An Accountant's Opinion is a statement signed by an independent Certified Public Accountant that describes the scope of the examination of an organization's books and records. It provides important assurance to lenders or investors.
A complete audit is an extensive examination of a company's system of internal controls and the details of its books of account, including subsidiary records and supporting documents.
Public accounting refers to the services provided by Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) to a variety of clients including individuals, businesses, governments, and non-profits. It involves independent auditing and results in the issuance of an accountant's opinion or auditor's report.
A qualified opinion is a statement issued by an auditor that indicates exceptions or limitations to the comprehensive nature of the audit conducted on financial statements.
