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    2. Recording

About this course

  • $136.00
  • 1.5 PD hours
  • February 8, 2024

Course description

There are areas that practitioners may struggle with in performing review engagements. This is because the standards are not well understood or there are challenges in applying them, especially in the context of a less complex entity.

This course will address hot topics in performing a review engagement in accordance with CSRE 2400. This is not a technical course but rather a practical session that focuses on matters of importance including understanding the entity, designing and performing inquiry and analytical procedures, specified procedure requirements, documentation and reporting and communicating.

Through an exploration of the standard, illustrative examples and guidance on practical application you will strengthen your ability to conduct effective and efficient engagements.

Learning objectives

By the end of the session participants will be able to:

  • Implement effective strategies in performing review engagements
  • Develop an efficient approach to understanding accounting records and systems
  • Identify areas where misstatement is likely to arise
  • Appreciate the requirements of inquiry and how to ask better questions
  • Explain and implement the concepts of analytical procedures
  • Appreciate required specified procedures
  • Strengthen documentation in engagement files
  • Identify reporting requirements including emphasis and other matter paragraphs
  • Instructor(s)

    Kirsten Albo

    FCPA, FCA, ICD.D, President of ASK KSA Consulting Inc.

    Kirsten has over 30 years of experience in public practice and uses her knowledge and expertise to provide practical solutions to help firms meet the requirements of being in public practice.

    Kirsten gained her experience in public practice as an assurance partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. She was the partner on many public and private companies operating in a variety of industries. Her clients included Air Canada, Northwest Company and Winpak. Kirsten has a strong technical background and the ability to deal with complex matters. It is this experience she now brings to her clients.

    She has in-depth technical knowledge as she has faced extensive assurance and accounting issues. There are very few issues she has not encountered. And, having been subject to many internal and external file inspections she knows the challenges SMPs can encounter and appreciates where they can save time without sacrificing quality. When resolving issues, Kirsten is known for her practical approach and ability to provide useful advice. She is a good sounding board and helps practitioners address risk and make practical business decisions.