Auditor Competence Research Articles

Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kualitas Laba Sebuah Studi Kajian Literatur

This research examines the influence audit quality in the context of audit practice. Audit quality plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability of financial information presented by business entities. Therefore, a profound understanding of the factors influencing audit quality, including auditor competence, time and cost pressure, professional ethical standards, internal supervision and review, as well as regulations and standards, is essential for practitioners, regulators, and relevant stakeholders. This literature study summarizes previous research findings and explores the relationship between these factors and audit quality. The study was conducted by reviewing 13 previous studies related to audit quality, with articles from both within and outside Indonesia published between 2020 and 2023. The results are expected to provide insights into the impact of these factors on transparency and honesty in audited financial reporting, with potential implications for regulatory policies and business practices. The study highlights the importance of mitigating audit quality.

Determinants of financial statement fraud: the perspective of pentagon fraud theory (evidence on Islamic banking companies in Indonesia)

Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the determinants of financial statement fraud: the perspective of pentagon fraud theory. Design/methodology/approach This study used quantitative methods with an explanatory research design by applying secondary data on Islamic banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). Findings External pressure affects financial statement fraud, ineffective monitoring affects financial statement fraud, external auditor quality affects financial statement fraud, change in auditor affects financial statement fraud, frequent number of CEO’s picture affects financial statement fraud, external pressure affects firm size, ineffective monitoring affects firm size, external auditor quality affects firm size, change in auditor affects firm size, frequent number of CEO’s picture affects firm size, firm size affects financial statement fraud, firm size mediates the relationship between external pressure on financial statement fraud, firm size mediates the relationship between ineffective monitoring on financial statement fraud, firm size mediates the relationship between external auditor quality and financial statement fraud, firm size mediates the relationship between change in auditor and financial statement fraud, firm size mediates the relationship between frequent number of CEO’s picture and financial statement fraud. Research limitations/implications The limitations of this research were found during the research process and can be used as input for further research and related parties in conducting the research to obtain better research results. The limitations of this study are as follows: this study only focused on Islamic banking, so it cannot be generalized to other sectors. Besides, this study only tested five independent variables, one dependent variable and one mediating variable. Practical implications For external auditors, financial statement fraud by management might be caused by many factors and is a social as well as an economic problem that must be addressed immediately. Therefore, in carrying out the duties and roles as an external auditor, they must have an attitude of independence (not taking sides) in the mental attitude that must be maintained by the auditor related to the assignment. Auditors must have sufficient technical expertise and training as auditors. In carrying out the audit, the auditor should use their professional skills in responding carefully and thoroughly. Moreover, in carrying out audit work, the auditor must have a plan, must know adequate internal control and obtain sufficiently competent audit evidence. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, very few studies in Indonesia have applied the Beneish model. There is only one study that implemented the Beneish model, and the study examined only a few companies listed on the IDX. The findings of the present study have important implications not only for banks but also for users of financial statement accounts in Indonesia, especially for investors, auditors, regulators, taxation and other state authorities.

Competence vs. Independence: Auditors' connections with members of their clients’ business community

Prior research finds that auditors' social connections with their clients harms audit quality. We examine auditors' social connections with members of their clients' business community, a setting in which auditors' connections may improve audit quality. While social ties within a client's business community should improve auditor competency, they also threaten auditor independence. We test the effects of auditors' network connections on audit quality using data from China, where data on social connections and individual auditors are available. Auditors' business connections should be particularly beneficial in a relational economy like China, where clients heavily rely on social networks for contracting. We find that auditors with strong local business and government connections deliver higher quality audits as evidenced by fewer financial irregularities among their clients. Our findings are consistent with the improved competency that arises from auditors' business connections outweighing the potential costs of impaired auditor independence.

