Understanding Internal Controls Evaluation in Auditing

The video tutorial explains the process of evaluating internal controls as part of assessing control risk. It covers the auditor's approach to understanding client controls using a top-down method, focusing on significant accounts and risky areas. The tutorial details the steps of starting with entity-level controls, conducting walkthroughs, and documenting the understanding through narratives, flow charts, or questionnaires. It also discusses making a preliminary control risk assessment and testing relevant controls to ensure they function effectively.

How does the auditor determine the effectiveness of internal controls during the evaluation process?

What role do prior year findings play in the current year's internal controls assessment?