Financial accounting
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780077506902
Author: David J Spieceland Wayne Thomas Don Herrmann
Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.6E
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To discuss: The internal controls procedure related to cash receipts.
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Douglas and Son, Inc., uses the following process for its cash receipts: The company typically receives cash and check sales each day and places them in a single drawer. Each Friday, the cash clerk records the amount of cash received and deposits the money in the bank account. Each quarter, the controller requests information from the bank necessary to prepare a bank reconciliation.Required:Discuss Douglas and Son’s internal control procedures related to cash receipts, noting both weaknesses and strengths.
Each situation below describes an internal control weakness in the cash receipts process. Identifywhich of the five internal control principles is violated, explain the weakness, and then suggest achange that would improve internal control.a. Cashiers prepare a cash count summary, attach tapes from the cash register showing total receipts,and then prepare a bank deposit slip, which they take to the bank for deposit. After the deposit ismade, all documents are forwarded to the accounting department for review and recording
Match each of the following cash payment activities to the internal control principle to which itbest relates. Enter the appropriate letter in the space provided.1. The business manager has the only key to thecheck-signing equipment.2. The purchasing manager orders all goods andservices for the business.3. A bank reconciliation is prepared monthly.4. Prenumbered checks are used for all payments.5. The company asks suppliers to deliver their merchandise to the warehouse but mail their invoicesto the accounting department.A. Establish responsibilityB. Segregate dutiesC. Restrict accessD. Document proceduresE. Independently verify
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