Financial reporting and auditing : bridging the expectations gap

A recent survey of Ireland's top 500 companies suggests that fraud levels in Ireland are on the increase and have never been higher. This book considers the state of auditing, financial reporting and the financial aspects of corporate governance in the UK and Ireland. It explores in detail the problems which the increasing incidence of fraud in our society pose for the auditor. It looks at the sometimes difficult relationship between the auditor and company directors and examines the liability crisis facing auditors. The book also addresses growing regulatory and legislative burdens on company directors.