Illustrative Example Accounting Estimates-Required WP (ECL)
Illustrative Example Accounting Estimates-Required WP (ECL)
Purpose
This example illustrates how the Accounting Estimates - Required Work Paper (KPMG Clara workflow) may be completed for t
Disclaimer
This document is an illustration and a reference for engagement teams. The information contained herein is of a general natu
concluding on risks of material misstatement and the related responses. Accordingly, this illustration does not replace the nee
IS Alert 2020/08
This example is based on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment (the Guidance), which may be found at the fol
IFRS 9 Audit Guidance – Banks: Impairment
Conditions of preparation
For the purpose of this example the following conditions apply:
1. It is assumed the engagement team have completed the 'ECL estimate component work paper - KPMG Clara workflow' to id
2. The tabs '1. Understanding' and '4. Results' have not been completed as an illustrative example. Instead, these tabs include
3. The elements listed in tab '2.Risk assessment' are not an exhaustive list of methods / models, assumptions and data used to
4. Only selective examples are provided for each type of response tab (i.e. a response tab has not been completed for each el
5. The 'data scoping work paper' and 'assumptions grouping work paper' have not been completed as part of this illustrative e
6. Tab '3. Overall approach' has not been completed for this illustrative example, however in line with the Guidance the appro
7. It is assumed that Stage 3 ECL provisions are measured on a collective basis rather than on an individual basis for exposures
Which ECL accounts in the KPMG Clara workflow Library are in-scope for this document? (see Note 1)
- Allowance for impairment loss on loans and advances to banks
- Allowance for impairment loss on loans and advances to customers
- Impairment losses - loans and advances to banks
- Impairment losses - loans and advances to customers
Which risk of material misstatements (RMs) are in-scope for this document?
RMs linked to the 4 ECL accounts are extracted from the KPMG Clara workflow library and are reflected below as 'in-scope'
To expand or minimise scoping below, select the '+' or '-' reflected to the left of the rows displayed.
RM ID
RM ID
Note 1
To expand or minimise answers below, select the '+' or '-' reflected to the left of the rows displayed
See Section 2a of the IFRS 9 Guidance for guidance on ECL accounts and the business process
The IFRS 9 Guidance is designed in a way that helps teams disaggregate the ECL estimate into ECL estimate components, whic
Why are estimate components equivalent to accounts under the IFRS 9 Guidance?
Why do teams need to understand the accounts when considering the substantive procedures?
How do teams conclude on the overall ECL estimate if they have completed multiple estimate component workpapers?
Credit Loss (ECL) - Banking : Illustrative Example - Retail Mortgages
illustrates how the Accounting Estimates - Required Work Paper (KPMG Clara workflow) may be completed for the audit of the 'Expected Credit Los
t is an illustration and a reference for engagement teams. The information contained herein is of a general nature and is not intended to address th
risks of material misstatement and the related responses. Accordingly, this illustration does not replace the need to consider and evidence audit d
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is based on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment (the Guidance), which may be found at the following link:
Guidance – Banks: Impairment
this illustrative example, the below audit process has been followed:
preparation
se of this example the following conditions apply:
ed the engagement team have completed the 'ECL estimate component work paper - KPMG Clara workflow' to identify the ECL estimate componen
Understanding' and '4. Results' have not been completed as an illustrative example. Instead, these tabs include guidance and documentation cons
nts listed in tab '2.Risk assessment' are not an exhaustive list of methods / models, assumptions and data used to develop the ECL estimate for a ret
ve examples are provided for each type of response tab (i.e. a response tab has not been completed for each element that is identified in tab '2. Ri
coping work paper' and 'assumptions grouping work paper' have not been completed as part of this illustrative example. However, this illustrative e
rall approach' has not been completed for this illustrative example, however in line with the Guidance the approach taken is to test and evaluate th
ed that Stage 3 ECL provisions are measured on a collective basis rather than on an individual basis for exposures in Stage 3.
counts in the KPMG Clara workflow Library are in-scope for this document? (see Note 1)
for impairment loss on loans and advances to banks
for impairment loss on loans and advances to customers
nt losses - loans and advances to banks
nt losses - loans and advances to customers
RM Description RM Class
RM Description RM Class
minimise answers below, select the '+' or '-' reflected to the left of the rows displayed
a of the IFRS 9 Guidance for guidance on ECL accounts and the business process
idance is designed in a way that helps teams disaggregate the ECL estimate into ECL estimate components, which are equivalent to accounts loaded
mate components?
s conclude on the overall ECL estimate if they have completed multiple estimate component workpapers?
e audit of the 'Expected Credit Loss' estimate for a retail mortgage portfolio at a bank, performed in accordance with IFRS 9. This is not intended to
e and is not intended to address the circumstances of any particular audit engagement. This illustration is not an exhaustive example. It may not inc
d to consider and evidence audit documentation in the engagement team's risk assessment and response based on entity-specific facts, circumstan
consider how to incorporate the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment (the Guidance) into their audit approach. This consideration wou
ch may be found in the alert at the following link:
entify the ECL estimate components. This is completed prior to completing the Accounting Estimates - Required Work Paper (as shown above).
guidance and documentation considerations that are designed to assist engagement teams when completing these tabs for their engagements.
develop the ECL estimate for a retail mortgage portfolio. The engagement team identifies elements based on their engagement specific facts and c
ment that is identified in tab '2. Risk assessment').
xample. However, this illustrative example assumes the engagement team has completed these work papers.
ach taken is to test and evaluate the entity's process for developing the estimate.
in Stage 3.
impacts of COVID-19, however for the purposes of this illustrative example we have assumed there is still a greater degree of economic
or 'out of scope'.
Commonly
Estimate Applicable Account name (Note 1)
audit approach. This consideration would include how the guidance can be incorporated into the 'Accounting Estimates -
Objective: The Accounting Estimates - Required Work Paper facilitates the required procedures and documentation for auditing a single estimate in accordance with KAEG.
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Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use
of the Estimates work paper.
NOTE: This tab has not been completed as an illustrative example, instead this tab includes guidance and documentation
considerations to assist teams when completing this tab for the ECL estimate.
Estimate description
Example documentation: The estimate is the expected credit loss (ECL) for the entity's retail mortgage portfolio, which is required
retail mortgage portfolio. This includes both 12-month ECLs and lifetime-ECLs, where there has been a significant increase in credit
Estimate RMMs
RMM ID RMM Description
109.8.02 An inappropriate amount is estimated and recorded for the expected credit losses (ECL) allowance for
financial assets or contracts.
Understand the entity and its environment, including the entity's ICFR related to the accounting estim
If identified during our general risk assessment procedures specific to this accounting estimate and/or disclosure, document our un
Transactions or other events and conditions that may give rise to the need for, or changes in, the accounting
estimate to be recognized or disclosed in the financial statements.
The nature and extent of oversight and governance in place over management’s process for making the accounting
estimate and/or disclosure.
How management identifies the need for, and applies, specialized skills or knowledge related to the accounting
estimate, including with respect to the use of a specialist.
How the entity’s risk assessment process identifies and addresses risks related to the accounting estimate and/or
disclosure, including its susceptibility to management bias.
Matters identified during the RAPD or during other risk assessment procedures.
Document our understanding of the process, including the individual methods, assumptions and data, by which the accounting esti
Engagement teams may reference here to their walkthrough documented at the relevant 1. Understanding screen in the KPMG Cla
disclosures and business processes and Chapter 4.3 in Section 2c. Risk assessment: CERAMIC of the Guidance.
In addition to items that engagement teams would normally understand as part of their walkthrough, for accounting estimates the
- identifies the relevant methods / models, assumptions or sources of data, and changes to them, that are appropriate in the conte
• selects or designs, and applies, the methods used, including the use of models;
• selects the assumptions to be used, including consideration of alternatives, and identifies relevant assumptions; and
• selects the data to be used.
- performs a retrospective review of the estimate and responds to the results of that retrospective review (documented at 'Perform
- understands the degree of estimation uncertainty, including through considering the range of possible measurement outcomes (
- addresses the estimation uncertainty, including selecting a point estimate and related disclosures for inclusion in the financial sta
- identifies when to use, and apply, specialised skills or knowledge related to accounting estimates (documented under 'Managem
The engagement team also identifies and obtains an understanding of the elements of the ECL estimate as part of their walkthroug
1. method(s) / model(s);
2. assumptions; and
3. data
Engagement teams also understand how these elements are applied together to obtain the estimate value. Teams obtain an unde
misstatement associated with them and design an appropriate audit response.
Note: Refer to the KAEG appendix for the specific activities we perform to understand the process. If this understanding is documen
diagram). Otherwise, document our understanding in the above textbox (which should include inquiry and either observation or insp
Identify the individual methods, assumptions and data used in the process on 2. Risk assessment.
Document the requirements of the applicable financial reporting framework (including the recognition criteria, measurement base
the entity and its environment.
The recognition and measurement requirements for ECLs are in IFRS 9 Financial Instruments. The requirements for presentation an
team to document the requirements of IFRS 9 they may use the 'IFRS 9 Technical Decisions log' which is available on the IFRS 9 Gl
Recognition:
- IFRS 9.5.5.1 requires that an entity recognises a loss allowance for expected credit losses on a financial asset that is measured at a
financial guarantee contract to which the impairment requirements apply.
- The impairment model in IFRS 9 is an expected loss model, which means that it is not necessary for a loss event to occur before a
Measurement:
- ECLs are a probability-weighted estimate of credit losses over the expected life of the financial instrument. Credit losses are the p
- The measurement of ECLs reflects: (a) an unbiased probability-weighted amount; (b) the time value of money; and (c) reasonabl
conditions and forecasts of future economic conditions [IFRS 9.5.5.17].
- IFRS 9 does not prescribe a single method to measure ECLs. The methods used to measure ECLs may vary based on the type of fin
- For requirements related to the measurement of ECLs, please see:
• 12-month ECLs vs lifetime ECLs: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.40.
• Definition of default: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.50.
• Significant increase in credit risk: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.60.
• Period over which to measure ECLs: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.200.
• Individual vs collective basis: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.250.
• Discount rate: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.220.
• Forward looking information: See Insights into IFRS, Chapter 7.8.238.
Presentation and disclosure requirements:
See pgs. 10-11 of Section 4e. Disclosures of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment for an overview of the present
For related presentation and disclosure requirements, cross reference to the appropriate disclosure checklist may be provided if the
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How it is used
Service organization(s) used in the accounting estimate (including for which elements)
[Ref] [Identify each service organization or write NONE]
Insert rows as needed
Document how management addresses estimation uncertainty, including selecting a point estimate and related
disclosures for inclusion in the financial statements.
Has management taken the appropriate steps to understand and address estimation uncertainty?
Perform each of the following procedures to address the risk:
Request management to perform additional procedures to understand estimation uncertainty or to address it by
reconsidering the selection of their point estimate or considering providing additional disclosures relating to the
estimation uncertainty. Document and evaluate management's response.
If management's response does not sufficiently address estimation uncertainty, develop an auditor's point
estimate or range, to the extent possible, by selecting "Develop an independent expectation for comparison to
the entity's estimate" as the substantive approach to test the accounting estimate.
Document how management reviews the outcomes or re-estimations of the previous accounting estimate and how
they respond to the results of that review. If management did not perform a retrospective review, evaluate the
implications of such on our ability to rely on controls and on our assessment of inherent risk.
Do the judgments and decisions made by management in the prior year indicate possible management bias,
including indicators of fraud?
If change in estimate:
Document rationale that the difference represents a change in estimate.
ontext as to intended use
portfolio, which is required under the impairment model in IFRS 9. The ECL estimate predicts the present value of cash shortfalls over the expected life
significant increase in credit risk (SICR) since initial recognition.
The accounts documented here align to those documented in the library in the KPMG Clara workflow (KCw). It is recomm
Current that engagement Prior Change
teams complete the ISG's ECL estimate component work paper - KPMG % Change
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Global Audit Guidance page. The template provides documentation guidelines - for teams to disaggregate
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estimate components based on the shared credit risk characteristics of the portfolios held by the bank. Once teams have
determined the components of the estimate it is suggested that teams create NEW accounts in KCw, essentially disaggreg
- -
default ECL accounts into the components - in auditing the components of an estimate
of an estimate. This will help teams
separately in the workflow.
See Section 2a. Accounts, disclosures and business processes for further guidance on disaggregating the KCw accounts i
estimate components.
disclosure, document our understanding and their impact on our identification and assessment of the RMM(s).
unting Consider:
- The financial instruments that give rise to the recognition of ECLs:
● financial assets that are debt instruments measured at amortised cost or FVOCI;
● loan commitments issued that are not measured at FVTLP;
● financial guarantee contracts issued that are in the scope of IFRS 9 and are not measured at FVTPL.
- Whether there have been changes in the internal and external environment that may give rise to changes in the ECL estimate, this ma
● new products (e.g. new transactions);
● new markets (e.g. the entity has previously operated only in a single market, but in the current period has entered a new market);
● changes in the macro-economic environment (e.g. downturn in the economy);
● changes in the creditworthiness of counterparties (e.g. changes in the risk of default that may result in a significant increase in credit r
changes in markets in which the entity is exposed; and
● changes in the composition of the underlying portfolio.
