What is Difference Between Accounting and Auditing ? B.com notes Ch. Tanvir Ahmad

Accounting :

” Accounting is an art of recording business transaction in systematic mannerd in the Books of Accounts and to prepare required financial statements at the end of financial year. “”

Auditing :

” Whereas the auditing is the examination of books, vouchers and Documents by and auditor yo satisfy himself that every transaction has been properly recorded and the balance sheet and profit and loss accounts is properly drawn up so as to exhibit a true and fair view of the state of affairs and the earnings of the particular concern. ”

Sequence of Work

Accounting

Voucher
Journal
Ledger
Trail Balance
Adjusted Trail Balnace
Income Statement
Cash Flow Statement
Balance Sheet.

Auditing

Client List
Ticking
Casting
Calling over
Vouching
Verification
Reporting

Difference Between Accounting and Auditing

Acounting/ Accountant

1 . Meanings :

Accounting is an art of interpreting, measuring and communicating the results of economic activities.

2 . Qualification for the Post :

Its is fixed by the business management.

3 . Appointing Authority :

The management committee is authorized to appoint accountant .

4 . Right, Duties & Liabilities :

All are fixed by business management .

5 . Management Influence :

An Accountant is under direct pressure of the business management.

6 principles :

Accounting principles are going concern, accrual, consistency and prudence.

7 . Extent of Work :

Accounting is limited to financial information only.

Auditing / Auditor

1 . Meanings :

The auditing is the examination and checking of accounting records and financial statements .

2 . Qualification for the post:

It is fixed by the law i.e. for companies , the auditor must be a Chartered Accountant with in the meaning of Chartered Accountant Ordinance 1961 i.e member of ICAP.