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substantive test

[səbˈstæntɪv test]
nounpl: substantive tests
teste substantivo
1. An audit procedure designed to detect material misstatements in financial statements by examining the actual substance of transactions and account balances
The auditor performed substantive tests on the accounts receivable to verify their existence and valuation.
O auditor realizou testes substantivos sobre as contas a receber para verificar sua existência e avaliação.
2. In auditing, a direct examination of financial data and supporting documents to determine if the recorded amounts are accurate
Substantive tests included confirmation of balances with third parties and physical inspection of assets.
Os testes substantivos incluíram confirmação de saldos com terceiros e inspeção física de ativos.
Synonyms
substantive proceduresubstantive audit proceduredetailed test
Antonyms
control testcompliance testtest of control

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
teste substantivo
Most common term used in Brazilian audit practice
São Paulo
teste substantivo
Standard terminology in major financial centers
Portugal
teste substantivo
Same terminology used in Portuguese audit standards

Related Idioms & Phrases

perform substantive tests
conduct substantive audit procedures
substantive testing of transactions
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