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Articles
1-100 out of 100 article(s)
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Author |
Type |
Date |
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| The state auditor is questioning. |
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Brief article |
Jul 1, 2008 |
187 |
| Accountants Liability Update. |
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May 12, 2008 |
3834 |
| Dr David Mugglestone. |
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Occupation overview |
Feb 1, 2008 |
207 |
| A missed opportunity. |
Dangre, Philippe |
Column |
Jun 1, 2007 |
481 |
| The language of risk: organizations can improve risk management and audit processes by communicating risks in terms that everyone understands. |
Espersen, Donald |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
1420 |
| Preparing for a pandemic: public health experts say the occurrence of another worldwide influenza outbreak is not in doubt. Internal auditors need to help ensure organizations have a plan in place to deal with such an eventuality. |
Ying, Jane; Ash, Alan D.; Sly, Tim |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
1835 |
| Moving forward with ERM: by working together, chief risk officers and internal auditors can guide their organization around enterprise risk management pitfalls. |
De La Rosa, Sean |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
2079 |
| Creating a fraud risk dialogue: internal auditors can use a carefully crafted questionnaire to help meet their responsibility for identifying the indicators of fraud. |
Kolman, Mark R. |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
2733 |
| A heavier weight to carry: despite initial pressures to emphasize financial controls more than governance, internal auditors are now bearing additional responsibility for both--and raising their stature as a result. |
Jackson, Russell A. |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
3069 |
| Leverage the Internet: for Web-savvy auditors, vast online resources are just a mouse click away. |
Kaplan, Jim |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
1202 |
| IT audit skills found lacking. |
Filipek, R. |
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Jun 1, 2007 |
327 |
| Fraud in the audit department: a CAE looks to restore his team's credibility after a member of the staff is caught embezzling company funds. |
Van Wijk, Eelco R.; Holmes, Timothy R. |
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Apr 1, 2007 |
1505 |
| Safeguarding documents: to mitigate risks to sensitive corporate data, internal auditors must pay close attention to controls at the document level. |
Landwehr, John |
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Apr 1, 2007 |
1253 |
| The fraud disconnect: a shared understanding of where fraud-related responsibilities lie can help internal auditing and management avoid costly short circuits. |
Baker, Neil |
Cover story |
Apr 1, 2007 |
2870 |
| Continuous improvement: recommendations from an independent review prompt a CAE to pursue ongoing quality assessments. |
Van Wijk, Eelco R.; Holmes, Timothy R. |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
1382 |
| Destination ahead: establishing an effective risk management regime can be a long and twisting journey, but internal auditors can guide the way. |
Psica, Alexandra |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
1391 |
| 7 criteria for ethics assessments: organizations can strengthen ethics training programs by focusing on employees' sense of self-efficacy to encourage specific positive actions. |
Baggett, Walter O. |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
2455 |
| The auditor as internal consultant: consulting skills can boost the internal auditor's influence in the organization. |
White, Scott D. |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
2901 |
| Drawing a map of the business: universal Modeling Language diagrams can help internal auditors visualize their organization's business processes. |
Andrews, Christine P. |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
1778 |
| Streamlining Sarbanes-Oxley compliance: a publicly traded insurance firm contours its compliance practices by keeping key controls to a manageable level. |
Kendall, Kristina |
Cover story |
Feb 1, 2007 |
2628 |
| An overlooked risk: audits of self-funded health-care plans can apprise management not only of potential fraud, but also of compliance issues requiring remediation. |
Applegate, Dennis |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
1503 |
| Compliance automation: software tools can give auditors more insight into the controls and policies their organization needs to meet regulatory mandates. |
Dickson, Suzanne |
Column |
Feb 1, 2007 |
845 |
| Reaching a higher level: a series of self-assessment questions may help auditors enhance the credibility and stature of their department. |
Glascock, Kenneth |
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Feb 1, 2007 |
1407 |
| Communicating wrongdoing: new research considers the internal auditor's unique responsibility to be a whistleblower in certain situations. |
Kaplan, Steven E.; Rittenberg, Larry E.; Schultz, Joseph J., Jr. |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
1644 |
| Lapping up the profits: deficient controls enable an accounting director to fleece approximately US $350,000. |
McNeal, Andi |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
1539 |
| Cultivating a loyal workforce: audit departments can give employee retention efforts a boost by applying 10 tips for keeping staff invigorated and engaged. |
Helpert, Anita L. |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
2980 |
| Holiday audit carols. |
Jacka, J. Michael |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
937 |
| Auditing cultural diversity: understanding and embracing cultural differences is essential to survival in a global economy. |
Ricaud, John S. |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
2839 |
| Keeping the company clean: internal auditors who conduct ethics audits can help prevent inappropriate activities from being swept under the rug and ensure the organization's reputation remains spotless. |
