2023
DOI: 10.1002/jcaf.22619
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The impact of the Sarbanes–Oxley Act on the integrity of financial reporting: Was it meritorious?

Abstract: This study investigates whether compliance with the Sarbanes–Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) sections 302 (financial reporting) and 404 (internal controls) enhances both corporate governance and financial reporting integrity (FRI). It is focused on EU publicly traded companies that are cross‐listed in the US markets. Using a novel approach with respect to operationalization of the SOX, the empirical research integrated into this paper advances the understanding of financial reporting integrity for both practitioners a… Show more

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“…SOX mandates that auditors of public companies attest to the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. This has led to an increased focus on internal control testing as a core component of traditional audit methodologies (Bajra, et. al., 2023, Wahhab & Al-Shammari, 2021.…”
Section: Traditional Corporate Auditing Practicesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…SOX mandates that auditors of public companies attest to the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. This has led to an increased focus on internal control testing as a core component of traditional audit methodologies (Bajra, et. al., 2023, Wahhab & Al-Shammari, 2021.…”
Section: Traditional Corporate Auditing Practicesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…For companies to thrive sustainably, financial integrity-which is characterized by accurate financial reporting and transparency-is crucial. It is crucial for fostering investor trust and drawing in outside capital (Bajra et al, 2023). Furthermore, building credibility with suppliers, consumers, and other stakeholders requires financial honesty (Bank, 2023).…”
Section: Financial Integrity Of Startupsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…For instance, under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, accounting managers are held personally accountable for inaccuracies in the financial reports of their companies [5]. This responsibility underscores the need for them to implement stringent internal controls and audit procedures.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%