Understanding the Revised Going Concern Standard (New SAS 132)
Description
In January 2017, the AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board (ASB) approved the issuance of Statement on Auditing Standards No. 132, The Auditor’s Consideration of an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern. Hear from an industry expert as this new SAS will be effective for audits of financial statements for periods ending on or after December 15, 2017 and for reviews of interim financial information for interim periods beginning after fiscal years ending on or after December 15, 2017.
Learning Objectives
This webcast will include: - An overview of the new SAS - Discussion of the auditor’s responsibilities relating to: a. Obtaining audit evidence and concluding on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting b. Concluding, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether substantial doubt exists c. Evaluating the adequacy of disclosures regarding the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern – Discussion of the new application guidance regarding the auditor’s consideration of third-party support and support letters
Provider
AICPA
Course Level
Intermediate
Professional Area of Focus
Accounting & Auditing
CPE Field of Study
Auditing
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Instructor(s)
Steven Morrison
Prerequisites
Some knowledge of the existing Going Concern standard