What is internal Audit?
An impartial service that evaluates an organization's internal controls, corporate practices, processes, and methods is known as internal audit. Internal audits assist in ensuring compliance with the different laws that apply to a company. Accounts and records can be prepared in accordance with appropriate legal requirements and reporting.
An internal audit can guarantee that a company follows the law and rules in a timely manner. The audit provides a level of security and aids in the management of risk arising from fraud, power abuse, or other scenarios. An internal auditor provides management with an unbiased assessment of the processes and financial statements. Using the services of an internal auditor, managers can improve their operational and financial performance.
Purpose of Internal Audit?
An internal audit's goal is to evaluate an organization's efficacy and operational standards. An organization's operations, such as placing orders, accepting delivery, and making payments, may be governed by a set of rules. An internal audit can also be used to determine whether personnel are adhering to internal operational standards.
An internal audit aids in the identification of faults or inefficiencies, as well as the implementation of necessary corrective actions. Internal audits can detect any employee fraud, such as money embezzlement. The audit can also reveal whether there are deliberate cost overruns or whether one vendor is given priority over others who are less expensive.
It may be necessary to track staff rotation between positions and functions. An internal audit can be used to examine for any possible hazards or financial losses.
When it is Mandatory?
As per the Companies Act 2013, following class of companies shall have to mandatorily appoint internal auditor.
Every Listed Company
Every Unlisted public company if during the preceding financial year, it satisfies any of the below mentioned conditions:
turnover of rupees 200 crore or more.
paid up share capital of rupees 50 crore or more.
outstanding loans or borrowings from banks or PFI exceeding rupees 100 crore or more at any point of time.
outstanding deposits of rupees 25 crore or more at any point of time
Every private company if during the preceding financial year, it satisfies any of the below mentioned conditions:
turnover of rupees 200 crore or more.
outstanding loans or borrowings from banks or PFI exceeding rupees 100 crore or more at any point of time.