Faktor – Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Efektivitas Audit Internal dalam Mewujudkan Good Corporate Governance (Studi Kasus pada Perbankan di Kota Padang Periode 2018 – 2020)

The influence of implementing auditor competence, the influence of independent auditors and audit committees on internal audit efficiency in fostering good corporate governance (a study of banking in the city of Padang). In this method, primary data is collected through questionnaires, making it a qualitative technique. The participants in this study were internal auditors from eleven different banks in Padang. Internal Audit Effectiveness in Realizing Good Corporate Governance is the dependent variable, and auditor competence, auditor independence, and audit committee independence are the independent variables used in this study. A statistical procedure called multiple regression analysis was used to check the information. Based on the findings, there is no relationship between the use of auditor competence and the effectiveness of internal audit in realizing good corporate governance in banking in the city of Padang. Likewise, there is no correlation between auditor independence and effectiveness, and there is a significant effect of independence on effectiveness. Audit delay, company size, financial health, and profitability are all relevant factors.

The Influence of Auditor Competence, Auditor Independence, and Auditor Objectivity on Internal Audit Effectiveness with Top Management Support As a Moderating Variable (Studies at Legal Entity State Universities in Indonesia)

The effectiveness of internal audits in state universities with legal entities in Indonesia is still not optimal, as evidenced by the increasing number of corruption cases in recent years. This research aims to analyze the impact of Auditor Competence, Auditor Independence, Auditor Objectivity, and Top Management Support as moderating variables on internal audit effectiveness. This research uses quantitative descriptive methods. The research sample comprised 80 SPI auditors at Legal Entity State Universities (PTN BH) in Indonesia. Data collection was carried out through distributing questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out using the SmartPLS application. Research findings show that Auditor Competency, Auditor Independence, and Auditor Objectivity positively affect internal audit effectiveness. In addition, Top Management Support cannot moderate the influence of Auditor Competency, Auditor Independence, and Auditor Objectivity on internal audit effectiveness.

The Effect of Competence, Integrity, Independence, Objectivity, on Audit Quality with the Moderating Variable of Risk-Based Auditing

This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of competence, integrity, independence, objectivity, on audit quality with risk-based audit moderation variables at the Kuningan Regency Inspectorate. This research is quantitative research. The data used is primary data with a data collection method in the form of a questionnaire. The research data was processed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 26 program with a sample of 53 respondents. The results showed that auditor competence had no significant effect on audit quality. Meanwhile, auditor integrity, auditor independence and auditor objectivity have a significant effect on audit quality. Risk-based audit moderation variables are unable to moderate auditor competence, auditor integrity, auditor independence and auditor objectivity on audit quality.

Auditor's Ability to Detect Fraud

This research aims to find out whether professional skepticism, independence and competence influence fraud. The population and sample for this research are auditors who work at the South Sulawesi Inspectorate Office. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling technique. The sample in this study was auditors who worked at the South Sulawesi Inspectorate Office. The data collection method uses a questionnaire. The research questionnaire uses a Likert scale. Data analysis used multiple linear regression analysis using Statistical Packages for Social Science (SPSS). The research results show that skepticism, independence, competence and experience of auditors have a positive and significant effect on fraud at the South Sulawesi Inspectorate Office

Effectiveness of internal auditing from the lens of internal audit factors: empirical findings from the banking sector of Bangladesh

Purpose This study aims to assess the impact of determinants on the effectiveness of internal audit (IA) within the banking industry of Bangladesh. Design/methodology/approach The data was obtained through 152 survey questionnaires from a total of 43 privately owned and six state-owned commercial banks in Bangladesh. The analysis was conducted using structural equation modeling. Findings The findings demonstrate that the independence of internal auditors and the quality of IA substantially impact enhancing the efficiency of IA. On the other hand, the competence of internal auditors and management support in IA functions do not significantly impact the effectiveness of IA. Practical implications The study’s findings may have significant policy implications for the government, regulators, internal auditors, management committees and other stakeholders in establishing programmes to enhance the efficacy of IA as a component of banking audit management reforms. Originality/value This study makes three distinct contributions to the existing literature. Firstly, previous literature focused on the determinants affecting the external audit efficiency of the public companies and banking sectors in Bangladesh (Hasan, 2018; M. M. U. Reza, 2021). In this study, the author enhances the research by presenting empirical findings on the IA effectiveness of banks. Secondly, the author expands the research by incorporating both private and state-owned commercial banks as samples. Thirdly, the study is unique given that it investigates the effectiveness of IA in response to the recent financial scandals in the banking industry of Bangladesh (The Daily Star, 2023).

