Control Intelligence

AI Analysis Results

Depreciation & AmortizationFixed Assets & Capital Expenditures

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87
/ 100
Strong
Overall Sub-Process Rating
StrongControl is designed well, operating consistently, and monitored.
1 control evaluated5 strengths identified2 gaps identified
Executive Summary

The Depreciation & Amortization process demonstrates a strong control environment with well-designed, consistently operating, and actively monitored controls. Documentation is current, segregation of duties is enforced, and management review is evidenced. Minor opportunities for continuous improvement exist but do not represent material risk.

Strengths
  • Depreciation is calculated consistently using approved useful lives... is consistently executed
  • Key controls are documented in a centralized repository
  • System-enforced controls reduce reliance on manual procedures
  • Segregation of duties is enforced across critical functions
  • Management review is performed on a regular cadence
Gaps
  • Access recertification cadence does not meet policy requirements
  • Remediation timelines are not tracked against defined SLAs
Recommendations
  1. 1Implement a workflow tool that captures reviewer identity and timestamp for all approvals
  2. 2Conduct an annual control design assessment aligned with framework updates
  3. 3Establish a quarterly monitoring schedule with documented results and sign-off
Framework Mapping
COSO 2013
Principle P10
SOX 404
ICFR.FA.DP.01
IIA Standards 2024
IV.9.2

Control-Level Breakdown (1)

FA-DP-01AdequateScore: 81/100
Depreciation is calculated consistently using approved useful lives and methods.
Key Finding

The control is in place and generally operating as intended. Depreciation is calculated consistently using approved useful lives and methods. Minor documentation or timeliness gaps were noted but do not represent material risk.

Recommendation

Enhance documentation and monitoring for: depreciation is calculated consistently using approved useful lives and methods. Ensure review evidence includes timestamps and reviewer identity.

Framework Tags
COSO P10ICFR.FA.DP.01IIA IV.9.2