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Ethics and Independence Rules for SSARS Engagements

  • ITEM SKU
    8045
  • CPE Hours
    3
  • Full Course Price
    $34.50
Exam Questions: 15
Course Level: Basic
Pages: 80 | Content: 72, Supplemental: 8
NASBA Area of Study: Accounting
Not Acceptable for: Enrolled Agents
Version: 8045C

This course discusses the current rules regarding an accountant's independence when performing compilation and review engagements. PLEASE NOTE: This course material is a component of #6210, Practice Issues: Compilation and Review, and therefore we recommend that you should not take both courses in the same CPE reporting period. Not accepted for Enrolled Agents. All course material provided. No prerequisites. Course level: Basic.

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Table of Contents
  • Overview of the Independence Rules in ET 1.295
  • Discussion of the Three Safeguards
  • Performing Bookkeeping Services for an Attest Client
  • Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation Services, Including Payroll Services
  • Investment Functions Performed for the Client
  • Appraisal, Valuation, and Actuarial Services
  • Information Systems - Design, Installation, or Integration Services
  • Forensic Accounting Services
  • Assisting Attest Clients with Implementing Accounting Standards
  • Other Management Functions
  • Acting as a Trustee
  • Miscellaneous Independence Issues
Objectives
  • To recognize the general rules to maintain independence when an accountant performs nonattest services for an attest client
  • To identify when independence is impaired in certain situations in which an accountant performs nonattest services for an attest client

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