Understanding the Client and Performing Analytical Procedures

Prepare a two to three (2 to 3) page report that addresses the requirements specified
in the case for Parts 1 and 2. Include your calculations as part of your analysis and fully explain the

results. Also, include a minimum of two (2) current references to scholarly and/or authoritative sources.
Your report must address all of the following:
Address the overall understanding of the retail and wholesale industries and identified areas that impact
financial reporting.
Analyze Cloud 9’s financial position and its business risks. Include ratios supporting the business analysis.
Identify areas requiring special emphasis during the audit and potential problem areas.
Address materiality in your response.
Use at least two (2) current, quality academic or authoritative sources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia

and similar websites do not qualify as quality scholarly and/or authoritative sources.

Sample Solution