Substantial overlap in OEC and CNCC membership
Statutory auditors not allowed to provide accounting services to the same client
AMF oversees audits of listed companies, but
Describe the audit-oversight mechanisms in these five countries.
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IFRS in the European Union
Starting in 2005, all EU-listed companies must follow IFRS in their consolidated financial statements.
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CNCC – National Institute of Statutory Auditors
Members audit and give an opinion on financial statements
Must report criminal acts to the High Council of External Auditors
Reports aimed at preventing bankruptcies Social report
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Germany
Overview
Creditor protection Conservative balance sheet valuations Reserves as protection against unforeseen risks and insolvency Accounting is designed to compute a prudent income amount that leaves creditors unharmed after distributions are made to owners