See Section 2b. Risk assessment: Entity and its environment of the Guidance for further guidance.
See Chapter 3 of Section 2b. Risk assessment: Entity and it's environment of the Guidance for a listing of supervisory authorities and
publications relating to ECL. The engagement team considers what supervisory guidance is applicable to their entity and engagement.
Supervisory guidance issued by local regulatory bodies is also considered by the team.
e accounting Consider the CERAMIC controls the entity has in place over the oversight and governance of the ECL estimate. The engagement team m
reference to the relevant CERAMIC controls documented in the KPMG Clara workflow. This may include:
- Board or audit committee and/or risk subcommittee that has ultimate oversight over the measurement and assessment of ECLs.
- Management oversight committees (e.g. Credit Risk Committee, Model Risk Committee and Impairment Committee) that oversee the
preparation and development of ECLs.
- IFRS 9 Policies that are reviewed and approved on a periodic basis, this may include:
● credit risk policy: outlines the entity's overall approach to credit risk, including its risk appetite and procedures and standards to mana
risk.
● IFRS 9 accounting policy: outlines the entity's interpretation of accounting standards as it relates to IFRS 9.
● IFRS 9 model development standards: the specifications on which the entity's models have been developed.
● IFRS 9 impairment framework: details the entity's defined methodology to comply with IFRS 9 and its related accounting policy (e.g. k
judgements inherent in its accounting policy).
● Significant increase in credit risk (SICR) policy: details the entity's methodology over SICR in compliance with IFRS 9 and its related acc
policy (e.g. key judgements inherent in its accounting policy).
● IFRS 9 model monitoring standards: outlines the entity's policy and procedures over model monitoring (e.g. details of the entity's mod
monitoring control).
- Model governance framework:
● given the extensive use of models in measuring ECLs, most entities will have a model governance framework in place to ensure that m
are developed, implemented, monitored and validated in line with the requirements of IFRS 9 and the entity's internal policies.
See Chapter 2 of Section 2c: Risk assessment: CERAMIC of the Guidance for further guidance.
counting The engagement team understands how management uses specialists or third parties (other than specialists, e.g. service organisations)
of their walkthrough of the process to develop the ECL estimate. The engagement team documents the management's specialists (if any
involved in the development of the ECL estimate. This may include:
- Economists that develop the macro-economic forecasts;
- Property valuers that value collateral used in the loss given default (LGD);
- External vendors that develop ECL models.
See Chapter 2.1 of Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities of the Guidance for further guidance.
ate and/or Consider the CERAMIC controls in place at the entity over the risk assessment related to the ECL estimate. The engagement team may r
to the relevant CERAMIC controls documented in KPMG Clara workflow. This may include:
- The entity's credit risk assessment process, see Chapter 3.2.1 of Section 2c. Risk assessment: CERAMIC of the Guidance.
- Review and approval of the proportionality framework, see Chapter 3.2.2 of Section 2c. Risk assessment: CERAMIC of the Guidance.
- The entity's fraud risk assessment, see Chapter 3.2.3 of Section 2c. Risk assessment: CERAMIC of the Guidance.
Engagement teams may reference to their documented RAPD in their KPMG Clara workflow file. The engagement team may also note h
matters identified in the RAPD relating to the ECL estimate. Some examples of matters discussed in the RAPD may include:
- Changes to the entity's methods / models, assumptions and data from the prior period.
- Changes in the internal or external environment (e.g. changes in the macro-economic environment).
- Model monitoring or model validation results in the current period.
- Fraud risk relating to the ECL estimate.
for accounting estimates they also understand a few additional items, including how management:
are appropriate in the context of the applicable financial reporting framework, including how management:
ssumptions; and
ew (documented at 'Perform and evaluate a retrospective review of the accounting estimate' below);
e measurement outcomes (documented at 'Understand how management understands and addresses estimation uncertainty' below);
inclusion in the financial statements (documented at 'Understand how management understands and addresses estimation uncertainty' below); and
cumented under 'Management's specialist(s) used in the accounting estimate' below).
e as part of their walkthrough. These include the:
alue. Teams obtain an understanding of the elements of an estimate, in sufficient detail so that they are able to identify and assess the differing risks of
s understanding is documented in the relevant business process, refer to that documentation (e.g. flowchart, narrative, walkthrough, and/or
nd either observation or inspection).
criteria, measurement bases, and the related presentation and disclosure requirements 1), and how they apply in the context of the nature and circums
irements for presentation and disclosures of ECLs are in IFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures and IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements. To assi
is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. The relevant IFRS and Insights references have been included below.
al asset that is measured at amortised cost or fair value through other comprehensive income, a lease receivable, a contract asset or a loan commitmen
loss event to occur before an impairment loss is recognised (Insights into IFRS, 7.8.2.10).
ment. Credit losses are the present value of expected cash shortfalls (Insights into IFRS, 7.8.160.110).
of money; and (c) reasonable and supportable information that is available without undue cost or effort at the reporting date about past events, curren
vary based on the type of financial asset and the information available (Insights into IFRS, 7.8.160.30).
cklist may be provided if the disclosure checklist contains the relevant information. Otherwise, document requirements in the above textbox.
The calculation frequency is entity specific. The calculation frequency will typically align to the entity's reporting requirements, this may be monthly,
quarterly or annually.
For ECLs, management's estimation process typically determines a point estimate (i.e. the output of management's process to record or disclose the EC
estimate in the financial statements after all data and assumptions have been selected and applied to the method / model, including any adjustments t
the output).
How it is used Due to it's complex nature and extensive data requirements, in most entities management will use informati
ding for which elements) (IT) in developing the ECL estimate, specifically around the use of models. Therefore controls relevant to the
to include general IT controls (GTICs) and application controls. It is recommended that the engagement team
specific team member with expertise in IRM to assist, see Sections 2c. Risk assessment: CERAMIC and 2d. R
assessment: Related activities of the Guidance.
How it is used
ding for which elements) A significant amount of data may be obtained from service organisations in the measurement of ECLs. The e
identify the use of service organisations as part of their walkthrough to understand the process to develop t
Where a service organisation is used, the engagement team considers how to obtain evidence concerning th
operation of controls performed by them. See KAEG-I, ISA 402 for guidance.
How it is used
ding for which elements) Due to its complex nature, management may use a range of internal and external specialist's to assist in dev
estimate. These may include economists, property valuers and lawyers. Where a management's specialist is
engagement teams apply the guidance in KAEG-I, ISA 500. Additionally, where management uses a specialist
engagement team considers whether to engage a KPMG Specialist or a specific team member.
nty
sidering the Examples of how management have understood the degree of estimation uncertainty associated with the ECL estimate may include the
following:
- Performing a sensitivity analysis to determine the effect of changes in the assumptions and data on the ECL estimate.
- Performing back-testing over the output of the IFRS 9 credit risk models (e.g. PD, LGD or EAD), and responding to the results of back-te
- Performing benchmarking of the modelled output or assumptions to external sources (e.g. macro-economic assumptions benchmarke
central bank forecasts), or other ECL estimates and portfolios within the entity.
- Considering alternative methods / models, assumptions and data in making their selection of the elements to use in developing the EC
estimate.
Disclosures:
The disclosures required by the financial reporting framework that assist management to address estimation uncertainty in the financia
statements include:
• IFRS 7.35F: credit risk management practices;
• IFRS 7.35G: explanation of inputs, assumptions and estimation techniques used to measure the 12-month and lifetime ECLs; and
• IAS 1.125 and IAS 1.129: information about the assumptions that management makes about the future, and other major sources of es
uncertainty at the reporting date, that have a significant risk of resulting in a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and
with the next financial year. This may be presented as the sensitivity of carrying amounts to the methods, assumptions and estimates un
their calculation, including the reasons for the sensitivity.
These disclosures enable management to explain how they determined the point ECL estimate that is disclosed in the financial statemen
certain circumstances where there is more uncertainty around the estimate, such as during a global pandemic, additional disclosures be
those explicitly required by IFRS 7 and IAS 1 may be necessary to achieve fair presentation. See Section 4e. Disclosures of the Guidance
o address it by If based on the evidence obtained and using judgement, the engagement team determines that management has not taken the approp
elating to the steps to understand and address estimation uncertainty of ECLs, then the team asks management to:
1. Perform additional procedures to understand estimation uncertainty or to address it by reconsidering the selection of the ECL estima
Additional procedures may include
• performing a sensitivity analysis to understand the impact on the ECL estimate from changes in the assumptions and/or data;
• performing back-testing over the output of the IFRS 9 credit risk models and responding to the results of back-testing to understand if
methods / models, assumptions and data are appropriate;
• performing benchmarking of the modelled output and/or assumptions to determine whether more appropriate alternatives exist.
2. Consider providing additional disclosures relating to estimation uncertainty in the financial statements (see Section 4e. Disclosures o
Guidance for guidance on disclosures that address estimation uncertainty).
's point Developing an independent expectation of the accounting estimate is only performed to the extent possible (KAEG-I, ISA 540.13-15 | 1.
mparison to "What if management has not taken appropriate steps to understand or address estimation uncertainty?"). Given the nature of the ECL
developing an independent expectation may be challenging.
Where developing an independent expectation is not possible, the engagement team assess the impact of management not sufficiently
addressing estimation uncertainty on their risk assessment and audit response. Additionally, engagement teams evaluate whether a defi
internal controls exists, and if so, communicates this to those charged with governance in accordance with the applicable communicatio
requirements, this is documented in the row below.
If a control deficiency is identified see KAEG -I, ISA 330.16-17 | 4 Conclude on our assessment of control risk for further guidance.
Yes
mate and how For ECLs, it is not common for management to perform a retrospective review on the overall estimate. Instead, the entity may perform
uate the retrospective review for specific portfolios, ECL components or assumptions. Most banks will have in place a model monitoring control w
typically performs back-testing to compare the modelled output with actual data to assess the predictive capability of the model. This m
performed for the portfolio as a whole or for different stages or segments of the portfolio. For a retail mortgage portfolio, this may inclu
- LGD: comparing the predicted LGDs to historical realised losses.
- PD: comparing the predicted PDs with the observed default rates.
For further details on how this may be performed, see Chapter 1.2.4 in Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities of the Guidance
Another area where management may perform back-testing over the ECL estimate is over the macro-economic forecasts. To perform th
retrospective review, management generally observes the actual outcome of the economic forecasts in the historical environment. If th
variances outside the entity's specified tolerance levels, then management challenges the economists and risk managers to understand
there is a flaw in the forecasting process, misalignment of parameters or any bias. For an example of how this may be performed, see C
1.2.4 in Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities of the Guidance.
If management has not performed a retrospective review, or their retrospective review is inappropriate, this may impact the engageme
ability to rely on controls and on their assessment of inherent risk related to methods/ models, assumptions and/or data. For example,
entity does not perform a retrospective review over the PD model, then management's risk assessment may be inappropriate because t
no indication of the model's accuracy at predicting results. This may result in the entity using an inaccurate / inappropriate model, resul
inappropriate ECL estimate. See Chapter 1.2.3 in Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities of the Guidance.
Due to the nature of the ECL estimate, it is challenging to perform a retrospective review over the ECL estimate as whole. Instead of the
retrospective review typically focuses on the outcomes of individual ECL models (e.g. PD, LGD and EAD) and assumptions.
It is recommended the engagement team leverage management's retrospective review, where appropriate. See 'Leveraging the entity's
retrospective review' in Chapter 1.3.3 of Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities for guidance. If the engagement team is unable
leverage management's retrospective review, they may perform their own. See 'Performing your own retrospective review' in Chapter
Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities.
ng estimate The retrospective review may assist the engagement team to assess the inherent risk factors related to the ECL elements. For example,
significant variance between the forecasted GDP parameter and the actual GDP parameter due to changes in global trade agreements w
management could not have predicted. As such, the engagement team notes there is a high degree of estimation uncertainty associated
macro-economic forecast. See Chapter 1.4 of Section 2d. Risk assessment: Related activities for further guidance.
In 'Tab 2. Risk Assessment' of this illustrative example, the model 'Retail mortgages - Forced Sale Discount (FSD)' was recalibrated in the
period due to the results of back-testing performed by management in the prior period, which determined the model was underpredicti
FSD. The results of this back-testing have been reflected in the risk assessment for the model, we have noted there is a greater degree o
estimation uncertainty associated with the model as the model was unable to accurately predicted the FSD in the prior period. See Tab
Assessment for further details.
t bias, Document the bias indicators, their impact on our identification and assessment of the RMM(s) and whether the circumsta
producing such bias represent a fraud risk.
If there is a significant variance between the actual outcome and the estimated outcome, or there is consistent variance (e
PD model consistently under-predicts the probability of default), this may indicate management was biased in their judgem
when selecting the methods / models, assumptions and/or data used to develop the ECL estimate. If the engagement team
identifies possible bias on the part of management, they then evaluate whether the circumstances producing such bias rep
an RMM due to fraud and consider the impact on the audit approach.
nd assessment of ECLs.
