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Glossary/Presumed fraud risk in revenue recognition

What is Presumed fraud risk in revenue recognition?

In short

Auditing standards require the auditor to presume that there is a risk of material misstatement due to fraud in revenue recognition, and to treat it as a significant risk, unless the presumption is rebutted.

Key takeaways

  • If the auditor concludes the presumption doesn't apply, the reasons must be documented.
  • Typical schemes include fictitious sales, side agreements and improper cutoff.
  • Responses can include confirming contract terms with customers and testing cutoff.

Where it's tested

AUD: Fraud Risk — study notes, a five-minute revision sheet and practice questions.

Practise: 3 questions

Question 1 of 3 · 0 answered

Which fraud-related presumption can NEVER be rebutted by the auditor?

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