Discussion Post
Case: The North Face, Inc.
• Explain what factors the auditors should have considered in assessing the fraud at The North Face. Did Deloitte meet its ethical and professional responsibilities when performing the audit?
Bedard et al 2004
• Having read the article assigned (Bedard et al 2004) discuss audit committee characteristics can affect the level of earnings management. How are non-audit fees or audit fees affected by companies managing earnings?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.