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CL estimate.
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Assess whether the RM related to the selection of the methods gives rise to a RMM and determine a
Always complete this section.
Please note this is provided as an example only, this is not a complete list of method(s) / model(s) used to de
methods / models used to develop the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be a
engagement specific facts and circumstances (e.g. stage allocation, probability of survival, credit risk rating et
relevant to every ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio. In this example we identify methods / models
segments or sub-sections of the method / model such as regulatory base model and IFRS 9 adaptations.
The inherent risk assessment reflected in this example are based on the facts and circumstances of the illust
circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the engagement team performs their inherent risk ass
Stage 3 ECLs:
Please note for this example, we have assumed that Stage 3 ECLs are measured on a collective basis rather than on an
has not been identified below.
Definition of default:
The definition of default is a management decision that is made as part of the entity's methods / models. Generally, m
accounting policy and ECL method, which is applied in the relevant models (e.g. the PD model). As such, relevant audit
method / model, see tab 'M1 - PD Model'.
Identify the methods used to develop the estimate and identify risk considerations, if applicable.
Please note this is provided as an example only, this is not a complete list of assumptions used to develop th
used to develop the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional assumpti
and circumstances (e.g. credit risk rating). Additionally, the assumptions identified below may not be relevan
The inherent risk assessment reflected in this example are based on the facts and circumstances of the illust
the circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the engagement team performs their inherent ris
circumstances.
Correctly classifying the information used to develop the ECL estimate as an assumption or data can be an ar
Section 4d. Data of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks : Impairment. may assist teams to may this det
may assist teams in maying this determination.
Identify the assumptions used to develop the estimate and identify risk considerations, if applicable.
Assumption
ID Identify the assumption
The period of historical data used to develop the
A1 model contains sufficient variation so that the
correlations established within the model are
appropriate
Central scenario: Internally developed GDP forecast
A2 (1 year forecast)
Please see Section 4c: Assumptions of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance -
Banks : Impairment.
A3 Central scenario: Internally developed
unemployment rate forecast (1 year forecast)
A7 Downside scenario 1
A8 Probability weighting for central scenario is 50%
The management overlay in this example is posted to adjust for a late-breaking event (discovery of a ne
COVID-19 variant between the between the entity establishing and validating its ECL results and the
reporting date). To adjust for this late-breaking event, management has adjusted the previous probabili
weightings for each of the macro-economic scenarios. This is shown in A12, A13 and A14.
Assess whether the RM related to the selection of the data gives rise to a RMM and determine an ap
Always complete this section.
Under the IFRS 9 Guidance, it is suggested that engagement teams identify and group data into 'ECL data card
estimate. To assist engagement teams with the identification and grouping of data, it is suggested that engag
available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page.
The 'Data scoping work paper' is completed ahead of completing the below table, as the grouped 'ECL data c
The data scoping work paper allows engagement teams to group data based on similar risk characteristics. T
― borrower-specific data or macro-economic data;
― internal data or external data;
― historical data, current data or forecast data;
― static data or dynamic data;
― direct data or proxy data; and
― calibrated data or non-calibrated data.
The 'ECL data cards' allow engagement teams to aggregate similar data (based on the above characteristics)
data elements are not required to be documented and instead groups of similar data are risk assessed.
See Section 4d. Data of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment for further guidance on groupi
Please note this is provided as an example only, this is not a complete list of data used to develop the ECL es
the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional data teams consider and i
The inherent risk assessment reflected in this example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustra
circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the engagement team performs their inherent risk ass
circumstances.
Correctly classifying the information used to develop the ECL estimate as an assumption or data can be an ar
Section 4d. Data of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment may assist teams to make this dete
may assist teams in making this determination.
Identify the data used to develop the estimate and identify risk considerations, if applicable.
As noted above, where the engagement team uses the 'Data scoping work paper', they would have
identified various 'ECL Data cards'. Each 'ECL Data card' consists of a number of RDE's.
For example, this card consists of the following RDE's (as can be seen on the 'Data response- Internal'
tab):
- Location
- Product type
- Date of initial recognition
- Maturity Date
- Notional Amount
- Interest payment dates
- Contractual interest rate
- Collateral type
- Currency denomination
The RDE's listed are all borrower-specific, historic, static, internal data and hence can be grouped
together.
DC2 Historical and current macro-economic data
EIR is generally considered derived data under ISA 540 (Revised) - i.e.
Information obtained by applying analytical or interpretive techniques to
data is referred to as derived data when such techniques have a well-
established theoretical basis and therefore less need for management
judgment.
Generally, the EIR calculation is not complex and it does not involve
management judgement. Hence the EIR is considered data.
DC6 Current loan data
DC7 Behavioural life (i.e. period of exposure)
In this example, the behavioural life has been identified as data as it is the contractual period. However,
may be circumstances where the behavioural life is identified as an assumption. These are:
a. for revolving credit facilities, such as credit cards, an entity measures ECLs over the period for which it
exposed to credit risk, even if that period extends beyond the maximum contractual period (Insights into
18th Edition 2021/22, 7.8.205).
b. where the entity measures ECLs over a period less than the contractual period as this reflects the per
over which there is exposure to credit risk. For example, the contractual period for an entity's mortgage
portfolio is 20 years; however due to customers typically making prepayments on their mortgages, repa
is made before the contractual maturity date. As such, the actual period over which the entity is expose
credit risk is less than the contractual period and management exercises judgement to determine the pe
of exposure. See pg.51 of Section 4c. Assumptions of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairm
for further guidance.
DC8 Data with no audit response required [See data
scoping WP at <XX>]
1. Alternative data or sources exist | 2. There is a risk that the data may be insufficiently precise and detailed for use in the estimate | 3. The data
used in the prior period
Assess whether the RM related to the application of the methods, assumptions and data is a RMM an
Always complete this section.
The engagement team identifies different aspects of the ECL estimate that warrant separate response levels
methods / models, assumptions and data. This may include the following:
- the calculations within a model, including the model code used
- the model integrity, including maintaining the integrity of assumptions and data.
In this example, we have identified a different aspect for each model identified under the Element RMM: Sel
models is inappropriate. Each aspect relates to the accurate application of the calculations within the model
of the assumptions and data. Engagement teams may break these aspects down further depending on the a
models.
Please note this is provided as an example only, this is not a complete list of aspects used to develop the ECL
have identified key aspects used to develop the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there
teams consider and identify for their engagement specific facts and circumstances.
The inherent risk assessment reflected in this example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustra
assessment decisions in this tab do not reflect the circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the
their inherent risk assessment based on their engagement specific facts and circumstances.
Please note this is provided as an example only, this is not a complete list of aspects used to develop the ECL
have identified key aspects used to develop the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there
teams consider and identify for their engagement specific facts and circumstances.
The inherent risk assessment reflected in this example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustra
assessment decisions in this tab do not reflect the circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the
their inherent risk assessment based on their engagement specific facts and circumstances.
Identify the individual aspects of the estimate that pertain to the application of the methods, assumptions and data and identify ri
Is the accounting estimate a critical accounting estimate that management is including in MD&A?
Document our understanding of how management analysed the sensitivity of its significant assumptions to change based on other
We have assessed the inherent risk of at least one RMM as significant for the critical accounting estimate.
out this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use of the Estimates work paper.
ection of the methods gives rise to a RMM and determine an appropriate audit response for the individual methods
nly, this is not a complete list of method(s) / model(s) used to develop the ECL estimate. In this example, we have identified key
stimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional methods / models teams consider and identify for the
(e.g. stage allocation, probability of survival, credit risk rating etc.). Additionally, the methods / models identified below may no
ortgages portfolio. In this example we identify methods / models on a holistic basis (e.g. the entire PD model) rather than identi
odel such as regulatory base model and IFRS 9 adaptations.
s example are based on the facts and circumstances of the illustrative entity. The risk assessment decisions in this tab do not re
ment and the engagement team performs their inherent risk assessment based on their engagement specific facts and circums
hat Stage 3 ECLs are measured on a collective basis rather than on an individual basis for exposures in Stage 3. As such, an individual Stage
cision that is made as part of the entity's methods / models. Generally, management determines the SICR criteria as part of the entity's acc
levant models. For this example, we have assumed SICR criteria is determined and applied within the entity's methods / models (e.g. the P
/ staging criteria are performed as part of the related method / model, see tab 'M1 - PD Model'.
on that is made as part of the entity's methods / models. Generally, management determines the definition of default as part of the entity'
ied in the relevant models (e.g. the PD model). As such, relevant audit procedures over the definition of default are performed as part of th
made to the output of the model | 3. There is a lag period between the calculation of an estimate and the measurement date | 4. There have been changes in circumstan
ection of the assumptions gives rise to a RMM and determine an appropriate audit response for the individual assump
only, this is not a complete list of assumptions used to develop the ECL estimate. In this example, we have identified key assump
mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional assumption teams consider and identify for their engagement specific fa
dditionally, the assumptions identified below may not be relevant to every ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio
s example are based on the facts and circumstances of the illustrative entity. The risk assessment decisions in this tab do not re
gagement and the engagement team performs their inherent risk assessment based on their engagement specific facts and
develop the ECL estimate as an assumption or data can be an area of challenge for teams. The information decision tree on pg
Guidance - Banks : Impairment. may assist teams to may this determination. Additionally, the ISG's Examples of IFRS 9 assumpti
on.
ection of the data gives rise to a RMM and determine an appropriate audit response for the individual data
at engagement teams identify and group data into 'ECL data cards' given the large volume of data involved in developing the EC
he identification and grouping of data, it is suggested that engagement teams complete the 'Data scoping work paper' which is
e page.
ahead of completing the below table, as the grouped 'ECL data cards' are identified and documented below.
ment teams to group data based on similar risk characteristics. The characteristics outlined in the work paper are as follows:
c data;
ta;
s to aggregate similar data (based on the above characteristics) ahead of including this in the estimate workpaper so that indiv
ented and instead groups of similar data are risk assessed.
dit Guidance - Banks: Impairment for further guidance on grouping data.
nly, this is not a complete list of data used to develop the ECL estimate. In this example, we have identified key data used to dev
olio, however there may be additional data teams consider and identify for their engagement specific facts and circumstances.
s example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustrative entity. The risk assessment decisions in this tab do not refle
ment and the engagement team performs their inherent risk assessment based on their engagement specific facts and
develop the ECL estimate as an assumption or data can be an area of challenge for teams. The information decision tree on pg.
Guidance - Banks: Impairment may assist teams to make this determination. Additionally, the ISG's Examples of IFRS 9 assumpti
on.
s over a period less than the contractual period as this reflects the period
edit risk. For example, the contractual period for an entity's mortgage
to customers typically making prepayments on their mortgages, repayment
aturity date. As such, the actual period over which the entity is exposed to
ual period and management exercises judgement to determine the period
4c. Assumptions of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment
Per the 'Data scoping work paper' - where teams have assessed and
documented that the data does not require an audit response( as
there is a remote chance of material misstatement occurring) the
team may group and present the data as one line item (i.e. 'Data -
no audit response) in Tab 2. Risk assessment. Teams would still need
to risk assess the data alongside as reflected - however, the Internal
response would be noted as 'none'.
plication of the methods, assumptions and data is a RMM and determine an appropriate audit response for the aspec
pects of the ECL estimate that warrant separate response levels for the application of the
his may include the following:
he model code used
he integrity of assumptions and data.
nt aspect for each model identified under the Element RMM: Selection of the methods /
to the accurate application of the calculations within the model and maintaining the integrity
eams may break these aspects down further depending on the application risk within the
nly, this is not a complete list of aspects used to develop the ECL estimate. In this example, we
the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional aspects
ment specific facts and circumstances.
s example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustrative entity. The risk
ct the circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the engagement team performs
r engagement specific facts and circumstances.
nly, this is not a complete list of aspects used to develop the ECL estimate. In this example, we
the ECL estimate for a retail mortgages portfolio, however there may be additional aspects
ment specific facts and circumstances.
s example is based on the facts and circumstances of the illustrative entity. The risk
ct the circumstances of any particular audit engagement and the engagement team performs
r engagement specific facts and circumstances.
tain to the application of the methods, assumptions and data and identify risk considerations, if applicable.
Degree of:
High
High
Low
High
Low
Moderate
nt in the aggregate for the methods, assumptions and data for which we have determined do not require a response.
rd which requires no audit response. This data card represents data elements that the engagement team has assessed as having a remote risk of materi
not result in a material misstatement to the ECL estimate. As such, the engagement team has assessed there is no risk of material misstatement in aggr
alysed the sensitivity of its significant assumptions to change based on other reasonably likely outcomes that would have a material effect in its financia
e | 4. There have been changes in circumstances that suggest a need to revise the method | 5. Management made changes from the method used in the prior period
ponse for the individual assumptions
mented below.
the work paper are as follows:
ccounts or disclosures such that there is a risk it is internally inconsistent with data used elsewhere | 4. There have been changes in circumstances that suggest a need to
Assess likelihood and magnitude of the risk of misstatement considering all aspects of the application of the methods,
assumptions and data individually and in the aggregate.
