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Engagement Letter For Statutory Audit
"I need a Statutory Audit Engagement Letter for my Hong Kong trading company that is expanding into mainland China, with the audit to commence in March 2025; please include specific provisions for cross-border operations and multiple subsidiary reviews."
1. Letterhead and Date: Audit firm's letterhead and current date
2. Addressee: Addressed to the appropriate representatives of client's management or those charged with governance
3. Opening Paragraph: Introduction confirming the engagement and its purpose
4. Scope of Audit: Clear description of the scope of the statutory audit and the specific financial statements to be audited
5. Objective and Nature of Audit: Explanation of the audit's objective and its inherent limitations
6. Responsibilities of the Auditor: Detailed outline of the auditor's responsibilities under HKSAs
7. Responsibilities of Management: Clear statement of management's responsibilities regarding financial statements and information access
8. Reporting Requirements: Description of expected form and content of auditor's reports
9. Fee Arrangements: Details of fee calculation, billing arrangements and payment terms
10. Timeline: Expected timetable for the audit and reporting deadlines
11. Confirmation and Acceptance: Request for written acknowledgment and agreement to terms
1. Group Audit Arrangements: Required when the client is part of a group structure requiring coordination with other auditors
2. Specific Industry Requirements: Added for regulated industries like financial services or insurance
3. Other Services: Included when additional non-audit services are being provided alongside the statutory audit
4. Use of External Experts: Required when specialist expertise will be needed during the audit
5. Remote Working Arrangements: Added when significant portions of the audit will be conducted remotely
6. Special Considerations: Added for unique circumstances affecting the audit approach or timeline
1. Appendix A - Standard Terms of Business: Detailed terms and conditions governing the professional relationship
2. Appendix B - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, hourly rates, and additional charges
3. Appendix C - Required Client Assistance: List of documents, schedules, and support required from the client
4. Appendix D - Timeline and Key Dates: Detailed audit timetable including key milestones and deadlines
5. Appendix E - Team Structure: Key audit team members and their roles
6. Appendix F - Data Protection Requirements: Specific arrangements for handling sensitive data and personal information
Authors
The Company
The Auditor
Audit Services
Group
Financial Statements
Hong Kong Companies Ordinance
HKSAs
HKICPA
Audit Report
Management
Board
Audit Committee
Working Papers
Engagement Team
Engagement Partner
Material Misstatement
Professional Standards
Reporting Period
Independence Requirements
Client Information
Confidential Information
Deliverables
Engagement Letter
Fee Schedule
Related Entities
Specified Users
Professional Staff
Quality Control Procedures
Reasonable Assurance
Internal Control
Standard Terms of Business
Working Days
Force Majeure Events
Governing Law
Professional Standards
Auditor Independence
Responsibilities
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Document Retention
Access to Information
Quality Control
Fee Arrangements
Timing and Deadlines
Reporting Obligations
Limitation of Liability
Indemnification
Force Majeure
Termination
Staff and Resources
Electronic Communications
Intellectual Property
Conflict of Interest
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Anti-Money Laundering
Client Acceptance
Professional Undertakings
Third Party Rights
Entire Agreement
Amendments
Notice Requirements
Assignment
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Retail
Technology
Real Estate
Healthcare
Professional Services
Consumer Goods
Industrial
Energy
Telecommunications
Transportation
Education
Non-Profit Organizations
Construction
Media and Entertainment
Finance
Accounting
Internal Audit
Compliance
Legal
Risk Management
Corporate Secretarial
Board of Directors
Audit Committee
Executive Management
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Controller
Finance Director
Audit Partner
Audit Manager
Audit Director
Company Secretary
Chief Executive Officer
Board Director
Audit Committee Chairman
Financial Reporting Manager
Group Financial Controller
Chief Accounting Officer
Compliance Officer
Risk Manager
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