Jackson, Russell |
Survey |
Dec 1, 2006 |
2761 |
| There is more to be done: internal auditors need to be proactive in the fight to improve governance in business and government. |
Waring, Colleen G. |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
1529 |
| Auditing e-mail clients: comprehensive reviews of messaging systems and policies can help safeguard vital business communications. |
Ugochuku, Ike |
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Dec 1, 2006 |
1463 |
| Is auditing taken seriously? |
Ugochuku, Ike |
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Oct 1, 2006 |
440 |
| Collecting performance data: a CAE seeks a new benchmarking strategy to gauge his audit shop's effectiveness. |
Van Wijk, Eelco R.; Holmes, Timothy R. |
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Oct 1, 2006 |
1320 |
| SEC proposes regulatory relief. |
Whitley, J. |
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Oct 1, 2006 |
314 |
| Has 'privilege' lost its reward? Company officials can and sometimes should turn down auditors' requests to turn over privileged documents or waive attorney-client privilege. Recent calls for regulatory guidance may help, experts say. |
Orenstein, Edith |
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Sep 1, 2006 |
2182 |
| Theory to practice: continuous auditing gains. |
Heffes, Ellen M. |
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Sep 1, 2006 |
856 |
| The CAE's many hats: as audit executives continually take on new responsibilities, they are beginning to wonder where to draw the line. |
Jameson, Steven E. |
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Aug 1, 2006 |
1041 |
| A multipurpose manual: the right approach to policies and procedures documentation can help auditors meet several challenges at once. |
Aumann, Ron |
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Aug 1, 2006 |
1414 |
| OFHEO report critical of Fannie Mae; GSE fined $400 million. |
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Jul 1, 2006 |
762 |
| Shareholders will gain the power. |
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Brief article |
Dec 1, 2005 |
96 |
| Winning over the CIO: auditors prove their worth to a chief officer, and a spreadsheet application facilitates competency self-assessment. |
Jacka, J. Mike |
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Dec 1, 2005 |
1403 |
| ERM-based audit reports: auditors can give clients a better view of control weaknesses by aligning their reporting process with enterprise risk management. |
De La Rosa, Sean |
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Dec 1, 2005 |
1506 |
| Systems development audits: CSA workshops can lend added focus and depth to technology project reviews. |
McQuay, Paul |
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Dec 1, 2005 |
2271 |
| Navigating through change: the dynamic nature of corporate ethics requires auditors to stay abreast of evolving standards and reflect change when appropriate. |
Jackson, Russell A. |
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Dec 1, 2005 |
2830 |
| A roomful of documents: a new audit director finds her department's records in a state of disarray. |
Van Wijk, Eelco R. |
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Oct 1, 2005 |
1282 |
| From honeymoon to commitment: most managers face four transitional phases when adapting to a new leadership position. Those who make the appropriate adjustments can maintain, and even improve, staff performance levels. |
Graham, Gerald; Lewis, Tom D. |
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Oct 1, 2005 |
1855 |
| Behind the shadow: the inherent unpleasantness of forensic engagements needn't obscure the investigative process. With adequate preparation and knowledge, auditors can approach forensic accounting with confidence, not dread. |
Jackson, Russell A. |
Cover Story |
Oct 1, 2005 |
3522 |
| Easing into interviews: effective interview techniques can help set a cooperative tone for audit engagements. |
Whatley, Paula |
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Oct 1, 2005 |
1353 |
| Internal auditing's role in corporate governance. |
Whitley, J. |
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Oct 1, 2005 |
260 |
| Siphoning the audit department: a frustrated audit director grapples with increasing staff departures and potential conflicts of interest. |
Van Wijk, Eelco R. |
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Jun 1, 2005 |
1459 |
| Spreadsheets under pressure: Sarbanes-Oxley is testing the reporting capabilities of this widely used business management software. |
Leech, Tim J. |
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Jun 1, 2005 |
1351 |
| Roger Raber: in praise of independent insiders; The head of the U.S. membership organization for board members says internal audit executives have grown considerably in their roles--but he calls on them to be even more assertive. |
Jackson, Russell A. |
Interview |
Jun 1, 2005 |
2502 |
| A quantitative assessment of internal controls: internal auditors can fortify their assurance efforts by implementing a systematic, framework-based approach to control reviews. |
Perry, William E.; Warner, H.C. "Pete" |
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Apr 1, 2005 |
3121 |
| Role play: internal auditors differ in their opinions on just what part they should play in the implementation of their organization's enterprise risk management. |
Jackson, Russell A. |
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Apr 1, 2005 |
4595 |
| Shifting sands: the changing relationship between financial executives and auditors. |
Sayther, Colleen |
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Jul 1, 2004 |
761 |
| Fraud risk assessments: audits focused on identifying fraud-related exposures can serve as the cornerstone of an effective antifraud program. |
Frank, Jonny |
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Apr 1, 2004 |
3114 |
| Boards and auditors face forbidden zones: now that many traditional ways of doing business with an auditor are either flatly prohibited or questionable, prudence dictates the adoption of new policies when engaging an auditor for tax services. |
