A Case Study of Fraud Concerns at a Homeowners' Association

2015 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Constance M. Lehmann ◽  
Cynthia D. Heagy
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Data Availability ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Red Flags ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Homeowners Association ◽  
Risk Areas ◽  
Fraudulent Activity

ABSTRACT This case is based on a series of actual events in a local homeowners' association (HOA). Instructors teaching fraud detection in their courses often use historical cases in which the “answer” to whether fraud has been committed is known. This case is unique because it is based on real incidents that occurred in an HOA. The case starts with the inception of the HOA up to the present, at which time the situation is still evolving. Students are required to recognize the conditions that increase the potential for fraudulent activity in an organization. Then they must analyze the activities in this particular association to identify the “red flags” that indicate that fraudulent activity could occur. Finally, students must develop recommendations to mitigate the identified risk areas. After completing this case, students will be more aware of potential and actual incidents of fraudulent activity and be able to address how these incidents can be prevented. This knowledge will benefit them in any area of accounting they choose to pursue. This case can be used in fraud examination, auditing, accounting information systems, and financial accounting classes. Data Availability: Data available from first author.

scholarly journals The Influence of Financial Accounting and Reporting on the Management of a Business Organization and A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 136
Author(s):  
Laman Guliyeva
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Information System ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Business Information Systems ◽  
International Financial Crises

<p>The international financial crises experienced in recent years have led to the loss of confidence in capital markets. The understanding of organizational management has been developed to enable businesses to become reliable and robust institutions and to regain lost market confidence. Businesses need well-organized and well-functioning information systems to create reliable and robust structures. The most important of the business information systems is the accounting information system (MBS). The accounting information system plays an important role in the development of corporate governance understanding and taking the necessary measures in this direction and also in the presentation of the results of the application to the relevant persons.</p><p>As a result of the research, it has been determined that there is a significant positive relationship between corporate governance understanding and accounting information systems. In this context, attention should be paid to the accounting information system to successfully implement corporate governance understanding in enterprises and to offer solutions to problems. Because the accounting information system and corporate governance understanding create mutual power for effective management.</p>

scholarly journals ANALISIS PENERAPAN GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DALAM MENGOPLIMALKAN PELAKSANAAN SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 300
Author(s):  
Elly Halimatusadiah ◽  
Bangun Gunwan
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Good Corporate Governance ◽  
Evaluation Phase ◽  
High Level

This research purpose to determine the application of Good Corporate Governance at PT. POS INDONESIA (Persero), to determine the implementation of Accounting Information Systems at PT. POS Indones (Persero), and to determine the application of good corporate governance in order to optimize the implementation of Accounting Information Systems at PT. POS Indonesia (Persero). This research uses descriptive method of analysis which aims to get a fairly clear picture of the object examined. Moreover, the authors use a case study, because the authors only discuss the case and retrieval of data on just one company. This research was conducted at PT. POS INDONESIA (Persero) which is located on Jl. Cilaki No. 73 Bandung. The result showed that the implementation of good corporate governance has been adequate, because it has been supported by the elements of Good Corporate Governance consisting of transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence, equality and fairness, and is supported by the stages full of Good Corporate Governance consists of the implementation phase, implementation phase and the evaluation phase, then Implementation of Accounting Information Systems has been adequate, because the input data has been performed with a high level of accuracy, timely, complete, concise, relevant, reliable and comparable. Data processing has also been carried out in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards.

Active Learning, Cooperative Active Learning, and Passive Learning Methods in an Accounting Information Systems Course

2015 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Riley ◽  
Kerry Ward
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Data Availability ◽  
Exam Performance ◽  
Learning Methods ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Passive Learning ◽  
Learning Conditions

ABSTRACT We report the results of a study to examine the effectiveness of active versus passive learning methods in the accounting information systems area. Two groups of students completed an assignment under two active learning conditions (individual and cooperative), while a third group covered the same topic in a passive lecture. Our findings indicate support for active learning, measured through student performance on exam questions and student feedback on a questionnaire. However, compared to passive learners, we find significantly improved exam performance only for students who work individually in an active environment. Students in the cooperative active environment posted exam scores that were not statistically different from passive participants' scores. Students in both individual and cooperative active environments reported positive feedback on satisfaction, perceived learning, and effectiveness of the method. We conclude that active learning enhances student outcomes, particularly for those who work individually. Data Availability: Data are available upon request.