Influence of Competence, Independence, and Professionalism of Government Internal Auditors on Audit Quality at the Representative Offices of the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP)

Purpose: Many cases related to audit quality in Indonesia have become phenomena that need to be investigated. Some determinants of audit quality are competence, independence, and professionalism. In practice, an auditor has problems carrying out his duties. However, this is a challenge for auditors. Therefore, the purpose of this resource is to determine The Influence of Competence, Independence, and Professionalism of Government Internal Auditors on Audit Quality at the Representative Offices of the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) of South Sulawesi Province. Method: The variables in this research are Competence (X1), Independence (X2), Professionalism (X3), and Audit Quality (Y). The study sample comprised of 40 respondents. The type of research carried out in this study was quantitative using primary data. The data-collection technique used in this study was a questionnaire. The population of this research included all internal auditors at the Representative Office of the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) of South Sulawesi Province. The sample used in this study was determined using a random sampling technique. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistical analysis, normality test, linearity test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, multiple regression analysis test, R Square test, t statistical test, and F statistical test. Result: The results of the research partially show that competence and professionalism have positive and significant effects on audit quality, while independence has positive and insignificant effects on audit quality. Simultaneously, it shows that the competence, independence, and professionalism of government internal auditors have a positive and significant effect on audit quality at the Representative Offices of the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) of South Sulawesi Province.

THE INFLUENCE OF COMPETENCE, INDEPENDENCE AND MOTIVATION ON APIP AUDIT QUALITY AT THE NORTH SUMATERA PROVINCIAL INSPECTORATE

Public demands for clean and KKN-free governance require the implementation of good supervisory functions by auditors over the implementation of government. Good government financial management must also be supported by good audit quality. Because if the quality of the audit is low, it is likely to provide leeway to make deviations use the budget. This study aims to (1) test the effect of auditor competence on audit quality, (2) test the effect of auditor independence on audit quality, (3) test the effect of auditor motivation on audit quality. The object of this research is at the North Sumatera Provincial Inspectorate Office. The sample in this study was 37 (Thirty-Seven) Auditors and Supervisors at the North Sumatera Provincial Inspectorate Office. Data collection is implemented by means of questionnaire method. The research method used is Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis using the Smart PLS 4.0 application. The results of this study show that (1) auditor competence has a positive effect on audit quality, (2) auditor independence has a positive effect on audit quality (3) auditor motivation has a positive effect on audit quality. Keywords : Competence, Motivation, Independence, Audit Quality.

Peran Sistem Informasi dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Audit Keuangan Pemerintah Daerah

This study aims to examine the role of Information Systems (SI) in improving the quality of audits of local government financial statements. Audit of local government financial statements is a critical process in evaluating public finances and ensuring the reliability of financial information and compliance with applicable regulations. In recent years, the use of SI has become an important factor in improving audit quality by strengthening the efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of the audit process. A review of the literature reveals that the use of SI in auditing local government financial statements provides significant benefits. First, automation of the audit process using SI replaces error-prone manual tasks, thereby increasing audit efficiency. Second, SI facilitates efficient data collection and analysis, allowing auditors to access more accurate and comprehensive financial information. Third, SI strengthens internal supervision through real-time monitoring of financial activities and early detection of risks or policy violations. Finally, SI also provides protection against the security and integrity of sensitive data in auditing practices. However, the use of SI in auditing local government financial statements is also faced with challenges. These challenges include limited resources, complexity of system integration, security of sensitive data, and the need for increased auditor competence in understanding and using SI effectively. Through this research, it is hoped that a deeper understanding of the role of SI in improving the quality of audits of local government financial statements can be obtained. The results of this study can provide practical guidance and recommendations for auditors and local governments in making optimal use of SI, as well as overcoming challenges that may arise. Thus, it is expected that the practice of auditing local government financial statements can be more effective, accurate, and transparent, as well as provide significant benefits in public financial management.

