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Audit Engagement Letter
"I need an Audit Engagement Letter for a Hong Kong listed technology company that includes specific provisions for data security and handling of intellectual property, with the audit period starting January 2025."
1. Addressee Details: Full name and address of the client company and the appropriate addressee (usually those charged with governance)
2. Introduction: Opening paragraph identifying the purpose of the letter and confirmation of the appointment
3. Scope of Audit: Detailed description of the audit services to be provided, including the applicable financial reporting framework
4. Auditor's Responsibilities: Clear statement of the auditor's responsibilities under HKSAs, including the inherent limitations of an audit
5. Management's Responsibilities: Detailed outline of management's responsibilities regarding financial statements, internal controls, and providing access to information
6. Reporting Requirements: Description of the expected form and content of the auditor's report
7. Fees and Billing Arrangements: Details of audit fees, payment terms, and billing schedule
8. Timeline: Expected timeline for the audit process and key deliverables
9. Confirmation and Acceptance: Request for client's acknowledgment and acceptance of terms
10. Professional Standards Statement: Reference to compliance with relevant professional standards and HKICPA requirements
1. Group Audit Arrangements: Required when the client is a parent company and the audit involves multiple components or subsidiaries
2. Specific Regulatory Requirements: Needed for regulated entities such as listed companies or financial institutions
3. Other Services: Include when additional non-audit services are to be provided alongside the audit
4. Use of External Experts: Required when the audit will involve external specialists or experts
5. Electronic Communications Protocol: Include when specific arrangements for electronic communication and data sharing need to be established
6. Independence Declaration: Detailed independence statement required for listed companies or when specifically requested
7. Conflict Resolution Procedures: Include for high-risk engagements or when specifically requested by the client
1. Schedule 1: Audit Team Structure: Details of key audit team members and their roles
2. Schedule 2: Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, including hourly rates if applicable
3. Schedule 3: Audit Timeline: Detailed timeline with key dates and deliverables
4. Appendix A: Standard Terms and Conditions: Firm's standard terms and conditions for audit services
5. Appendix B: Management Representation Letter Template: Template of the management representation letter required at audit completion
6. Appendix C: Required Information List: Detailed list of documents and information required from the client
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Executive Management
Board of Directors
Audit Committee
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Controller
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Audit Committee Chairman
Board Chairman
Company Secretary
Finance Manager
Accounting Manager
Treasury Manager
Internal Audit Manager
Compliance Officer
Risk Manager
Managing Director
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