ISO 9001: Quality Management Auditing in Financial Reportingand IFRS

• Understand the principles of ISO 9001 and its relevance to financial reporting
• Learn how quality management systems (QMS) strengthen accuracy, reliability, and compliance in financial statements
• Explore the connection between ISO 9001 auditing processes and IFRS requirements
• Develop skills to conduct quality audits, identify non-conformities, and improve financial reporting practices

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction to ISO 9001 and Financial Reporting Standards

• Overview of ISO 9001 quality management principles
• Importance of QMS in financial reporting environments
• Key concepts of IFRS and global reporting standards
• Relationship between quality assurance, transparency, and financial credibility

ISO 9001 Requirements for Financial Reporting Processes

• Applying ISO 9001 clauses to finance and accounting functions
• Documented information, controls, and standard operating procedures
• Risk-based thinking in financial reporting
• Maintaining consistency and accuracy in financial processes

Quality Auditing Principles and Techniques

• Understanding internal and external audit processes
• Planning and conducting ISO 9001 audits for financial activities
• Audit sampling, evidence collection, and documentation
• Identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement

Integrating ISO 9001 with IFRS Requirements

• Ensuring quality controls meet IFRS reporting expectations
• Managing financial data accuracy and integrity through QMS
• Handling reporting errors, discrepancies, and corrective actions
• Strengthening compliance through harmonized audit practices

Internal Controls and Risk Management in Financial Reporting

• Designing effective internal control systems
• Preventing fraud, misstatements, and reporting inconsistencies
• Monitoring financial processes for continuous compliance
• Aligning risk management frameworks with ISO 9001 standards

Continuous Improvement and Audit Follow-Up

• Implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Tracking audit results and monitoring improvements
• Enhancing financial reporting quality through ongoing QMS updates
• Building a culture of accountability and excellence in reporting