scholarly journals Blockchain, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Accounting Information Systems (AIS): Research on e-Procurement and System Integration

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (15) ◽  
pp. 6792
Author(s):  
Alessio Faccia ◽  
Pythagoras Petratos
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Enterprise Resource Planning ◽  
System Integration ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Resource Planning ◽  
Security And Privacy ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Erp System

Accounting information systems (AISs), the core module of any enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, are usually designed as centralised systems. Nowadays, the continuous development and applications of blockchain, or more broadly—distributed ledger technology (DLT), can change the architecture, overcome and improve some limitations of centralised systems, most notably security and privacy. An increasing number of authors are suggesting the application of blockchain technologies in management, accounting and ERPs. This paper aims to examine the emerging literature on this field, and an immediate result is that blockchain applications can have significant benefits. The paper’s innovative contribution and considerable objective are to examine if blockchain can be successfully integrated with AIS and ERPs. We find that blockchain can facilitate integration at multiple levels and better serve various purposes as auditing compliance. To demonstrate that, we analyse e-procurement systems and operations using case study research methodology. The findings suggest that DLT, decentralised finance (DeFI), and financial technology (FinTech) applications can facilitate integrating AISs and ERP systems and yield significant benefits for efficiency, productivity and security.

Using Cases Published in Issues in Accounting Education: Categories and Topics at a Glance

2006 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 417-430 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marlys Gascho Lipe
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Service Sector ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Cost Accounting ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
For Profit ◽  
Not For Profit

To increase accessibility, cases published in Issues in Accounting Education from its inception through November 2006 are categorized by course area. Course categories include accounting information systems, auditing, financial accounting, managerial/cost accounting, and taxation. Specific course topics addressed in each case are identified. Additional tables list cases addressing ethical issues and cases using governmental or not-for-profit entities and firms in the service sector.

scholarly journals A Case Study For Accounting Information Systems A Business Continuity Plan For Protecting Critical Financial Information In The NYC Financial Services Industry

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-22
Author(s):  
Mark D. Law ◽  
Gary Robson
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Financial Services ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Securities And Exchange Commission ◽  
Business Continuity ◽  
Wall Street ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Northeastern Pennsylvania

This case study outlines a project launched by the Wall Street West organization, a data redundancy system in Northeastern Pennsylvania which provides backdrop for financial institutions located in New York City. The purpose of this study is threefold. First, the history on the importance of business continuity plans in a post 9/11 world is explored. Second, the Federal Reserve Board, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Securities and Exchange Commission recommendations regarding Disaster Recover, in addition to the requirements of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act, are reviewed. Lastly, an overview of Wall Street Wests effort is provided, looking at some of the strategic advantages to locate in Northeastern Pennsylvania and demonstrating the important resources provided by Wall Street West to protect the nations national security. Conclusions and case use recommendations are presented as this case is ideally suited for use in an Accounting Information Systems course at either the undergraduate or graduate level creating an awareness of the importance of business continuity planning.

scholarly journals Introduction To Compilation Services As A Reinforcement Of Basic Accounting Concepts For Intermediate Accounting Students

2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 9
Author(s):  
Evelyn A. McDowell ◽  
Wei Li ◽  
Karen McDougal
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Small Firms ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Students ◽  
Academic Experience ◽  
Accounting Firms ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Firm

According to a recent survey of accounting firms in 2008, Compilation and write-up services make up 23% of accounting firm billing for small firms with less than $1 Million in fee billings and 14% overall for all types of firms (Anonymous 2008), yet accounting students are rarely exposed to these services in their accounting academic experience. This comprehensive case gives students an opportunity to develop proficiencies in providing accounting compilation and write-up services to small business clients. Specifically, the goals of the case are to help students review the steps of the accounting cycle, understand how each of the four basic financial statements are inter-related, improve their ability to prepare financial statements and related disclosures, and enhance their spreadsheet skills. This case has been classroom tested and is appropriate for an intermediate accounting; honors introduction financial accounting course; or an accounting information systems course.

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