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A new internal auditor was recently recruited to the internal audit activity from the organization's finance department. What is likely to be the chief audit executive's greatest concern regarding assigning the new auditor to upcoming audits in the finance department?

A.

The time it may take the new auditor to complete the assignment and report the findings to management.

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A.

The time it may take the new auditor to complete the assignment and report the findings to management.

B.

The qualifications of the new auditor and whether the auditor's business knowledge is relevant to the assignment.

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B.

The qualifications of the new auditor and whether the auditor's business knowledge is relevant to the assignment.

C.

The potential for a conflict of interest to exist or appear to exist if the new auditor undertakes these assignments.

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C.

The potential for a conflict of interest to exist or appear to exist if the new auditor undertakes these assignments.

D.

The knowledge the new auditor may have of control weaknesses in the finance department.

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D.

The knowledge the new auditor may have of control weaknesses in the finance department.

Suggested answer: C

Explanation:

The IIA emphasizes the need for internal auditors to maintain independence and avoid situations that might impair objectivity. Assigning a recent finance employee to audit finance-related activities may lead to actual or perceived conflicts of interest, compromising the integrity of the audit findings.

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asked 03/11/2024
Nicolas Da Silva
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