What are the concepts of legal responsibility applicable to the accountant in his audit functions and other related services? and mention five (5) recommendations so that the auditor can prevent or protect himself from his legal responsibility.

What are the concepts of legal responsibility applicable to the accountant in his audit functions and other related services? and mention five (5) recommendations so that the auditor can prevent or protect himself from his legal responsibility.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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ISBN:9781259964947

Author:Libby

Publisher:Libby

Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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