The calculations within the IFRS 9 credit risk models are complex. The models establish complex statistical relationships
between a significant amount of data and assumptions. Additionally, the loan portfolio is significantly greater than materiality,
as such the likelihood of a material misstatement due to error from the inappropriate application of the methods / models,
assumptions and data is significant.
Given the flow of assumptions and data into the models is automated and the calculations within the models themselves are
automated and there is no manual intervention, the engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of fraud as none.
sessed as having a remote risk of material misstatement. As noted above, even if all the data
no risk of material misstatement in aggregate for the elements which do not require an audit
Degree of:
changes in circumstances that suggest a need to revise the data | 5. Management made changes from the data
Note: If the inherent risk (either due to error or fraud) for the Element RMM and response level for at least one aspect of the application do not corr
inherent risk for the Element RMM or our response levels for the aspects of the application, as necessary, to be consistent.
x statistical relationships
ficantly greater than materiality,
tion of the methods / models,
Generally, the inherent risk of error and the inherent risk of fraud are consistent with the respons
method / model under the Element RM: Selection of the method / model is inappropriate abov
example below.
However, the team assesses the inherent risk of error and the inherent risk of fraud for the Elem
model, assumptions and data is inappropriate independently of their assessment related to the
there may be cases where the inherent risk of error and/or the inherent risk of fraud is different
method / model under the Element RM: Selection of the method / model is inappropriate e.g. '
example below.
model, assumptions and data is inappropriate independently of their assessment related to the
there may be cases where the inherent risk of error and/or the inherent risk of fraud is different
method / model under the Element RM: Selection of the method / model is inappropriate e.g. '
example below.
For this example, we have documented the justification for each inherent risk factor in the 'Ratio
to document their justification on the inherent risk factors and audit response in accompanying w
work papers.
Identify the individual aspects of application that give rise to base, elevated and significant risk individually and in com
Response level to address the:
Assess likelihood and magnitude of the risk of misstatement considering the methods individually and in the aggregate.
The calculation of the ECL relies on IFRS 9 credit risk models which are complex due to the large volume of
assumptions and data utilised in the models, and the complex statistical relationships embedded within the
models. Additionally, a number of the models are associated with a higher degree of uncertainity as they are
designed to predict future events and conditions, including outcomes in the external macro-economic
environment, and for lifetime ECLs this is over a period of 20 years. Additionally, the loan portfolio is greater
than performance materiality and the inappropriate selection of a method/model could result in a material
misstatement on the overall ECL estimate. As such, we have assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant.
The inherent risk of fraud has been assessed as Significant driven by the highly subjective management
overlay and the economic scenario model. Both models reflect management's predictions about the external
macro-economic environment which are highly subjective, as such there is a risk that management were bias
in their selection of these models.
Selection of the assumptions is inappropriate:
Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud
Significant Significant
Assess likelihood and magnitude of the risk of misstatement considering the assumptions individually and in the aggregate.
The inherent risk of error has been assessed as significant driven by the fact that there are a number of
assumptions that are sensitive to variation. As the portfolio is greater than performance materiality, the
potential inappropriate selection of an assumption could result in a material misstatement on the overall ECL
estimate.
Additionally, a number of assumptions are highly complex and subject to greater management judgement and
estimation uncertainty, all which increase the risk of a potential material misstatement. The inherent risk of
fraud has been assessed as significant given there are a number of highly subjective assumptions used to
develop the ECL estimate, as such there is a risk that management were bias in their selection of these
assumptions.
Selection of the data is inappropriate:
Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud
Elevated None
Assess likelihood and magnitude of the risk of misstatement considering the data individually and in the aggregate.
The inherent risk of error is assessed as Elevated, this is driven by the complexity of the data. There is a
significant volume of data elements used in the IFRS 9 credit risk models and assumptions. Additionally, the
process to capture and process the data is considered complex as it involves data transformations and data
feeds between systems before being captured in the models. Some of the data elements are also associated
with a moderate degree of estimation uncertainty (historical loss data) and subjectivity (unadjusted macro-
economic data and credit monitoring data).
The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as none. Although some of the data has been associated with a
moderate degree of subjectivity (e.g. credit monitoring data and unadjusted macro-economic data), the
engagement team does not believe this provides management with an opportunity to intentionally influence
the measurement of ECLs. While some judgement is exercised to select the source or relevant data elements
to use, this is limited as the data is direct data.
M and response level for at least one aspect of the application do not correspond, we revisit the basis for our initial assessments and revise either our
the application, as necessary, to be consistent.
rent risk of fraud are consistent with the response levels selected for the corresponding
on of the method / model is inappropriate above - e.g. 'Retail Mortgages - PD Model' in the
error and the inherent risk of fraud for the Element RM: Application of the method /
ndependently of their assessment related to the selection of the method / model. As such,
ror and/or the inherent risk of fraud is different from the response levels selected for the
on of the method / model is inappropriate e.g. 'Retail Mortgages - EAD Model' in the
ndependently of their assessment related to the selection of the method / model. As such,
ror and/or the inherent risk of fraud is different from the response levels selected for the
on of the method / model is inappropriate e.g. 'Retail Mortgages - EAD Model' in the
fication for each inherent risk factor in the 'Rationale' textbox. However, teams may decide
isk factors and audit response in accompanying work papers and reference out to these
o base, elevated and significant risk individually and in combination with any other items and determine an audit response for each of the aspects.
Rationale Assignment
audit effo
The application of the PD model, assumptions and data is assessed as significant. The calculations (including the
model code) within the PD model are complex as the model has been built using statistical analysis. Additionally,
the model utilises large volumes of data and assumptions which contain multiple inter-relationships. Some of the Audit led with KPMG sp
assumptions themselves are model-based and feed into the PD model, as such there a number model interactions
increasing the risk the integrity of assumptions are not maintained in the application of the model.
The application of the LGD model, assumptions and data is assessed as Significant. The calculations within the
LGD model are complex using certain economic variables to model the projected cash receipts from the
collections/recovery process. The model utilises large volumes of internal and external inputs to develop the LGD.
This includes complex assumptions which are developed using models which feed into the LGD model, as such Audit led with KPMG sp
there are a number of model interactions increasing the risk the integrity of the assumptions is not maintained in
the application of the model.
The application of the EAD model, assumptions and data is assessed as base. The EAD model uses a lower number
of data elements and assumptions compared to other IFRS 9 credit risk models and the calculations in the EAD Audit led with KPMG sp
model are not complex.
The application of the economic scenario model is assessed as significant. This is due to the fact the bank
operates in a number of markets (US, UK, Germany) and has exposures to different sectors. As a result, there are
a significant number of economic variables which feed into the model. Additionally, the model calculations are Audit led with KPMG sp
complex as they utilise statistical analysis to establish variations between economic variables and credit losses in
the entity's portfolios.
The application of the ECL calculation model is assessed as base. The calculations within the model are not
complex as the model calculates the overall ECL (i.e. PD x LGD x EAD) based on the outputs from the PD, LGD and Audit led with KPMG sp
EAD models and other rules around SICR. Additionally, the model does not utilise large volumes of data or
assumptions.
The application of the FSD model is assessed as elevated. The model utilises a number of internal and external
data points, and assumptions to develop the FSD (this includes market index value, post code size, property type, Audit led with KPMG sp
region, economic variables). Additionally, the calculations contain some level of complexity.
Note: If the inherent risk (either due to error or fraud) for the Element RMM and response level for at least one method do not correspond, we revisit the basis for our initial ass
and revise either our inherent risk for the Element RMM or our response levels for the methods, as necessary, to be consistent.
in the aggregate.
Identify the individual methods that give rise to base, elevated and
Forsignificant risk individually
this example, we haveand in combination
documented with
the any other items
justification an
for ea
to document their justification on the inherent risk factors and
work papers.
Response level to address the:
Inherent Inherent
risk of error risk of fraud Controls response
Elevated None Controls reliance
Significant None Controls reliance
Significant None Controls reliance
he aggregate.
Identify the individual data that give rise to base, elevated and significant risk individually and in combination with any other items and de
Inherent Inherent
risk of error risk of fraud Controls response
Base None Controls reliance
Base None No controls reliance
Elevated None Controls reliance
Base None Controls reliance
Elevated None Controls reliance
Base None Controls reliance
Base None Controls reliance
Base None Controls reliance
None None
sponse for each of the aspects.
Assignment of
audit effort
levated and
Forsignificant risk individually
this example, we haveand in combination
documented with
the any other items
justification and determine
for each inherentanrisk
audit response
factor for 'Rationale'
in the each of the methods.
textbox. Howeve
to document their justification on the inherent risk factors and audit response level in accompanying work papers and r
work papers.
Rationale
Rationale for the risk assessment of the Retail Mortgages - PD Model:
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
IFRS 9 does not specify the method or model to be used to measure ECLs. As such, alternatives exist to the one selected by management. H
engagement team notes the PD model used by the entity is consistent with current industry practice when compared to peer banks that a
method to measure ECLs. As such, it is unlikely there is a more appropriate PD model to the one selected by management, this reduces the
and estimation uncertainty associated with the model.
The engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of fraud risk as none. There is judgement involved in the design decisions of the mod
management with an opportunity to intentionally influence the measurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limite
management to intentionally manipulate the output of the model. This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control envir
models, including a model validation and model monitoring control. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical da
judgement that management can exercise in selecting the model methodology.
Rationale for the risk assessment of the Retail Mortgages - LGD Model:
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
IFRS 9 does not specify the method or model to be used to measure ECLs. As such, alternatives exist to the one selected by management. H
engagement team notes the LGD model used by the entity is consistent with current industry practice when compared to peer banks that
method to measure ECLs. As such, it is unlikely there is a more appropriate LGD model to the one selected by management, this reduces th
subjectivity and estimation uncertainty associated with the model.
The engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of fraud as none. There is some judgement involved in the design decisions of the m
management with an opportunity to intentionally influence the measurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limite
management to intentionally manipulate the output of the model. This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control envir
models, including a model validation and model monitoring control. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical da
judgement that management can exercise in selecting the model methodology.
Rationale for the risk assessment of the Economic scenario model:
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
IFRS 9 does not specify how macro-economic scenarios are derived for the measurement of ECLs. Additionally, within the industry many d
used to develop the macro-economic scenarios for the measurement of ECLs. As such, the selection of the economic scenario model is jud
may be more appropriate alternatives that exist than the model selected by management.
Adjustments are made ('No'):
Management has not made any adjustments directly in the model (e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitation
adjustments within the model).
For this example, we have documented the justification for each inherent risk factor in the 'Rationale' textbox. How
to document their justification on the inherent risk factors and audit response in accompanying work papers and re
papers.
e, elevated and significant risk individually and in combination with any other items and determine an audit response for each of the assumptions.
Rationale
Rationale for the risk assessment of the period of historical data assumption:
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
The entity has selected the period 2008 to 2017 to build their models. Alternatives exist as management could have selected a different pe
to build their IFRS 9 credit risk models. However, the period used is not an outlier within the industry and captures a full economic cycle, in
recession, as such it is unlikely there is a more appropriate alternative to the period of data selected by management.
Sensitive to variation ('No'):
The engagement team notes that small changes to the period of historical data selected would not cause significant changes in the ECL esti
adding or removing one month to the dataset would not significantly change the ECL estimate. If the period of historical data did not captu
downturn and full economic cycle, then small changes may cause a significant change in the ECL estimate given the period of historical dat
similar variation to the current environment. However the entity's period captures a full economic cycle, including a global recession, as su
not sensitive to variation in the period of historical data.
Unobservable data ('Yes'):
Management use their own internal historical data which is considered unobservable data, however the entity has a data-rich portfolio sp
period with actual defaults and recoveries, this information is considered to be more appropriate than using external proxy data. As such,
data has been used to develop the assumption, we do not consider this to increase the inherent risk.
Relies on the entity's intent or ability ('No'):
The assumption does not rely on management's intent or ability to carry out a specific course of action.
Rationale for the risk assessment of the Central scenario: Internally developed GDP forecast (1 year forecast) and Central scenario: Inter
unemployment rate forecast (1 year forecast):
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
IFRS 9 does not specify which macro-economic parameters to use. As such, selection of the parameters is judgemental and there are altern
exist. However, the team notes that management perform a benchmarking exercise against macro-economic parameters provided by the
selected bureaus. This lowers the risk that a more appropriate alternative assumption exists to the one selected by management.
Rationale for the risk assessment of the Central scenario: Internally developed inflation rate forecast (5 year forecast):
Rationale for the risk assessment of the management overlay assumptions (i.e. Management Overlay 1 - probability weighting for centr
Management Overlay 1 - probability weighting for upside scenario is 20% and Management Overlay 1 - probability weighting for down
used to estimate the ECL estimate:
Alternatives exist ('Yes'):
IFRS 9 does not specify or prescribe the probability weightings assigned to economic scenarios. As such, selection of probability weighting
there are alternatives that exist that potentially may be more appropriate than those selected by management.
