7.71 Tests of Controls
and Errors/Frauds. The following four questions are taken from an internal
control questionnaire. For each question, state (a) one test of controls
procedure you could use to find out whether the control technique was really
functioning and (b) what error or fraud could occur if the question were
answered "no" or if you found the control was not effective.
1.
Are blank sales invoices available only to authorized
personnel?
2.
Are sales invoices checked for the accuracy of quantities
billed? Prices used? Mathematical calculations?
3.
Are the duties of the accounts receivable bookkeeper separate
from all cash functions?
4.
Are customer accounts regularly balanced with the control
account?