Overview of Accounting and Auditing in Cambodia

Accounting and auditing are crucial elements of the commercial and financial sectors in Cambodia. The nation has implemented International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as the foundation for financial reporting. The transparency, comparability, and dependability of financial information are all guaranteed by this conformity with international standards. 

Advantages of Accounting and Audit

1. Financial Transparency: Accounting and auditing enhance financial openness by providing accurate and dependable financial information. Organizations can guarantee financial transparency by maintaining appropriate bookkeeping, tracking transactions, and generating financial statements. This openness fosters confidence among stakeholders, such as investors, creditors, and shareholders, who rely on reliable financial data to make sound decisions.
2. Regulation Compliance: Accounting and auditing assist organizations in complying with relevant laws, rules, and accounting standards. Businesses can show compliance with legal and regulatory standards by adopting good accounting practices and performing frequent audits. Compliance not only helps to prevent penalties and legal concerns, but it also improves the organization's reputation and trustworthiness.
3. Effective Decision-Making: Accounting processes produce accurate financial information, which offers a firm platform for successful decision-making. Managers and stakeholders may use financial statements to examine the organization's financial health and make educated decisions about investments, expansion, cost management, pricing strategies, and resource allocation. Accounting data aids in the identification of profitable sectors, cost-cutting possibilities, and possible dangers.
4. Performance Evaluation: Accounting and auditing allow organizations to track and analyze their financial performance over time. Businesses can examine their profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency by analyzing financial statements and performing internal audits. These assessments aid in identifying strengths and weaknesses, benchmarking performance against industry standards, and making required changes to enhance operations.

Accounting Standards in Cambodia

The Cambodian National Accounting Council (NAC) has adopted the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as Cambodian International Financial Reporting Standards (CIFRS) without modification. CIFRS principles control the creation of financial statements, which comprise the balance sheet, income statement, statement of changes in equity, cash flow statement, and associated notes outlining accounting policies.

The Cambodian Accounting Standards Board, which operates under the NAC, has completely embraced the International Accounting Standards Board's (IASB) IFRS standards. They added the CIFRS without any changes. Furthermore, the NAC has accepted the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as the Cambodian International Financial Reporting Standards for SMEs (CIFRS for SMEs).

Annual Reports

Every company, whatever of size, is required to prepare Paper works in Khmer and to utilize the Khmer Riel for all accounting records. However, if a company conducts business with international companies, it can generate financial statements in English or other foreign currencies.

Businesses are obligated to provide the following services:

• Financial statements: Businesses must provide a detailed report on their financial activity, which includes revenue, spending, assets, and liabilities.
• Directors' comments on the financial statements: The Company’s directors must provide a formal declaration confirming the accuracy and completeness of the financial accounts.
• A formal statement by the director or person in charge of financial management: The director or officer principally responsible for financial management must make a legal statement confirming that they have carried out their responsibilities honestly and in accordance with the applicable legislation.
• Auditor's report: An independent auditor should review the financial accounts and issue a report confirming their correctness and compliance with accounting rules.

Furthermore, after re-registering with the Ministry of Commerce (MOC), all business organizations must submit an Annual Declaration of Commercial Enterprises (ADCEs) using the MOC's online system within three months. This statement acts as an official update on the company's business activity and gives the government essential information.

Auditing Standards in Cambodia

According to the KICPAA, as a member of Cambodia's National Accounting Council (NAC), it actively participates in the process of defining auditing standards. The KICPAA expresses its support for the NAC as well as its approval of the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) as the applicable auditing standards. The KICPAA regulates the execution of these standards within the jurisdiction through the use of quality control guidelines and questionnaires.

Financial Year in Cambodia

The Cambodian fiscal year begins on January 1st and ends on December 31st. Companies that want to diverge from the regular fiscal year can seek authorization from the Ministry of Economy and Finance to use a different accounting period. In the case of newly formed businesses, the fiscal year is calculated from the date of incorporation to December 31st of the same year.

Services Provided by Enterslice

Enterslice assists clients in identifying any anomalies and correcting any non-compliance concerns by analyzing financial information and conducting extensive investigations.

• Internal Audit Services: Enterslice also provides internal audit services, which include analyzing and enhancing the performance of organizations' internal controls and risk management systems. Enterslice analyses flaws in internal processes and makes recommendations for strengthening controls, minimizing risks, and improving operational efficiency through a systematic and impartial examination
• Audit Services: Enterslice specializes in offering full audit services in addition to internal audits. This involves external audits of organizations' financial statements to ensure conformity with applicable accounting standards and regulatory obligations. Enterslice assists firms in maintaining openness and credibility in their financial reporting by conducting thorough checks of financial data.
• Preparation of Financial Statements and Audit: Enterslice also specializes in financial statement audits, which involve examining and validating financial statements to assure their correctness, dependability, and conformity with accounting rules. Enterslice gives assurance to stakeholders about the fairness and transparency of financial reporting by performing extensive evaluations and analyses.
• Global Audit Services: Enterslice aids businesses with cross-border company operations through their worldwide audit services. They have the knowledge to understand international accounting standards and laws, guaranteeing financial reporting compliance and uniformity across jurisdictions.
• Virtual Audit Services: Enterslice embraces digitization and provides virtual audit services, allowing clients to have audits performed remotely. Enterslice conducts audits swiftly and effectively, regardless of regional restrictions, by using technology and secure online platforms.
• Management Services: Enterslice also offers management auditing services with an emphasis on assessing the efficacy of management processes, strategies, and controls. They assist organizations in identifying areas for improvement and implementing steps to improve overall performance and accomplish strategic objectives through systematic reviews.
• Bookkeeping Services: We provide complete bookkeeping services that include the meticulous maintenance of different accounting records. Maintaining accurate and organized financial paperwork, such as cash books, general ledgers, fixed asset registers, and sub-ledgers for accounts receivable and payable, is one of them.
• Accounting Advice and Financial Reporting Services:In addition to auditing, Enterslice provides accounting advice and financial reporting services. They give professional advice on complicated accounting issues, aid with financial statement production, and assure compliance with accounting standards. Enterslice assists organizations in achieving accurate and trustworthy financial reporting by providing practical solutions and technical knowledge.