Engagements that do not provide a conclusion offering assurance to users.

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Agreed-upon Procedures

A related service engagement where specific procedures are agreed on beforehand.

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Tax Services in Engagements

Services like tax return preparation with no assurances expressed.

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Direct Reporting Engagements

Engagements where the practitioner evaluates or measures subject matter directly.

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Objective of Assurance Engagements

The goal is to enhance the credibility of information for decision-making.

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Three Party Relationship

Involves a practitioner, responsible party, and intended users in assurance engagements.

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Subject Matter

The specific topic being evaluated or measured in an assurance engagement.

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Suitable Criteria

Set standards against which the subject matter is evaluated.

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Sufficient Appropriate Evidence

Evidence that supports the evaluation's findings and conclusions.

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Written Assurance Report

A report provided at the end of an assurance engagement summarizing findings.

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Levels of Assurance

Engagements can provide a high level (reasonable) or moderate level (limited) of assurance.

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Agreed Upon Procedures Engagement

A report limited to parties that agreed on specific procedures to be performed.

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Misinterpretation Risk

The chance of misunderstanding results due to lack of context on procedures.

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Compilation Engagements

Engagements where accountants compile financial information without providing assurance.

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Accountants' Role in Compilation

Utilizing accounting expertise to summarize financial data in compilation engagements.

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Objective of Compilation Engagements

To collect, classify, and summarize financial information using accounting skills.

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Engagement Limitations

The constraints of the scope and audience in certain audit engagements on procedures.

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Understanding Engagement Types

Different kinds of engagements like audits, reviews, and compilations serve varied purposes.

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Philippine Assurance Standards

Set rules that govern how assurance engagements, including compilations, are conducted in the Philippines.

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Tax Compliance

Preparation of tax returns and representation for clients.

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Tax Planning

Determining tax consequences to minimize liability legally.

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Management Consulting

Advisory services focused on enhancing management effectiveness.

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Philippine Standards on Quality Control (PSQCs)

Guidelines for maintaining quality in assurance services.

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Philippine Framework for Assurance Engagements

Describes elements and objectives for assurance services.

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Philippine Related Services Practice Statements (PRSPSs)

Set of guidelines for related services in the Philippines.

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Historical Financial Information

Financial data reflecting past records without forecasts.

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No Assurance Report

A report stating no confidence in the information's accuracy.

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Professional Advisory Services

Consulting services aimed at improving clients' capabilities and resources.

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Assurance Engagements

Engagements where practitioners assess the reliability of assertions for intended users.

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Reasonable Assurance

A high but not absolute level of assurance that information is free from material misstatement.

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Evidence Collection

The procedures and information gathered by practitioners during assurance engagements.

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IAASB

International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board that develops assurance engagement standards.

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Study Notes

Overview of Audit and Engagement Standards

  • Philippine Standards on Auditing (PSAs) provide a framework for auditing.
  • Overall objectives of the independent auditor and the conduct of an audit are outlined in PAS 200.
  • Engagement to review financial statements is covered by PSRE 2400.
  • Examination of prospective financial information is detailed in PSAE 3400.
  • Agreed-upon procedures engagements are stipulated in PSRS 4400.
  • Compilation engagements are covered by PSRS 4410.

Assurance Services/Engagements

  • Assurance services are independent professional services where a practitioner provides a written conclusion enhancing user confidence in a subject matter against criteria.
  • Independence is required for assurance services.
  • Assurance engagements are engagements where conclusions are drawn to improve user confidence in the evaluation/measurement of a subject matter against established criteria.
  • Objectives of assurance engagements aim to enhance information credibility, improve the likelihood of meeting user needs, and increase user confidence by improving the quality of the information used for decision-making.

Objectives of Assurance Engagements

  • Assurance engagements aim to provide a high level of assurance that the subject matter conforms to suitable criteria or provide moderate assurance that the subject matter is plausible.
  • Reasonable assurance engagements reduce assurance engagement risk to an acceptably low level.
  • Limited assurance engagements reduce assurance engagement risk to an acceptable level, using a negative expression. Reviews are a type of limited assurance engagement for historical financial information.

Types of Assurance Engagements

  • Reasonable assurance engagements provide a high level of assurance.
  • Limited assurance engagements provide a moderate level of assurance.

Elements of Assurance Engagements

  • Assurance engagements require a three-party relationship (practitioner, responsible party, intended users).
  • Appropriate subject matter is necessary.
  • Suitable criteria are required.
  • Sufficient appropriate evidence is needed.
  • A written assurance report is required, matching the level of assurance provided.

Parties Involved in Assurance Engagements

  • Practitioner: A certified public accountant in public practice.
  • Responsible party: Person(s) responsible for the subject matter or assertion.
  • Intended users: Persons or groups for whom the practitioner prepares the assurance report.

Assertion-based and Direct Reporting Engagements

  • Assertion-based engagements involve the responsible party evaluating/measuring the subject matter, with the evaluation's outcome asserted for interested users.
  • Direct reporting engagements involve the practitioner directly evaluating/measuring the subject matter or obtaining a representation from the responsible party.

Non-Assurance Engagements

  • Non-assurance engagements do not express assurance on the reliability of an assertion.
  • Examples include agreed-upon procedures engagements and compilations of financial information.
  • Tax services and consulting engagements are also considered non-assurance engagements.

Agreed-upon Procedures Engagements

  • Agreed-upon procedures engagements involve performing audit-nature procedures as agreed upon by the practitioner, the entity, and any third parties.
  • Reporting is focused on factual findings.

Compilation Engagements

  • Compilation engagements involve accountants using accounting expertise to collect, classify, and summarize financial information.
  • Compilations do not involve testing assertions and do not provide assurance.

Tax Services

  • Tax compliance involves preparing tax returns and representing clients before tax authorities.
  • Tax planning involves determining tax consequences of transactions and suggesting optimal actions.

Management Consulting

  • Management advisory services aim to improve client capabilities and resource utilization.

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