dc.description.abstract | Modern Auditing & Assurance Services, 6th edition, is written for courses in auditing and assurance
at undergraduate, postgraduate and professional levels. The practice of auditing is explained in
the context of auditing theory, concepts and current practice, with appropriate reference to the
Australian auditing standards and the respective international standards on auditing.
Auditors play a vital role in the current economic environment, with increasing responsibility for
ensuring market integrity. The development of auditing practice reflects how the accounting
profession responds to the complex demands of information, competition, corporate failures and
technology. Auditing continues to evolve in response to the changing business and regulatory
landscape to maintain its relevance and importance. This book is a comprehensive guide to the
development and practice of audits of a financial report, with an authoritative insight into the
fundamental role of auditors, the influences on audits, and related issues. | vi |