Financial Accounting, 9/e 6-41
CP6–5.
Req. 1
(a) $50 x 12 months = $ 600
(b) $12 x (52 weeks x 5 days per week) = 3,120
(c,d) Accounts receivable collections ($300 + $800) = 1,100
Total approximate amount stolen $4,820
Req. 2
Basic recommendations:
(1) Install a tight system of internal control, including the following:
a. Separate cash handling from recordkeeping.
(2) a. Arrange for an annual independent audit on a continuing basis.
b. Carefully plan and assign definite responsibilities for all employees. Focus on
FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ANALYSIS PROJECTS
CP6–6.
The solutions to this case will depend on the company and/or accounting period
selected for analysis.