Sensitive to variation ('Yes'):
Management has performed stress testing over the ECL estimate based on changes in the external economic environment and we note th
to changes in the probability weightings assigned to each scenario. This is evidenced by an increase in the ECL estimate greater than mater
downside scenario was weighted 100%.
Unobservable data ('Yes'):
The engagement team note management use unobservable data to develop the alternative scenarios. Using this data increases both the d
and uncertainty associated with the alternative scenarios.
ted and significant risk individually and in combination with any other items and determine an audit response for each of the data.
For this example, we have documented the justification for each inherent risk factor in the 'Rationale' textbox. Howev
to document their justification on the inherent risk factors and audit response in accompanying work papers and refere
papers.
Rationale
Rationale for the risk assessment of the loan origination data:
Alternatives exist ('No'):
There are no alternatives that exist as the data is sourced from the underlying contractual agreement between the bank and the customer
Although we did identify that there was a change in circumstance due to COVID -19, these considerations do not impact the overall deter
in this data card has a remote chance of misstatement occurring. Therefore the response level for this data card has been selected as 'Non
and determine
each inherentanrisk
audit response
factor for 'Rationale'
in the each of the methods.
textbox. However, teams may decide
nd audit response level in accompanying work papers and reference out to these
Rationale Assignment of
audit effort
del:
e ECLs. As such, alternatives exist to the one selected by management. However, the
ent with current industry practice when compared to peer banks that apply the PD-based
opriate PD model to the one selected by management, this reduces the degree of subjectivity
e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitations resulting in
rting date given the complexity of the ECL modelling environment. Although this is common
ere is a risk the model output does not reflect the conditions at the reporting date.
ent during this period resulting in a management overlay to the overall ECL estimate (i.e. a
ment Overlay - Late-breaking economic event). KPMG specialist led
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OVID-19 on the external economic environment which may result in an increased risk of
e granted in the prior year due to the impacts of COVID-19 have now ended which may
ior period. Although there have been changes in the external environment due to the impacts
he PD model rather than the model design or specifications.
odel developers have developed the PD model utilising highly complex statistical analysis to
s a significant volume of data and assumptions to develop the PD increasing the associated
al data which contain many interrelationships. As such the degree of complexity has been
ement judgement is involved in certain aspects of the model, however the PD is developed
educing the level of management judgement involved. The model is also consistent with
edicts the probability of future defaults, as such there is a degree of uncertainty associated
e is an even greater degree of uncertainty as PDs are modelled over a 20 year period for the
of uncertainty associated with the PD model given the impacts of COVID-19, particularly over
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant due to the high degree of
el.
s none. There is judgement involved in the design decisions of the model which can provide
asurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limited opportunity for
This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control environment over their
. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical data which limits the
ethodology.
odel:
e ECLs. As such, alternatives exist to the one selected by management. However, the
tent with current industry practice when compared to peer banks that apply the PD-based
opriate LGD model to the one selected by management, this reduces the degree of
e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitations resulting in
rting date given the complexity of the ECL modelling environment. Although this is common
re is a risk the model output does not reflect the conditions at the reporting date.
ent during this period resulting in a management overlay to the output of the ECL calculation
M7: Management Overlay - Late-breaking economic event).
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VID-19 on the economic environment. Residential properties are held as collateral against the
casts, which has an impact on collateral sales value which is a key assumption in the LGD
or period. Although there have been changes in the external environment due to the impacts
he LGD model rather than the model design or specifications.
onomic variables to model the projected cash receipts from the collections/recovery process.
develop the LGD. This includes complex assumptions which are developed using models which
ractions increasing the degree of complexity.
loped using statistical analysis of historical data which is formulae driven reducing the level of
onsistent with industry practice. Additionally, there have been no adjustments to the output
sociated with a higher degree of uncertainty, as the underlying assumptions to the model (e.g.
main relatively stable over a 12 month period. However, the calculation of lifetime ECLs are
forecast period is considered (the period of exposure for the retail mortgages portfolio is 20
ed as high.
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant due to the high degree of
del.
s none. There is judgement involved in the design decisions of the model which can provide
asurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limited opportunity for
This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control environment over their
. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical data which limits the
ethodology.
Model:
tual cashflows. Additionally, the engagement team notes the EAD model used by the entity is
anks that use a PD-based method to measure ECLs. As such, a more appropriate alternative
e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitations resulting in
rting date given the complexity of the ECL modelling environment. Although this is common
re is a risk the model output does not reflect the conditions at the reporting date.
ent during this period resulting in a management overlay to the overall ECL estimate (i.e. a
ment overlay - Late-breaking event).
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OVID-19 on the external economic environment. There is a degree of uncertainty around
re-payments and early repayments on lifetime ECLs remains appropriate for the new
D model in the current period. Although there have been changes in the external
dology is inappropriate to calculate EAD.
ed to the entity's other IFRS 9 credit models, these are mostly contractual making the model
s complex. As such, the degree of complexity is assessed as low.
el of management judgement within the model. The one area where management judgement
payments and early repayments for lifetime ECLs. However, management has a rich portfolio
ortgage portfolio limiting the degree of judgement involved in these design decisions. As
repayments typically follow the contractual terms in the short-term. However, over the
y due to the effects of pre-payments and early repayment. As such, the degree of estimation
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Elevated due to the moderate degrees of
del.
ne. There is some judgement involved in the design decisions of the model which can provide
asurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limited opportunity for
This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control environment over their
. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical data which limits the
ethodology.
for the measurement of ECLs. Additionally, within the industry many different models are
nt of ECLs. As such, the selection of the economic scenario model is judgemental and there
ected by management.
e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitations resulting in
eporting date. Although this is common practice within the industry, this does increase the
e were significant changes in the macro-economic forecasts during the lag period resulting in
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on the external macro-economic environment in the current period.
current period. Management made changes to the economic scenario model in the prior
was built upon was unable to reflect the current circumstances. Management assessed no
assessed as high. This is due to the fact the bank operates in a number of markets (US, UK,
are a large number of economic variables which feed into the model. Additionally, the model
sh variations between economic variables and credit losses.
s the entity to measure ECLs on an unbiased forward-looking basis reflecting a range of future
d internally by management using the economic scenario model. Significant management
nd the probability weightings applied to them, especially when considering the current
e assumptions underlying the model are associated with a greater degree of uncertainty as
and events, over a long forecast period (lifetime ECLs for the retail mortgage portfolio have a
onomic recovery, there is still greater uncertainty in the macro-economic environment due to
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant due to the high degree of
the economic scenario model. The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as Significant driven by
des management with an opportunity to intentionally manipulate the output of the model.
culation Model:
ure ECLs, the industry standard to calculate the overall ECL amount when applying the PD
y as inputs. As such, the engagement team determines no alternatives exist.
ulation model. However, due to a late-breaking economic event a management overlay was
ment overlay is outside the ECL modelling process it has been recognised as a separate
nomic event).
rting date given the complexity of the ECL modelling environment. Although this is common
re is a risk the model output does not reflect the conditions at the reporting date.
ent during this period resulting in a management overlay to the overall ECL estimate (i.e. a
es not indicate greater uncertainty in the ECL calculation model as this is a formulaic KPMG specialist led
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he impacts of COVID-19, these do not indicate any changes are required to the ECL
el or the model methodology in the current period. This is deemed appropriate given there
model.
culates the overall ECL based on the outputs from the PD, LGD and EAD models and other
umes of data or assumptions. As such, the degree of complexity has been assessed as low.
sed method to develop the ECL estimate, there is only one model to calculate the overall ECL
gement involved in the design of the model and the degree of subjectivity has been assessed
g the output of the PD, LGD and EAD models, as such there is a low degree of estimation
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Base due to the low degree of complexity,
ulation Model.
ne. This is due to the fact management exercises limited judgement in the design decisions of
intentionally influence the measurement of ECLs. Additionally, post model implementation
ulate the output of the model. This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal
n and model monitoring control.
Sale Discount (submodel to the LGD model):
that the entity will receive if the property was to be repossessed and sold at some point in
uch a more appropriate alternative may exist to the one selected by management.
e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or data limitations resulting in
erated and the reporting date. Although this is common practice in the industry it does create
reflect the conditions at the reporting date.
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mpacts of COVID-19, particularly on house price forecasts which are a key input into the
model monitoring results in the prior period indicated the model was underpredicting the FSD
adjusted the output of the model to account for the model underpredicting the FSD.
nd assumptions to develop the FSD (this includes market index value, post code, property
vel of complexity but are less complex compared to other models within the entity's IFRS 9
assessed as moderate.
model. This is due to the fact the model is developed using actual historical repossession data
s predicting discount values on future property sales, particularly for lifetime ECLs which are
ng historical repossession data this data may not be predictive of future conditions, as shown
y, given the recent impacts of COVID-19 in the prior period and current period there is a
erm, which is a key assumption used in the model.
agement team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant due to the high degree of
s none. There is judgement involved in the design decisions of the model which can provide
asurement of ECLs, however post model implementation there is limited opportunity for
This is due to the fact that the entity has a strong internal control environment over their
. Additionally, the model is built using statistical analysis of historical data which limits the
ethodology.
te-breaking economic event:
mation is modelled or incorporated into the measurement of ECLs. As such, the development
COVID-19 variant between the ECL modelling date and the reporting date is judgemental and
y may be more appropriate than those selected by management.
which determines the overlay itself (e.g. there are no management overlays due to model or
in order to account for the discovery of a new COVID-19 variant, as such there is no lag
verlay as used to develop the management overlay in the prior period. As such, no changes to
ons and data have been adjusted in the current period to reflect the new impacts of COVID-19
ent, as such the method to develop the overlay is less complex. However, the overlay uses
y-weightings) which increases the degree of complexity. As such, we have assessed the degree
re are numerous economic outcomes from the impact of a new COVID-19 variant. As such,
ertainty. Management is unable to make a precise prediction about the impact of future
erlay uses forward-looking assumptions which by their nature are associated with a greater
mation uncertainty as high.
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant and has identified an inherent
in the overlay being susceptible to management bias.
for each inherent risk factor in the 'Rationale' textbox. However, teams may decide
ors and audit response in accompanying work papers and reference out to these work
ms and determine an audit response for each of the assumptions.
Assignment of
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ssumption:
ls. Alternatives exist as management could have selected a different period of historical data
not an outlier within the industry and captures a full economic cycle, including a global
ve to the period of data selected by management.
torical data selected would not cause significant changes in the ECL estimate. For example,
y change the ECL estimate. If the period of historical data did not capture an economic
significant change in the ECL estimate given the period of historical data would not contain
period captures a full economic cycle, including a global recession, as such the ECL estimate is
red unobservable data, however the entity has a data-rich portfolio spanning a sufficient KPMG specialist led
dered to be more appropriate than using external proxy data. As such, although unobservable with audit support
this to increase the inherent risk.
As the impacts of COVID-19 are unprecedented there are limitations in using the period of
ote the period of data used by management is still appropriate as management does not have
environment.
ank has in-house statisticians that perform statistical analysis to determine whether there is
ished within the model to be appropriate. Additionally, this process requires large volumes of
Additionally, there are significant data transformations indicating a greater degree of
high.
ction of the period of historical data is driven by the underlying historical data that is available
udgement involved. However, management still exercises a degree of judgement when
.
period of historical data selected is used to make predictions about future outcomes based on
s, whereas the period of exposure for lifetime ECLs is 20 years. This increases the degree of
historical data, as it does not cover the period of exposure. However, the entity has a data
s some of the uncertainty.
tors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as Elevated given the high degree of complexity
egree of judgement involved in the selecting the the period of historical data, the selection is
he judgement involved in selecting the assumption, as such there is limited opportunity for
ally selecting a more period.
y developed GDP forecast (1 year forecast) and Central scenario: Internally developed
As such, selection of the parameters is judgemental and there are alternative assumptions that
marking exercise against macro-economic parameters provided by the central bank and
native assumption exists to the one selected by management.
ased on changes in the external economic environment and we note the estimate is sensitivite
not observe the impact on the ECL estimate from the GDP or unemployment parameter in
nsitive to variation given that changes in the macro-economic environment typically have an
act on the ECL estimate.
macro-economic forecasts used in other areas of the bank such as goodwill impairment testing
were relevant parameter used to estimate ECL in the prior period, therefore there is no change
we do not consider this to be a change in the assumption given that the forecast period is
e prior period forecast.
oderate given that the bank uses their own in-house economists to develop the parameters
not involve significant volumes of data or data transformations.
moderate given the fact the macro-economic parameters are not prescribed or specified by
t the relevant parameters. However, there is external data for management to benchmark
nity as they are predictions about future outcomes, events or conditions in the macro-
anagement cannot make reliable predictions about the future. As such, the engagement team
nt team have determined the inherent risk of error as Significant due to high degree of
ne. Although there is a degree of judgement involved in the selecting the forecast, as there
oderate given that the bank uses their own in-house economists to develop the parameters
not involve significant volumes of data or data transformations.
moderate given the fact the macro-economic parameters are not prescribed or specified by
t the relevant parameters. However, there is external data for management to benchmark
nity as they are predictions about future outcomes, events or conditions in the macro-
anagement cannot make reliable predictions about the future. As such, the engagement team
nt team have determined the inherent risk of error as Significant due to high degree of Audit led with KPMG
ne. Although there is a degree of judgement involved in the selecting the forecast, as there specialist support
here is limited opportunity for management to commit fraudulent financial reporting by
tion forecast grew at 1.5% per year over the five year period. However, in the current period
per year over the five year period. The engagement team considers this to be a change in the
he forecast in the prior period. The numerical value of the forecast has changed due to
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error as Significant due to high degree of estimation uncertainty. The inherent risk of fraud is
d in the selecting the forecast, there are external forecasts which management can benchmark
re is limited opportunity for management to commit fraudulent financial reporting.
y developed inflation rate forecast (5 year forecast):
As such, selection of parameters is judgemental and there are alternative assumptions that
marking exercise against macro-economic parameters provided by the central bank and
iate alternative assumption exists to the one selected by management.
ased on changes in the external economic environment and the engagement team note the
hough the analysis did not observe the impact on the ECL estimate from the housing price
ption as sensitive to variation given changes in the economic environment typically have an
act on the ECL estimate.