Enhancing Procurement Integrity: Key Factors Influencing Internal Audit Effectiveness in Tanzania Public Procurement

This paper analyses the effects of internal audit competence, independence, and procedures on internal audit effectiveness in the procurement process in the public sector of Tanzania. The study is quantitative, and data were collected through questionnaires from accounting officers, senior management officers, audit committees, and internal audit units in public sectors. A total of 318 responses were collected. A Partial Least Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) technique was applied using R-studio to analyse the collected data, assess the model and test hypotheses. The findings revealed that internal audit characteristics procedures, independence and competence influence internal audit effectiveness in procurement. The study findings provide useful insights for policymakers, academics, and internal audit practitioners on the effect of the characteristics of internal audits in improving the effectiveness of internal audits in procurement in Tanzania.

Apakah Kepemimpinan Memiliki Peran Moderasi dalam Kualitas Pengawasan pada Auditor Internal Pemerintah?

This research aims to analyze the influence of competence, independence and integrity on the quality of supervision carried out by auditors at the BPKP Representative Office of Banten Province. This research used 35 Functional Auditor Officials (PFA) at the BPKP Representative Office of Banten Province as respondents. This quantitative research uses SEMPLS with the SmartPLS application as a supporting application in data processing. This research shows that auditor competence has a positive effect on the quality of supervision, while auditor independence and integrity have no effect on the quality of supervision. The research also concludes that leadership does not strengthen the positive influence of the partial relationship between auditor competence, independence and integrity on supervisory quality. It is hoped that the results of this research can provide input for the Banten Province BPKP Representative so that they can implement policies that focus on developing PFA competencies to improve the quality of supervision. This research contributes to the literature on public sector internal auditing, which is still rare in previous research, especially when using Indonesian data. This research also places leadership moderating variables in the relationship between independent and dependent variables, which have rarely been used in previous research.

Fraud risk judgments performance: The role of audit technology, task structure, and auditor competence

This study aims to examine the factors affecting auditor performance in fraud risk judgment, specifically audit technology, task structure, and auditor competence. It explores the interaction effects of audit technology, task structure, and auditor competence on fraud risk judgments performance. Employing a survey method and partial least square analysis responses from 59 state auditors at the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) Representative Office in Southeast Sulawesi Province. The results indicate that audit technology, task structure, and auditor competence each have a positive and significant impact on fraud risk judgment performance. However, the combined interaction effect of audit technology, task structure, and auditor competence does not significantly influence fraud risk judgments performance. Given these findings, further investigation is warranted to enhance our understanding of these tasks and to refine audit technology specifications for improved fraud risk evaluation.

Enterprise digital transformation and audit quality: Empirical evidence from annual reports of Chinese listed companies

AbstractThis study explores how enterprise digital transformation affects audit quality. The results show that the relationship between enterprise digital transition and audit quality takes on a U‐shaped. Mechanism test results indicate that during the initial stages of digitization, the restrictive effect of auditor's professional competence mismatch predominates. Conversely, during the mature stages of digitization, the promotion effect of improved auditor's substantive independence predominates. Heterogeneity tests demonstrate that this U‐shaped relationship is significant primarily within the sample set of short audit tenure and state‐owned enterprises. The study reveals the internal mechanism of the impact of enterprise digital transition on audit quality, offering empirical evidence to comprehend the incremental dynamic effects of enterprise digitalization and mitigate potential adverse consequences throughout the transformation process.

