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Title: Solomon Islands Office of the Auditor General: Adhering to International Compliance Regulations and Accounting Standards

Solomon Islands Office of the Auditor General (OAG) and INTOSAI Membership

The Solomon Islands Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is committed to maintaining a high level of auditing standards by adhering to the regulations set by the International Association of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI). As a member of INTOSAI, the Solomon Islands OAG is part of the Pacific Association of Supreme Audit Institutions (PASAI) working group.

Professional Standards: ISSAI and INTOSAI GOV

INTOSAI promotes international best practices in government auditing through its issuance of two significant sets of Professional Standards for member institutions:

  1. The International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (ISSAI)
  2. The INTOSAI Guidance for Good Governance (INTOSAI GOV)

These standards:

  • Establish recognized principles for supreme audit institutions (SAIs)
  • Share the collective experience of the international community of SAIs
  • Encourage efficient and independent government auditing practices

Adherence to Professional Standards

The Auditor General and the Solomon Islands OAG team follow these standards by carefully planning, testing, and reporting their audits.

International Accounting Standards: IPSAS and IFRS

Entities undergoing audits by the Solomon Islands OAG are mandated to prepare their financial statements according to the following international accounting standards:

  • International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
    • Based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
    • Improve the quality of reporting in the public sector
    • Enhance transparency and accountability

Assurance Checks

The Solomon Islands OAG performs thorough assurance checks during audits, ensuring adherence to laws, approved regulations, and contractual agreements.

For further details on the OAG’s audit process and relevant legislation, please refer to our forum discussions.

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