Question 1c i
Marking Guide
(c) (i) Implications for audit planning
Up to 1½ marks for each point of discussion/appropriate action:
– Limitation in scope imposed by finance director, not in accordance with agreeing the terms of an audit engagement
– Discuss with audit committee, who should intervene to remove the limitation
– Finance director lacks integrity, increase application of professional scepticism and increased audit risk
– Consider required response when an instance of non-compliance is suspected and the reporting responsibilities of the auditor
Maximum marks 5