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Unit 6 Activity 6 - Coggle Diagram
Unit 6 Activity 6
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Application controls
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Processing controls
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- Files labels and version numbers:
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- Matching by the computer:
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Accurate
- Operator manuals and instructions:
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- Physical checking for accuracy by users
- Review & follow up of exception reports
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- Scrutiny by users of processed info for accuracy
- Checking postings by users:
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Completeness
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- Reconciliations of balances and accounts:
- Sequential testing by the computer:
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- Adequate back up procedures:
Output
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- Distribution should be controlled:
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- Terminal located in secure area
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In IT systems, tests of controls and substantive procedures can be performed using audit software that can access the client’s computerised system at high speed. This audit software is referred to as CAATs.
Audit software refers to an auditor’s use of the computer to assist in the performance of audit procedures and the acquisition of audit evidence.
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Possible risk: Developing a self deesigned system could be more costly then buying a pre developed package
System orientated audit software – is used to test computerised controls; and
Data orientated software – is used to assist in the performance of substantive audit procedures to access, retrieve and manipulate data from a computerised information system.