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macro-economic forecasts used in other areas of the bank such as goodwill impairment testing
e to COVID-19.
er used to estimate ECL in the prior period, therefore there is no change in the assumption.
eam do not consider this to be a change in the assumption given that the forecast period is
rent period compared to the prior period forecast.
moderate given that the bank uses their own in-house economists to develop the parameters
ot involve significant volumes of data or data transformations.
moderate given the fact the parameters are not prescribed or specified by IFRS 9, and
wever, there is external data for management to benchmark their parameters against which
agement team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant. This is driven by the high
he inherent risk of fraud is assessed as None. Although there is a degree of judgement
which management can benchmark against which limits the degree of judgement involved. As
ulent financial reporting.
wnside scenario 1:
the method to develop these. As such, selection of alternative scenarios is judgemental and
ore appropriate than those selected by management.
ased on changes in the external economic environment and we note the estimate is sensitivite
by a material increase in the ECL estimate when using a more detrimental downside scenario.
develop the alternative scenarios. Using this data increases both the degree of subjectivity
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bility to carry out a specific course of action.
to the impacts on the economic environment from COVID 19. The downside scenario in the
e would be discovered and rolled out, however given the successful roll-out of the vaccine this
igh, the process to develop the different scenarios requires complex statistical methods. The
narios and large volumes of data are used indicating increased complexity.
ntal. There are numerous scenarios management could use and numerous methods
agement judgement is exercised indicating the potential risk for management bias. As such
g to the alternative scenarios.
agement team have assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant. This is driven by the
associated with the assumptions. The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as Significant.
ative scenarios which provides management with an opportunity to intentionally select an
the central scenario is 50%, Probability weighting for upside scenario is 30% and Probability
develop the alternative scenarios. Using this data increases both the degree of subjectivity
evised by management from the prior period to reflect the quicker than expected economic
ouse statisticians who use complex statistical methods and models to develop the probability
elationships. As such, the engagement team have assessed the degree of complexity as high.
on from movements in the sales value from collateral. All loans within the portfolio are highly
and small variations in the collateralised balance can have a significant impact on LGD which is
ent's stress testing that assumes PDs are increased by 100% which increased the ECL estimate
he ECL by $13.1m. Whilst neither is a likely scenario, the comparable sensitivities illustrate that
ure cash flows from recovery of collateral, rather than the PD.
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lateral when the counterparty defaults. There is a degree of uncertainty around the entity's
h flows from recovery of collateral is specific to the measurement of the ECL for the mortgage
mpacts of COVID 19 on housing price forecasts. However, this does not indicate the entity's
sed.
e assumption. This results in a range of valuations for the collateral due to different valuation
nt to select the most appropriate assumption which introduces subjectivity. However, there is
n benchmark their valuations against which lowers the degree of subjectivity. As such, the
tors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as significant. This is due to the high degree of
mplexity associated with the assumption. The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as None.
he collateral valuation, there is comparable external data on housing prices that management
for management to intentionally select a more favourable valuation.
mptions (i.e. Management Overlay 1 - probability weighting for central scenario is 40%,
o is 20% and Management Overlay 1 - probability weighting for downside scenario is 40% )
o the alternative scenarios used in the ECL estimate, as such there is no internal inconsistency
evised by management due to the impact of a new COVID 19 variant that was discovered
resulted in further lockdowns resulting in negative impacts on the economic environment. As
anges.
based on statistical analysis. However, the management overlay to adjust the probability-
ocess as it has been posted to adjust for a late-breaking event (discovery of a new COVID-19
ss there is less complexity compared to when the probability-weightings are originally
e of complexity as moderate.
al as there are numerous probabilities that can be assigned to each scenario. Additionally,
n use to benchmark against.
rrence of future economic events. Additionally, the life-time ECLs are measured over a period
nty in predicting economic outcomes for a longer forecast period. As such, we have assessed Audit led with KPMG
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ctors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as significant. This is driven by the high degree of
tions. The engagement team has identified an inherent risk of fraud. The assumptions are
y to intentionally select a more favourable probability-weighting.
no alternatives exist.
and note a 2% change in the recovery rate resulted in a significant change in the ECL estimate.
variation.
the recovery rate, which is considered unobservable data. Although this is unobservable
ual defaults and recoveries, as such this data is more appropriate than using an external
del for their mortgage portfolio. As such, there is no internal inconsistency risk.
e to the impact of COVID 19, however this has not impacted the recovery rate.
iod.
d on historical data of actual recoveries and the calculation is non-complex, as such the
orical actual recoveries and does not require significant management judgement to be
ent risk of error as Base and the inherent risk of fraud as None.
ery times, as such we have assessed no alternatives exist.
and note a change in the recovery period of 2 years resulted in a significant change in the ECL
me to recovery. Although this is internal data, the portfolio is data-rich spanning a sufficient
appropriate than using an external source of data. The bank also uses forecasts about
red unobservable data.
eral from customers, there is a degree of uncertainty around the entity's intent on recovering
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tatistical analysis. The entity has a data-rich portfolio which they are able to use to develop
gree of complexity as low.
tent to collect the security in the event of default. As such, the engagement team has
storical data which reduces the degree of subjectivity.
sed the inherent risk of error as Elevated and the inherent risk of fraud as None.
the that will be received if the property was to be repossessed and sold at some point in the
a more appropriate alternative may exist to the one selected by management.
on from movements in the forced sale discount (FSD). All loans within the portfolio are highly
and small variations in the FSD can have a significant impact on LGD which is a key driver of
ting that assumes PDs increased by 100% which increased the ECL estimate by $4.2m, in
.1m. Whilst neither is a likely scenario, the comparable sensitivities illustrate that the ECL
flows from recovery of collateral, rather than the PD.
ale Discount) has been built using historical internal repossession data. This data is considered
l repossessions and using this information is more appropriate than using external proxy
p the assumption, the engagement team do not consider this to increase the inherent risk. Audit led with KPMG
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en the counterparty defaults. There is a degree of uncertainty around the entity's intent to
mpacts of COVID-19, particularly on house price forecasts which are a key input to develop
d Sale Discount) was recalibrated in the current period as the model monitoring results
team have noted this as a change to the assumption from the prior period.
ternal and external data points, and assumptions to develop the FSD (this includes market
es). The calculations contain some level of complexity but are less complex compared to other
e of complexity has been assessed as moderate.
assumption. This is due to the fact the assumption is developed using actual historical
rcised.
rs, the engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of error as Significant due to the high
e inherent risk of fraud is assessed as none. Although there is a degree of judgement involved
d using historical repossession data. As such, there is limited opportunity for management to
ore favourable assumption.
determine an audit response for each of the data.
each inherent risk factor in the 'Rationale' textbox. However, teams may decide
and audit response in accompanying work papers and reference out to these work
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underlying contractual agreement between the bank and the customer.
is also used in the measurement of the retail mortgage account balance (i.e. the loans
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he impacts of COVID-19, these do not indicate any changes are required to the selection of
n data has been assessed as moderate. This assessment is driven by the significant volume of
ed to be captured and flow into the IFRS 9 credit risk models. When there is a high volume of
ata.
n data has been assessed as low. There is limited judgement exercised when selecting the
tomer contracts.
loan origination data has been assessed as low. The data is sourced from contractual terms,
ctors, the engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of error as base. This is driven by
is assessed as none. There is limited management judgement involved in selecting the loan
o commit fraudulent financial reporting by intentionally selecting more favourable data.
current macro-economic data:
tives that exist as the data is based on actuals macro-economic parameters that have occurred.
y precise and detailed for use in the ECL estimate, as there is sufficient external data for each
y proxy data.
s used across the entity's IFRS 9 credit risk models for all portfolios. Additionally, current
lan and goodwill estimate.
nvironment due to the impacts of COVID-19, these changes in the macro-economic Audit
historical data.
rce of the macro-economic data from the prior period. Additionally, management has not
the same macro-economic parameters are used to develop the ECL estimate as in the prior
ssment is driven by the volume of macro-economic parameters and the length of the
e IFRS 9 credit risk models. When there is a high volume of data there is a greater complexity
een assessed as low. There is limited judgement in selecting historical and current macro-
at have occurred.
ation uncertainty associated with the selection of the data is low. This is due to the fact that
mic parameters and the data is static and observable.
ctors, the engagement team has assessed the inherent risk of error as base. This is driven by
is assessed as none. There is limited management judgement involved in selecting the
rtunity for management to commit fraudulent financial reporting by intentionally selecting
c forecast data:
y precise and detailed for use in the ECL estimate, as there is sufficient external data available
ic data is used across the entity's IFRS 9 credit risk models for all portfolios. Additionally,
usiness plan and goodwill estimate.
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ment due to the impacts of COVID-19.
n sources they use to obtain the macro-economic forecast data. Additionally, there has been
ta elements) selected by management.
nomic forecast data is assessed as low. There is not a significant volume of data elements and
nomic forecast data is assessed as moderate. This is due to the fact that there are multiple
ta published by other financial services companies, data published by international bodies,
bility between these sources. As such, management exercises a degree of judgement to select
risk factors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as elevated. This is driven by the moderate
ection of the data. The engagement team has assessed there is no fraud risk. Although there is
al information source, as the data is from a publicly available source there is limited
the data is based on actuals credit losses that have occurred.
ate as the credit loss data spans a sufficient period and provides actual default and loss data
detailed and precise compared to using proxy data (e.g. historical data for a similar portfolio).
ected by management for use in the ECL estimate from the prior period.
redit loss data has been assessed as moderate. The entity stores significant volumes of
ee of complexity in maintaining the integrity of the data. Additionally, data transformations
models which also increases the degree of complexity associated with the data.
redit loss data has been assessed as low. As noted above, the entity only has access to data
od to build their IFRS 9 credit risk models. As such, management has exercised little
ch the degree of estimation uncertainty related to the selection of the historical credit loss
risk factors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as base. This is driven by the low degree of
to the selection of the data. The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as none. There is limited
ric macro-economic data, as such there is no opportunity for management to commit
ourable data.
As such, there is no alternative source that management can select for this data.
cted on a facility basis, as such the data is sufficiently precise. Other credit monitoring data
tfolio, however as the ECL is calculated as a collective provision for the portfolio, this data is
monitoring data is assessed as moderate. This is due to the fact that management captures
mber of retail mortgages. Some of the data elements (e.g. days past due) are derived data,
cally by the loans system which reduces the inherent complexity. Additionally, the data is
ata feeds from the payments system (e.g. missed repayments). As such, the process to capture
ement does exercise a degree of judgement in selecting the data that most appropriately
of subjectivity associated with the selection of the credit monitoring data is assessed as
of the credit monitoring data is assessed as low. The data is based on actual customer
t relevant data for the portfolio. As such, the data does not result in an inherent lack of
nt team has assessed the inherent risk of error as elevated driven by the moderate degree of
s none as management does not exercise a significant level of judgement to select the data.
e interest rate (EIR)):
e, the ECL is measured as a collective provision for the retail mortgage portfolio therefore the
there is a risk that of inconsistency with the EIR used to measure ECLs.
