ACCA. Paper F8. Audit and Assurance Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (Great Britain) Sample
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Introduction
Helping you to pass v
Studying F8 vii
The exam paper xii
Syllabus and study guide xiii
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Introduction v
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vi Introduction
Studying F8
The F8 Audit and Assurance exam tests students' knowledge of auditing and assurance theory but also,
very importantly, their ability to apply that knowledge to scenarios that they might well come across in
their auditing careers.
The examination team's approach interview is available on the F8 area of the ACCA website, along with an
examiner's analysis interview looking at student performance in various exam sittings, which highlights
how students can improve their performance.
All questions on this paper are compulsory so any topic from across the syllabus could be examined. As
stated above, it is essential that students possess both knowledge of auditing and assurance and the
ability to apply that knowledge to situations that could arise in real life.
1 What F8 is about
The purpose of the F8 syllabus is to develop knowledge and understanding of the process of carrying out
the assurance engagement and its application in the context of the professional regulatory framework.
The syllabus is divided into five main sections:
(a) Audit framework and regulation
The syllabus introduces the concept of assurance engagements, such as the external audit and the
different levels of assurance that can be provided. You need to understand the purpose of an
external audit and the respective roles of auditors and management. This part of the syllabus also
explains the importance of good corporate governance within an entity. The regulatory framework
is also explained, as well as the key area of professional ethics.
Also in the context of the audit framework, we explain the nature of internal audit and describe its
role as part of overall performance management and good corporate governance within an entity.
It is essential that you understand the differences between internal and external audit at this stage.
(b) Planning and risk assessment
Planning and risk assessment are key stages of the external audit because it is the information
and knowledge gained at this time that determine the audit approach to take. We also develop
further the concept of materiality which was introduced briefly in the first part of the syllabus.
(c) Internal control
In this part of the syllabus you need to be able to describe and evaluate information systems and
internal controls to identify and communicate control risks and their potential consequences to the
entity's management, making appropriate recommendations to mitigate those risks. We cover key
areas of purchases, sales, payroll, inventory, cash and non-current assets.
(d) Audit evidence
Audit conclusions need to be supported by sufficient and appropriate audit evidence. This area of
the syllabus assesses the reliability of various types and sources of audit evidence and also
examines in detail the audit of specific items (non-current assets, inventory, receivables, bank and
cash and payables). We also look at the special considerations for the audit of not-for-profit
organisations such as charities, which could come up in a scenario-based question.
(e) Review and reporting
Towards the end of an external audit, the auditor needs to consider the concept of going concern
and subsequent events which could impact on the financial statements. We also look at the audit
evidence provided by written representations from management and consider the impact of any
uncorrected misstatements on the accounts.
Introduction vii
This section concludes on the important topic of audit reporting. The outcome of the external audit
is the audit report which sets out the auditor's opinion on the financial statements. This section of
the syllabus looks at the various types of audit report that can be issued and what each of them
means. It also looks at reports to management, which are a by-product of the audit but
nevertheless very important for highlighting deficiencies in internal control to management.
viii Introduction
5 Answering questions
5.1 Analysing question requirements
It's particularly important to consider the question requirements carefully to make sure you understand
exactly what the question is asking, and whether each question part has to be answered in the context of
the scenario or is more general. You also need to be sure that you understand all the tasks that the
question is asking you to perform.
Remember that every word will be important. If for example you are asked to:
'Explain the importance of carrying out a risk assessment at the planning stage of the statutory audit of
Company X', then you would explain that:
A risk assessment carried out under the ISAs helps the auditor to identify the areas that are
susceptible to material misstatement.
The risk assessment forms a basis for designing or performing further audit procedures.
You would not identify all the audit risks arising in Company X.
Verbs that are likely to be frequently used in this exam are listed below, together with their intellectual
levels and guidance on their meaning.
Intellectual level
1 Define Give the meaning of
1 Explain Make clear
1 Identify Recognise or select
1 Describe Give the key features
2 Distinguish Define two different terms, viewpoints or concepts on the
basis of the differences between them
2 Compare and Explain the similarities and differences between two
contrast different terms, viewpoints or concepts
2 Contrast Explain the differences between two different terms,
viewpoints or concepts
2 Analyse Give reasons for the current situation or what has
happened
3 Assess Determine the strengths/weaknesses/importance/
significance/ability to contribute
3 Examine Critically review in detail
3 Discuss Examine by using arguments for and against
3 Explore Examine or discuss in a wide-ranging manner
3 Criticise Present the weaknesses of/problems with the actions
taken or viewpoint expressed, supported by evidence
3 Evaluate/critically Determine the value of in the light of the arguments for
evaluate and against (critically evaluate means weighting the
answer towards criticisms/arguments against)
3 Construct the case Present the arguments in favour or against, supported by
evidence
3 Recommend Advise the appropriate actions to pursue in terms the
recipient will understand
Introduction ix
A lower level verb such as define will require a more descriptive answer. A higher level verb such as
evaluate will require a more applied, critical answer.
x Introduction
Step 1 Skim read all the MCQs and identify what appear to be the easier questions.
Step 2 Attempt each question – starting with the easier questions identified in Step 1. Read the
question thoroughly. You may prefer to work out the answer before looking at the options,
or you may prefer to look at the options at the beginning. Adopt the method that works
best for you.
Step 3 Read the options and see if one matches your own answer. Be careful with numerical
questions, as the distractors are designed to match answers that incorporate common
errors. Check that your calculation is correct. Have you followed the requirement exactly?
Have you included every stage of the calculation?
Step 4 You may find that none of the options matches your answer.
Re-read the question to ensure that you understand it and are answering the
requirement
Eliminate any obviously wrong answers
Consider which of the remaining answers is the most likely to be correct and select
the option
Step 5 If you are still unsure make a note and continue to the next question.
Step 6 Revisit unanswered questions. When you come back to a question after a break you often
find you are able to answer it correctly straight away. If you are still unsure have a guess.
You are not penalised for incorrect answers, so never leave a question unanswered!
After extensive practice and revision of MCQs, you may find that you recognise a question when you sit
the exam. Be aware that the detail and/or requirement may be different. If the question seems familiar read
the requirement and options carefully – do not assume that it is identical.
Introduction xi
The exam paper
Format of the paper
The exam is a three-hour paper consisting of twelve multiple choice questions (MCQs) and six compulsory
written questions. You also have 15 minutes for reading and planning.
The MCQs will comprise of eight 2-mark questions, and four 1-mark questions. They will examine topics
from across the F8 syllabus.
Of the written questions, questions 1 to 4 will be worth 10 marks. Questions 5 and 6 will be worth 20
marks each.
The 10-mark questions cover all topics in the syllabus, most likely with each question focusing on one
single syllabus area. These questions will either take the form of a short scenario, or knowledge-based
requirements.
Each of the 20-mark questions will cover multiple syllabus areas. They will be predominantly focused on
planning and risk assessment (syllabus area B), internal control (syllabus area C) and audit evidence
(syllabus area D). However, the audit framework and regulation (syllabus area A) and review and reporting
(syllabus area E) can also feature.
The majority of the questions will be discursive but some questions involving computational elements
could be set from time to time.
xii Introduction
Syllabus and Study Guide
The F8 syllabus and Study Guide can be found below.
Introduction xiii
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