1 . Agree other payables balance to the suppliers’ statements. Where the balances do not agree:
a ) Check that the client has prepared a reconciliation; and
b ) Review the reconciling items and determine if adjustments to financial statements are necessary.
2 . Where no suppliers’ statements and reconciliations are available in step 1 above, request client to prepare confirmation
request letters and check that the confirmation request amounts agree to the other payables listing in source currency for accuracy.
3 . Prepare confirmation control sheet/log of samples selected for confirmation request.
4 . Ensure mailing is under our control. Ensure that the client cannot intercept mailing of requests or receipts of replies.
5 . Authenticate the confirmation replies if fax copy received.
a) Initiating direct contact with the organisation and the person who authorised the confirmation;
b) Assessing if the person is in a position to be knowledgeable of the balances;
6 . For items selected that client instruct us not to confirm, inquire the directors for the reasons and follow with
proper letter signed by the directors.
7 . For replies with differences, ask client to reconcile and provide with supporting documents for significant reconciling items.
8 . If no confirmations or suppliers' statement can be obtained:-
a ) obtain an analysis of the account and the volume of transactions occcurring
b ) review payments in the period and consider the need to examine supporting documentation
9 . Consider any significant old, unpaid balances. Ascertain reason for non-payment and consider the apropriate accounting.