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unt rate is assessed as moderate given management derives the EIR from the underlying
unt rate is assessed as low. Management uses the method as specified in IFRS 9 in order to
ised to determine the EIR.
of the discount rate is assessed as low, as the EIR is derived from the underlying contractual
risk factors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as base. This is driven by the low degree of
erent risk of fraud is assessed as none. There is limited management judgement involved in
h there is no opportunity for management to commit fraudulent financial reporting from
rement date which reflects actual cashflows (i.e. drawdowns and repayments) between the
timate is also used in the measurement of the retail mortgage account balance as at the
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he impacts of COVID-19, these do not indicate any changes are required to the selection of
d by management for use in the ECL estimate from the prior period.
a is assessed as low. This assessment is driven by the significant volume of retail mortgages
red and flow into the IFRS 9 credit risk models. Additionally, the data is dynamic and the data
ments system (e.g. repayments). As such, the process to capture the data is more complex.
is assessed as low. Current financial asset data is sourced from actual cashflows between the
), as such management does not exercise judgement in selecting the data.
of the data is assessed as low. The data is sourced from actual cashflows between the bank
in the data.
risk factors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as base. This is driven by the low degree of
erent risk of fraud is assessed as none. There is limited management judgement involved in
ween the bank and customer, as such there is no opportunity for management to commit
ourable data.
od of exposure):
g retail mortgage contracts are homogenous, the period of exposure is consistent across the
lio this is appropriate.
ife is assessed as low. Although the data is derived from the contractual terms, the calculation
erformed once for the portfolio given ECLs are measured on a collective basis.
vioural life is assessed as low. This is due to the fact that IFRS 9.5.5.1.9 specifies that the
s is the maximum contractual period. As such, little management judgement is exercised to
of the behavioural life is assessed as low. The data is sourced from the contractual terms as
om the behavioural life data.
risk factors, the inherent risk of error is assessed as base. This is driven by the low degree of
election of the data. The inherent risk of fraud is assessed as none. There is limited
as it is based on the contractual maturity, as such there is no opportunity for management to
more favourable data.
d that the risk for the data in this data card has a remote chance of a material misstatement
ue to COVID -19, these considerations do not impact the overall determination that the data
herefore the response level for this data card has been selected as 'None'.
Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use
Please note, for the purposes of this example we have documented the response for two methods / models only. As su
method / model response tabs (Tab M1 - PD Model and Tab M7 - Management Overlay). However, the team completes
method / model identified under the Element RMM: Selection of the methods / models is inappropriate in Tab 2. Risk A
Method Inherent
risk of error
Retail Mortgages - PD Model Significant
Document the method used to develop the estimate, including the source of the method.
The Retail Mortgage - PD Model estimates the likelihood of default over the period of exposure for the mortgage portfolio. The PD
based on the PD-based method to measure ECLs.
The IFRS 9 Retail Mortgage-PD model uses the regulatory PD calculated by the Capital Models in use in the entity as a starting poin
variables (e.g. the downturn adjustment of the capital PD model), and considering the impact of macro-economic variables (e.g. GD
loans, taking into account macro-economic variables.
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4b: Methods / Models of the IFRS 9 Global Audit G
available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via the 'Example PRPs an
(Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page.
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities based
circumstances. Engagement teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identify PRPs and controls as ap
process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and controls in the table below are not a complete list of controls
methods / models used to develop the ECL estimate.
PRP M1.2 The specification and design decisions included in the Model Development GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition o
Standards and the individual Model Development Documents are applied.
inappropriate.
GOBKRCE109.8b.04: The relevant crit
sufficiently or appropriately identified
determining what constitutes a SICR.
to assets being allocated to incorrect
PRP M1.4 The definition of default used by the bank is inappropriate. GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition o
applied.
PRP M1.5 The SICR criteria used by the bank are inappropriate. GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition o
applied.
PRP M1.7 The models selected, including the model techniques selected, implemented GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition o
and used by the bank for estimating ECLs are inappropriate applied.
The below question is not applicable as a 'No controls reliance' approach is used.
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
Design and perform procedures for the method
Complete this section in the following two circumstances. Otherwise, leave this section blank.
1. If "Test and evaluate the entity's process" was selected as the substantive approach to test the accounting estimate on 3. Ove
2. If "Develop an independent expectation" was selected as the substantive approach to test the accounting estimate on 3. Over
Did management make changes from the method/model used in the prior period?
The procedures in the table below are from the Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) excel template on Alex which co
procedures.
Where teams engage a KPMG Credit Risk Specialist, they may use the ISG's KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Papers:
on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page to document:
- Scoping and planning; and
- Findings and conclusions.
Whether the method/model selected M1.1 1a.1.1: Assess the IFRS 9 accounting policy related to the methods / models
is appropriate in the context of the
financial reporting framework or the Assess the IFRS 9 accounting policy related to the methods / models:
nature of the account or disclosure, 1. Obtain and inspect the entity's IFRS 9 accounting policy.
and the business, industry, and 2. Assess whether the entity's accounting policy for estimating ECLs is in line w
environment in which the entity requirements of IFRS 9.
operates.
This procedure is included as an optional procedure in the 'KPMG Credit Risk
Work Paper: ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning'.
M1.2 1a.1.2: Assess the central credit risk policy documents related to methods /
Assess the central credit risk policy documents related to the methods/mode
1. Obtain the entity's central credit risk policy documents that apply for all EC
within the entity.
2. Inspect these central policy documents to understand the entity's methods
estimating ECLs, and how the methods have been applied in the models.
3. Assess whether the central policy documents are consistent with the entity
accounting policy for IFRS 9, the relevant IFRS 9 requirements, industry practi
appropriate) and appropriate in the circumstances.
2. Compare the Model Development Document for the PD model with the en
Model Development Standards and other relevant central policies.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper: EC
- Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
M1.4 1a.1.4: Assess the model's conceptual soundness
Assess the PD model's conceptual soundness:
1. Obtain and inspect the Model Development Document, as assess the mode
conceptual soundness. This includes an assessment of whether the following
the model are appropriate:
a. the model's methodology, including the modelling approach or technique u
the model.
b. the variables in the model.
c. whether the model is fit for purpose (i.e. is the model suited for its purpose
objective).
d. key judgements made in the model design and development
Procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper: ECLs (IF
Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
2. Evaluate and assess whether any rebuttal of the 90 days past due (DPD)
presumption is appropriate.
3. Where there are no differences between the entity's IFRS 9 accounting defi
and the regulatory definition:
a. compare the accounting and regulatory definitions, and document why the
difference and whether this is appropriate; and
b. compare the regulatory data set with the accounting data.
4. Where there are differences between the entity's IFRS 9 accounting definiti
the regulatory definition:
a. compare the entity's accounting and regulatory definitions, and document
are differences and whether it is appropriate to have differences; and
b. compare the regulatory data set with the accounting data set to check whe
there are differences in the obligors / facilities being identified as in defaults /
impaired, and whether the differences arise due to differences between the a
definition and regulatory definition.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper: EC
- Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
M1.6 1a.1.6: Assess the SICR / staging methodology
1. Assess whether the entity's SICR criteria and staging methodology are cons
with:
a. IFRS 9 requirements; and
b. industry practice.
2. Obtain and inspect management's analysis (e.g. analysis of a portfolio's risk
for the SICR criteria and staging methodology used by the entity, including tri
points to determine SICR.
a. assess whether the SICR criteria are appropriate based on management's a
(this may involve re-performing management's analysis and comparing the
engagement team's results with those of management).
3. For a sample of loans, apply the entity’s documented SICR criteria and stag
methodology to determine their staging. Compare the engagement team’s re
conclusions with those of management.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper: EC
- Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
Did we identify any contradictory audit evidence as a result of the procedures performed?
Document the contradictory or inconsistent evidence identified and the procedures performed to address it.
r context as to intended use of the Estimates work paper.
Response level to address the: The level of audit response related to the metho
Inherent per Section 4b. Methods / Models of the IFRS 9
Controls response assessed as significant, this aligns to Category 1:
risk of fraud
None Controls reliance Engagement teams can refer to Estimates - IFRS
correspond to each category of testing.
r the mortgage portfolio. The PD model has been developed internally by the model development team using complex statistical analysis to establish va
se in the entity as a starting point to calculate 12-month PD and Lifetime PD for IFRS 9. The 12-month PD is estimated using the regulatory PD which is a
acro-economic variables (e.g. GDP, unemployment, house price forecasts). The Lifetime PD is estimated by calculating the lifetime cumulative distributi
KRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately determined or consistently CM1.2: Review and approval of the Model Developme
ed.
The bank's Model Development Standards are reviewe
KRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases in credit risk ("SICR") are not annually by the bank's Credit Risk Management Commi
iently or appropriately identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when supported by a white paper prepared by the credit team
mining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is inappropriately assessed or applied, leading documents why the design and specification decisions,
sets being allocated to incorrect stages. across the entity's models are appropriate (including an
these are consistent with IFRS 9 requirements).
KRCE109.8b.08: The entity's approach to the determination of ECL is not a probability-weighted CM1.3: Review and approval of the Model Developme
ate of credit losses (i.e. the present value of cash shortfalls) over the expected life of the
cial instrument. The Model Development Document for an individual m
approved by a senior member of the development team
Management Committee prior to the model's impleme
supported by a white paper prepared by the credit team
documents how an individual model has been develope
model specification and design decisions in the bank's M
Standards.
KRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately determined or consistently CM1.6: Review and approval of the bank's definition o
ed.
On an annual basis, the Senior Credit Risk Officer, the D
KRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases in credit risk ("SICR") are not Accounting and the Credit Risk Management Committe
iently or appropriately identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when the bank's definition of default to confirm that it contin
mining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is inappropriately assessed or applied, leading
Their review is supported by a white paper prepared by
sets being allocated to incorrect stages. evaluates and documents why the bank's definition of
including an evaluate of how the definition is consisten
KRCE109.8b.08: The entity's approach to the determination of ECL is not a probability-weighted requirements and further analysis supporting why the d
ate of credit losses (i.e. the present value of cash shortfalls) over the expected life of the be appropriate.
cial instrument.
KRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately determined or consistently CM1.7: Review and approval of the bank's SICR criteri
ed.
On an annual basis, the Senior Credit Risk officer, the D
KRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases in credit risk ("SICR") are not Accounting and the Credit Risk Management Committe
iently or appropriately identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when the bank's SICR criteria to confirm that they continue to
mining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is inappropriately assessed or applied, leading
review is supported by a white paper prepared by the fi
sets being allocated to incorrect stages. evaluates and documents why the bank's SICR criteria a
including an evaluation of how the SICR criteria are con
KRCE109.8b.08: The entity's approach to the determination of ECL is not a probability-weighted requirements and further analysis supporting why the S
ate of credit losses (i.e. the present value of cash shortfalls) over the expected life of the be appropriate.
cial instrument.
Note: this is only an example of a control related to the
may be other controls related to SICR at the bank (e.g.
management's back-testing of SICR criteria and monthl
staging movements). The engagement team identifies a
controls here.
KRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately determined or consistently CM1.8: Review and approval of the model validation
ed.
Annually, the bank's model validation plan (which outli
KRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases in credit risk ("SICR") are not frequency of validation for existing models) is reviewed
iently or appropriately identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when bank's Credit Risk Management Committee. The Comm
mining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is inappropriately assessed or applied, leading
supported by a white paper prepared by the model val
sets being allocated to incorrect stages. includes a risk assessment of the bank's models, and w
frequency of validation outlined in the validation plans
KRCE109.8b.08: The entity's approach to the determination of ECL is not a probability-weighted appropriate model validation plan helps in validating m
ate of credit losses (i.e. the present value of cash shortfalls) over the expected life of the basis, such that models continue to be relevant and ap
cial instrument.
CM1.5: Model Validation Control:
The bank's independent model validation function perf
activities over models as part of the model validation c
models before their implementation. This includes testi
specification and design decisions of the models, such a
whether the models appropriately incorporate the spec
decisions as outlined in the Model Development Standa
Development Document. The results of the model valid
subject to a secondary review by a senior member of th
validation function.
KRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately determined or consistently CM1.10: Review and approval of the Model Developm
ed.
The Model Development Document for an individual m
KRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases in credit risk ("SICR") are not approved by a senior member of the development team
iently or appropriately identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when Management Committee before the model's implemen
mining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is inappropriately assessed or applied, leading Development Document provides details of how the m
sets being allocated to incorrect stages. developed in line with the design and specification dec
Development Standards, and details of the model tech
KRCE109.8b.08: The entity's approach to the determination of ECL is not a probability-weighted
ate of credit losses (i.e. the present value of cash shortfalls) over the expected life of the
cial instrument.
No The engagement team's response to the two questions noted here aligns
assessment decisions in Tab 2. Risk assessment. For example, we have se
changes from the method / model used in the prior period?', this is cons
No inherent risk factor 'changes from the prior period?' for the PD model in
dure TOD or SAP KPMG specialist involved Risk consideration(s) addressed by procedure
in KCw?
elated to the methods / models TOD KPMG Credit Risk GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately
Specialist determined or consistently applied.
the methods / models:
unting policy. GOBKRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases
icy for estimating ECLs is in line with the in credit risk ("SICR") are not sufficiently or appropriately
identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when
determining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is
cedure in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist inappropriately assessed or applied, leading to assets being
ning'. allocated to incorrect stages.
ocuments related to methods / models TOD KPMG Credit Risk GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately
Specialist determined or consistently applied.
ts related to the methods/models:
documents that apply for all ECL models GOBKRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases
in credit risk ("SICR") are not sufficiently or appropriately
understand the entity's methods for identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when
been applied in the models. determining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is
nts are consistent with the entity's inappropriately assessed or applied, leading to assets being
S 9 requirements, industry practice (where allocated to incorrect stages.
ances.
nt.
cedure in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist
ning'.
ument TOD KPMG Credit Risk GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately
Specialist determined or consistently applied.
nt Document for the PD model and assess GOBKRCE109.8b.04: The relevant criteria for significant increases
appropriately considers and documents in credit risk ("SICR") are not sufficiently or appropriately
identified and/or inappropriate criteria are considered when
intended objective / purpose) determining what constitutes a SICR. In addition, SICR is
ique used) inappropriately assessed or applied, leading to assets being
allocated to incorrect stages.