Andreoli, Brian; Dembitz, Edward; Margulis, Michael |
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Jan 1, 2004 |
1806 |
| For the public good: CMA Michael McLaughlin brings clarity of purpose and astute financial management to air transport and public performance reporting. |
Colman, Robert; Fletcher, David |
Interview |
Oct 1, 2003 |
2645 |
| Six points to ponder when invited to join an audit committee. |
Duffy, Maureen Nevin |
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Sep 1, 2003 |
1473 |
| Money laundering: ring around the white collar: how hide-and-seek becomes a game for auditors. |
Wells, Joseph T. |
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Jun 1, 2003 |
1894 |
| Corruption: causes and cures; auditors can help detect and deter bribery and kickbacks. |
Wells, Joseph T. |
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Apr 1, 2003 |
2449 |
| Accountants need more staff as new rules take effect. (Up Front). |
Fox, Jacqueline |
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Jan 20, 2003 |
861 |
| In memoriam: A lasting contribution. |
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Obituary |
Dec 1, 2002 |
751 |
| Known by his words. (Editor's Note). |
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Dec 1, 2002 |
665 |
| Taking stock of auditor independence. |
Daroca, Andrea; Daroca, Frank P. |
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Oct 1, 2002 |
2929 |
| Applications control: Software behavior monitoring offers another layer of protection to corporate information systems. (Computers & Auditing). |
Mccollum, Tim |
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Apr 1, 2002 |
1347 |
| Several firms appoint new auditors. (Update). |
Swauger, J. |
Brief Article |
Apr 1, 2002 |
413 |
| Consultant charting course: Working together, internal auditors and their clients can navigate any obstacle to reach common business objectives. |
Richards, Dave |
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Dec 1, 2001 |
2009 |
| Training as a Retention Tool. |
CAMPBELL, DIANE SEARS |
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Oct 1, 2001 |
2706 |
| CAPITALIZING ON OR CORPORATE CULTURE. |
MESSMER, MAX |
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Oct 1, 2001 |
2702 |
| Old Dogs, New Tricks. |
GRIESHOBER, WILLIAM E. |
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Aug 1, 2001 |
1169 |
| Creating Value Through Human Capital Management. |
MACDONALD, BILL; COLOMBO, LAWRENA |
Company Profile |
Aug 1, 2001 |
2124 |
| Auditing E-business Applications. |
PRICE, JIMMY |
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Aug 1, 2001 |
1800 |
| Dismissed Audit Findings. |
MARKS, NORMAN |
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Jun 1, 2001 |
1672 |
| Forge the right relationship. |
Hnatt, Kelly M. |
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May 1, 2001 |
2557 |
| External auditors' reliance on internal auditors' work. |
Gramling, Audrey A. |
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Apr 1, 2001 |
441 |
| Analytical procedures and audit planning decisions. |
Kennedy, Jane |
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Feb 1, 2001 |
532 |
| Reinforcing Internal Audit Value. |
Burns, Stephen |
Brief Article |
Oct 1, 2000 |
465 |
| Last Minute Decisions. |
MARKS, NORMAN |
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Oct 1, 2000 |
1464 |
| Who's minding the store? |
Roath, Robert S. |
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Mar 1, 1999 |
1217 |
| Career plateaus. |
Chau, Chak-Tong |
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Oct 1, 1998 |
1549 |
| Systems control strategies. |
Kring, Richard |
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Apr 1, 1998 |
1797 |
| Best practices in joint venture audits. |
Applegate, Dennis B. |
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Apr 1, 1998 |
2831 |
| Wanting to find fraud. |
Thompson, Courtenay |
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Feb 1, 1998 |
1067 |
| Run it like a business. |
Breakspear, Drew J. |
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Feb 1, 1998 |
1911 |
| Becoming a business partner. |
Dennis, Anita |
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Mar 1, 1997 |
1432 |
| Adding value: creating value has become a matter of survival. |
Walz, Anthony |
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Feb 1, 1997 |
1409 |
| Before disaster strikes. |
Chapman, Christy |
Cover Story |
Dec 1, 1996 |
3798 |
| Industry insight into the auditor change process. |
Fleming, Peter D. |
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Jun 1, 1996 |
892 |
| The auditor change process. |
Elser, Mark B. |
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Jun 1, 1996 |
1621 |
| Corporate culture. |
Balkaran, Lal |
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Aug 1, 1995 |
1595 |
| The globetrotting auditor. |
Barroso, Manuel |
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Aug 1, 1995 |
1374 |
| Business process reengineering. |
Romney, Marshall |
Cover Story |
Jun 1, 1995 |
3048 |
| Creativity. |
Houck, Thomas P. |
Cover Story |
Jun 1, 1994 |
2349 |
| What do internal auditors need to know? |
Albrecht, W. Steve; Stice, James D.; Stocks, Kevin D. |
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Oct 1, 1993 |
915 |
| Matching audit objectives with management goals. |
Steele, J. Douglas |
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Jun 1, 1993 |
3218 |
| Contracting for construction projects. |
Townsend, Richard L. |
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Jun 1, 1993 |
3050 |
| Auditing business ethics. |
Sears, Brian P. |
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Jun 1, 1993 |
1190 |
| Ethical dilemmas. |
Stocks, Kevin D.; Albrecht, W. Steve |
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Jun 1, 1993 |
1391 |
| The ethical environment of the internal auditor. |
Heaston, Patrick H.; Cooper, Robert W. |
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Jun 1, 1993 |
2024 |
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