Impact of Auditors' Attributes on the Identification of Creative Accounting Practices in Pakistan

Accounting creativity is the process of changing financial information beyond the limits of accounting norms to provide an improved overview of a company's financial status and performance. The current study investigates creative accounting practices in Pakistan, focusing on auditors' competency, integrity, independence, and ethics in detecting creative accounting practices, thereby enhancing financial transparency in the business context. The data for the study were collected via a questionnaire using a Google Web form shared with 120 auditors from audit organizations working in Pakistan. The results of multiple regression analysis revealed that auditor competency, honesty, independence, and ethics have a significant influence on detecting creative accounting practices followed by accountants to manipulate the financial position and performance of their organizations. The results of this study hold significant practical implications for auditors, regulators (such as the SECP), and policymakers. Future research may be focused on assessing the efficacy of audit committees in overseeing companies' stakeholder reporting and their management of ethical and sustainability concerns. This study contributes to the literature by exploring the realm of accounting creativity in Pakistan, specifically delving into auditors' capabilities and integrity in identifying creative accounting practices. It sheds light on the significance of auditors' competency, honesty, and ethical considerations in uncovering manipulative financial reporting strategies employed by accountants.

Kompetensi dan Profesionalisme terhadap Kualitas Audit melalui Etika Auditor sebagai Variabel Mediasi di Lingkungan Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah (APIP) Kabupaten Boven Digoel

This research aims to investigate the impact of competence and professionalism on audit quality by integrating auditor ethics as a mediating variable. The research method applied is a quantitative method, using Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis to analyze the collected data. The research results show that competence and professionalism have a positive and significant influence on audit quality, both directly and through the role of auditor ethics as a mediating variable. Conclusion, understanding of the factors that influence audit quality in the accounting profession. The practical implication of this research is that increasing auditor competence and professionalism can improve audit quality, with auditor ethics acting as an intermediary in this relationship. Keywords: Government Internal Supervisory Apparatus (APIP), Auditor Ethics, Auditor Competence, Audit Quality, Auditor Professionalism

Kepercayan dan Persepsi Kemudahan Penggunaan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Mengunakan Pinjaman Online Shopee Paylater di Kota Semarang

This research aims to explore the influence of competence and professionalism on audit quality, by considering the role of auditor ethics as a mediating variable. The research method applied is a quantitative method, and data analysis is carried out using Partial Least Square (PLS). The results of this research show that auditor competence and professionalism have a positive and significant impact on audit quality, both directly and through auditor ethics as a mediator. These findings provide an important contribution in understanding the complex relationship between individual auditor characteristics, aspects of professionalism, and ethical integrity in the audit context. The conclusion is that the implications of the results of this research can provide deeper insight for practitioners, regulators and researchers in developing more effective and quality audit practices. Keywords: Trust, Purchase Decision, Online Loans, Shopee PayLater

Pengaruh Kompetensi, Independensi, dan Moral Reasoning Auditor Terhadap Kualitas Audit : Studi pada Kantor Inspektorat Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan

This study aims to test whether Competence, Independence, and Moral reasoning of auditors affect the quality of audits at the South Sulawesi Provincial Inspectorate Office. Data collection uses primary data in the form of questionnaires. The population used in this study is auditors who work at the Regional Inspectorate office of South Sulawesi Province which totals 35 auditors. The sampling technique uses saturated samples. So the number of samples used in this study is 35 auditors. Data analysis in this study uses descriptive statistics, validity and reliability tests and classical assumption tests. The data analysis method in hypothesis testing uses multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the study showed that competence had a significant positive effect on audit quality, independence had a significant positive effect on audit quality and auditor moral reasoning had a significant positive effect on audit quality

THE INFLUENCE OF COMPETENCE, INDEPENDENCE, AND AUDITOR’S PROFESSIONAL ETHICS ON AUDIT QUALITY

Having responsibility to the public is what makes auditor’s capabilities and characteristic essential to providing a quality audit service. This study aims to gather empirical evidence on how the quality of audit produced is influenced by competence, independence, and professional ethics of auditor. This research was conducted through distribution of questionnaires to auditors working in public accounting form based in Jakarta. The result shows that auditor’s competence, independence, and professional ethic has a positive influence on the resulted audit quality, however the influence of auditor’s independence is shown to be insignificant. To sum up, the competence and ethics of an auditor have an influence on the quality of an audit, but auditor independence has no influence on audit quality. The implications of this study that Public accounting firms can improve the professionalism of their auditors through high levels of competency with continuous learning and practice supported by ethics.