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The resignation of an auditor involves the formal procedure by which an auditor ceases to be associated with a company and terminates their responsibilities related to auditing the company's financial statements.
According to the Section 142(2) Act, the auditor must file a resignation to the Registrar within thirty days.
If the auditor does not comply with the rules, he/she would be imposed a fine of Rs 50000.
The auditor should provide valid reasons for the resignation in the application file.
The resignation option allows auditors to exercise their professional judgment and maintain their independence in deciding to discontinue their engagement.
Resignation procedures ensure a seamless transition to a new auditor, minimizing disruptions in the auditing process and financial reporting.
A transparent and well-documented resignation process enhances the credibility and trustworthiness of the audit profession and the company.
Yes, an auditor can resign at any time during the financial year by providing a notice in writing to the company.
The resigning auditor is required to provide the company with a resignation letter and file necessary forms with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) within 30 days.
The company must promptly appoint a new auditor to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation. The new auditor should be appointed within 30 days.
The auditor can provide reasons for their resignation if they deem it necessary, but it is not mandatory under the Companies Act.
If the auditor resigns due to dissatisfaction with the company's management or non-compliance, they may be required to report such concerns to the Audit Committee or the RoC, as per the circumstances.
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