Proceedings of The International Conference on Business and Economics
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): Proceeding of The International Conference on Business and Economics

Internal Audit Quality in the Public Sector vs Private Sector : Literature Analysis

Muhammad Irsan Nasution (Unknown)
Yulisfan Yulisfan (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Nov 2024

Abstract

This study analyzes the differences and similarities of internal audit quality in the public sector and private sector using a literature analysis approach. The main objective was to explore factors that affect audit quality, such as auditor independence, competence, transparency, and accountability. The results show that the public sector often faces challenges in maintaining auditor independence due to the influence of bureaucracy and politicization. However, the sector has advantages in transparency and accountability, which support public trust in the management of public funds. In contrast, the private sector excels in operational efficiency and flexibility, supported by the use of modern audit technology and leaner organizational structures. Despite the differences, both sectors require high auditor competence and strong internal control systems to ensure audit effectiveness. This research suggests strengthening auditor training, implementing modern audit technology, and increasing collaboration between internal and external auditors to ensure audit objectivity and quality. In addition, further studies are recommended to explore the impact of applying new technologies, such as big data and artificial intelligence, and conduct cross-sectoral comparisons to understand audit implementation globally.

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icbe-untagsmg

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Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management

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Management research (such as Marketing Management, Financial Management, HR Management, Operations/Production Management, Business Management, etc.) and/or Entrepreneurship as knowledge development Tourism research (hospitality, hotels and restaurants, tourist destinations, tourism development, tour ...