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ENTERPRISE RISK ASSESSMENT
A risk
assessment is the basis for an effective, internal audit
strategy. It aims to anticipate where problems might
occur, how likely they are to happen, and how company
leaders can avoid, accept, share or transfer these
risks. A well thought out strategy not only helps
companies prioritize their internal audit efforts, but
can also save money, avoid setbacks and help identity
compliance needs for governmental regulations and laws.
The H.F.C Advisors methodology is base on the Committee
of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) framework. This
voluntary, private sector organization is dedicated to
improving the quality of financial reporting through
business ethics, effective internal controls and
corporate governance.
When
Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 was
implemented, the majority of public companies expanded
their use of formal risk assessments. However,
Sarbanes-Oxley applied only to public companies. Now,
the AICPA's Auditing Standards Board (ASB) has issued
eight statements on Auditing Standards (SAS) that are
referred to as "risk assessment standards" which relate
to public, as well as private companies, consequently,
this additional focus on risk for external auditors has
in turn resulted in increased attention from company
management. We are available to help develop a risk
assessment that will greatly enhance your internal
strategy and contribute value to your organization.
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