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Purpose of Auditing: Auditing aims to enhance the reliability of financial
statements, ensuring stakeholders can make informed economic decisions based on accurate information.
2. Qualities of an Auditor: An auditor must be independent, objective, and possess
professional competence, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
3. Audit Planning: This phase involves understanding the client’s business,
identifying risks, and developing an audit strategy to efficiently allocate resources and address critical areas.
4. Materiality in Auditing: Auditors consider materiality to determine the significance
of errors or omissions in financial statements and whether they could influence decision-making.
5. Internal vs. External Auditing: Internal auditors focus on improving internal
controls and processes within the organization, while external auditors provide an independent opinion on the financial statements for external stakeholders.