Minimize Costs and Increase the Value of Your Sarbanes-Oxley 404 Program: Management's Guide to Effective Internal Controls

Written by a recognized thought leader in Sarbanes-Oxley, risk management, and internal audit, this guide gives readers the keys to creating an effective and efficient Sarbanes-Oxley program. Based on a proven track record of success, popular author Norman Marks shows how to Streamline the management process and reduce total assessment cost, Implement the high level management guidelines from the SEC and the PCAOB, Accurately identify key controls and use technology to test them, Assess any deficiencies that could lead to material misstatement of financials, Understand how Section 404 requirements relate to Section 302, and Comply with international laws and regulations that are comparable to the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Management will find that this guide provides all the details needed to assess internal control over financial reporting. At the same time, internal auditors can use this guide to implement a value added approach to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. The result is a win-win for stakeholders in any type of company, public or private.