TOD KPMG Credit Risk GOBKRCE109.8b.01: The definition of default is not appropriately
Specialist determined or consistently applied.
nted as part of <Tab: Application> also TOD KPMG Credit Risk See <Tab: Application>
e method/model is inappropriate: Specialist
nd results
g (where the models are internally
e did not identify (a) changes to the PD model from the prior period and (b) an
odelled adjustment). If the engagement did identify changes or adjustments to
address these requirements. Engagement teams can refer to the 'Estimates -
hich contains the substantive procedures to address these requirements.
No
onse related to the method / model corresponds to the suggested category of testing to address the assessed risk
ds / Models of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment. In this example, the inherent risk of error is
this aligns to Category 1: Enhanced testing per the Guidance.
n refer to Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) excel template for standardised substantive procedures that
egory of testing.
Control:
odel validation function performs model validation
art of the model validation control, and approves
mentation. This includes testing over the
cisions of the models, such as testing to verify
priately incorporate the specification and design
Model Development Standards and Model
he results of the model validation procedures are
ew by a senior member of the bank's independent
control:
el monitoring function performs model monitoring
) as part of the bank's model monitoring control and
by the bank. This helps to identify any model
may indicate that the models are no longer
use. The results of the model monitoring
a secondary review by a senior member of the
unction.
efault is not appropriately The engagement team assessed the entity's IFRS 9 accounting Yes
policy and notes it is in line with the requirements of IFRS 9 and
industry practice, and appropriate for the current circumstances.
a for significant increases See results at <WP Ref>.
or appropriately
are considered when
addition, SICR is
ding to assets being
efault is not appropriately The engagement team assessed the entity's central credit risk Yes
policy documents related to ECL methods / models. The
engagement team noted the policies are consistent with both the
a for significant increases entity's IFRS 9 accounting policy and relevant IFRS 9
or appropriately requirements. The policies are also in line with industry practice
are considered when and appropriate for the current circumstances. See results at
addition, SICR is <WP Ref>.
ding to assets being
efault is not appropriately The engagement team notes the Model Development Document Yes
for the PD model appropriately documents the key model
elements. These are consistent with the entity's Model
a for significant increases Development Standards and central policy documents. See
or appropriately results at <WP Ref>.
are considered when
addition, SICR is
ding to assets being
efault is not appropriately The engagement team assessed the PD model's conceptual Yes
soundness and note the methodology is appropriate for the PD-
based method to measure ECLs. Additionally, the variables within
a for significant increases the model are appropriate and the model is fit for purpose. Key
or appropriately judgements made in the model design and development are
are considered when appropriate and in line with IFRS 9 requirements and best
addition, SICR is industry practice. See results at <WP Ref>.
ding to assets being
efault is not appropriately The engagement team finds the entity's definition of default used Yes
in the PD model to be appropriate. It is consistent with the
entity's IFRS 9 accounting policy and industry practice. The entity
has not rebutted the 90 DPD presumption, and the engagement
team find this to be appropriate for the entity's retail mortgage
portfolio. There are differences between the entity's accounting
and regulatory definition of default, this is due to the fact the
banking regulator has specific requirements to recognise default
which are not in line with IFRS 9 requirements. As such, these
differences are appropriate. See results at <WP ref>.
a for significant increases SICR criteria and staging methodology are appropriate, consistent Yes
or appropriately with IFRS requirements and industry practice. For the sample of
are considered when loans tested, there were no exceptions between the engagement
addition, SICR is team's results and management's results. See results at <WP
ding to assets being ref>.
hat
Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use
Please note, for the purposes of this example we have documented the response for two methods / models only. As su
method / model response tabs (Tab M1 - PD Model and Tab M7 - Management Overlay). However, teams complete on
model identified under the Element RMM: Selection of the methods / models is inappropriate in Tab 2. Risk Assessm
Method Inherent
risk of error
Management overlay - late breaking economic event Significant
Document the method used to develop the estimate, including the source of the method.
The management overlay has been developed outside of the ECL modelling environment. This is due to the timing of the late-brea
time to re-run the models to reflect the impact of the late-breaking event. The overlay has been developed using a series of less co
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4b: Methods / Models of the IFRS 9 Global Audit G
Impairment which is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via t
Controls: Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities base
facts and circumstances. Engagement teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identify PRPs and con
their client's specific process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and controls in the table below are not a com
entity's may have in place over methods / models used to develop the ECL estimate.
Where an element (i.e. a method / model, assumption or data) is associated with an inherent risk of fraud or the
inherent risk of error is assessed as significant, the engagement team is required to evaluate the design and
implementation (D&I) of the entity's controls over the applicable PRPS related to the fraud risk / significant risk.
Given the complexity of the ECL estimate, engagement teams also typically test the operating effectiveness of
these controls.
See KAEG-I, ISA 240 | 2.1 "How do we design and perform procedures to respond to fraud risks?" for further
guidance on identifying anti-fraud controls.
PRP M3 The management overlays included by the bank in its model are incomplete
(or management overlays are not appropriately identified when there should
be an overlay recognised)
PRP M4 There are errors in the management overlays recorded in the general ledger /
financial statements.
The IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment does not contain example
PRPs or controls that specifically address the inherent risk of fraud. For the
purposes of this illustrative example, we have included additional PRPs related to
the inherent risk of fraud and identified those controls from the Guidance which
address this risk.
The below question is not applicable as a 'No controls reliance' approach is used.
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
The procedures in the table below are from the Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) excel template on Alex which co
substantive procedures.
Where teams engage a KPMG Credit Risk Specialist, they may use the ISG's KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Papers:
available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page to document:
- Scoping and planning; and
- Findings and conclusions.
3. Consistency with other audit findings: Consider whether there are other
audit findings from the audit that indicate that a management overlay is
required.
M7.3 1a.3.3: Assess 'non-adjusted' management overlays - if there are any (i.e.
management assessed the adjustment ECL impact as immaterial and did no
adjust for the adjustment)
1. Obtain and evaluate management's analysis and related workings for their
assessment of the 'non-adjusted' management overlay, and its impact on the
financial statements. This includes performing the following:
Did we identify any contradictory audit evidence as a result of the procedures performed?
Document the contradictory or inconsistent evidence identified and the procedures performed to address it.
urther context as to intended use of the Estimates work paper.
s is due to the timing of the late-breaking event (discovery of a new COVID-19 variant), this occurred after the entity finalised it's ECL modelling and as s
en developed using a series of less complex equations in an Excel file. Management then posts the overlay as a top side adjustment in the general ledge
The engagement team's response to the two questions noted here aligns to
decisions in Tab 2. Risk assessment. For example, we have selected 'no' to 'D
method / model used in the prior period?', this is consistent with our respon
from the prior period?' for the management overlay in Tab 2.Risk assessmen
No The engagement team's response to the two questions noted here aligns to
decisions in Tab 2. Risk assessment. For example, we have selected 'no' to 'D
method / model used in the prior period?', this is consistent with our respon
No from the prior period?' for the management overlay in Tab 2.Risk assessmen
dure TOD or SAP KPMG specialist involved Risk consideration(s) addressed by procedure
in KCw?
ave appropriately identified the ECL TOD KPMG Credit Risk None
Specialist
that have been incorporated in the
the current reporting date and
cluding completeness and accuracy)
er there are errors in the overlays
ting of overlays). Procedures over
respond to the assessed fraud risk: TOD KPMG Credit Risk None
Specialist
ent overlays
tionale of the need for the KPMG Economic
Specialists
analysis and related workings to
the need for the management overlay.
nale for the need of the overlay is
e and reliability of the information The IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment does not contain example
ay was not initially included in the ECL substantive audit procedures that specifically address the inherent risk of fraud. For the
purposes of this illustrative example, we have identified existing procedures that may
address the identified risk of fraud and have included additional substantive procedures
ment's estimate of the management (see M7.4 and M7.5) that are designed to address the identified risk of fraud.
lysis) behind the ECL estimate of the Involving a KPMG Economics Specialist and/or a KPMG Credit Risk Specialist to assess
prepared on an appropriate basis. This the appropriateness of management's overlay relating to the late-breaking event
d used by management to estimate addresses the identified fraud risk as they can apply their specialised skills, knowledge
th IFRS 9 requirements. and experience to assess whether there is any management's bias.
orkings behind the overlay estimate
(or documentation).
n management’s workings of the
e and reliability of the information
of the overlay.
nges in factors (or variables)
d by management in order to assess:
bles) impact on the overlay amount
tfolio’s ECL estimate (where possible
gagement team).
ent overlays - if there are any (i.e. TOD KPMG Credit Risk None
ECL impact as immaterial and did not Specialist
clusion is appropriate.
alysis to sufficient appropriate audit
res to address the identified fraud TOD KPMG Economics None
Specialist
ing event
The IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment does not contain example
n of the late-breaking economic
experience and skills of KPMG substantive audit procedures that specifically address the inherent risk of fraud.
ay be required for this. For the purposes of this illustrative example, we have identified existing
procedures that may address the identified risk of fraud and have included
nd ECL impact. Evaluate differences (or additional substantive procedures (see M7.4 and M7.5) that are designed to
derstanding the reason for the address the identified risk of fraud.
explanations for differences are
e we did not identify (a) changes to the management overlay from the
e management overlay . If the engagement did identify changes or
rform procedures to address these requirements. Engagement teams can
)' excel template on Alex which contains the substantive procedures to
No
ed to address it.
alised it's ECL modelling and as such management did not have
e adjustment in the general ledger.
n example
of fraud. For the
ures that may
ntive procedures
fraud.
ialist to assess
king event
ills, knowledge
See Tab 1. Overlays - Procedures in the Management Overlays Yes
WP attached at <WP Ref>.
The engagement team notes there is not a material impact on Yes
the ECL estimate from the difference between the KPMG
Economic Specialist's reprojection of the late-breaking event and
management's overlay. Additionally, the differences between the
example KPMG Economic Specialist's reprojection and management's
overlay were able to be justified and driven by estimation
of fraud. uncertainty rather than management being bias in their
decisions. See results at <WP ref>.
ed
ed to
Please note, for the purposes of this example we have documented the response for one assumption grouping. As such
response tab (Tabs AG1 - Central Scenario). However, the team completes one response tab for each assumption group
Assumptions Grouping work paper available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page.
Assumption Inherent
risk of error
Central scenario: internally developed macro-economic parameters Significant
Document the nature of the assumption and how it's used in each applicable method/model, including the sources of information
IFRS 9.5.5.17(c) requires an entity to measure ECL of a financial instrument in a way that reflects forecasts of future economic cond
parameters that reflect management's expectations for the economy. These parameters are developed by economists engaged by
external information ( central bank forecasts, industry reports, historical economic and market data) to develop the parameters. O
to determine the parameters that are correlated to credit losses within the entity's loan portfolios. It is noted from management's
with the alternative scenarios and probability weightings, is incorporated into the PD, EAD and LGD models. The central scenario is
mortgage portfolio at each reporting date to determine whether there is a SICR.
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4c: Assumptions of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidan
available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via the 'Example PRPs an
(Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page.
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities base
circumstances. Engagement teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identify PRPs and controls as a
process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and controls in the table below are not a complete list of control
assumptions used to develop the ECL estimate.
PRP A4 Macro-economic forecasts do not adequately reflect economic conditions that are relevant
at the reporting date
PRP A5 Macro-economic forecasts are outside a reasonable range as each possible economic risk or
parameter has not been appropriately considered
PRP A6 Forward-looking information used in the measurement of ECL is not consistent with other
forward-looking processes across the organisation
PRP A7 The relationship between macro-economic parameters with ECL are not validated
appropriately as management does not consider a complete set of relevant variables for the
portfolio.
Is any control(s) ineffective? No
The below question is not applicable as a 'No controls reliance' approach is used.
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
Did management make changes from the assumption used in the prior period?
Does the assumption rely on the entity's intent or ability to carry out specific courses of action?
The procedures in the table below are from the Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) excel template on Alex
which contains the substantive procedures.
(i) Obtain appropriate historical data related to credit losses and macroecono
parameters.
(ii) Use the historical data to analyse the relationship between credit losses an
macroeconomic parameters (e.g. perform a statistical analysis or regression a
past periods).
(iii) Test the relevance and reliability of the internal and external data used to
historical analysis.
(iv) Challenge the relevance of the entity's macroeconomics parameters by co
the results of the analysis.
A3 1b.1.5.3: Evaluate whether the macroeconomic parameters are selected in a
and consistent manner
(a) For different portfolios that have similar credit risk characteristics (i.e. sim
drivers), challenge whether the macroeconomic parameters are selected in a
and consistent manner.
(b) Evaluate differences (or inconsistencies) in parameters selected by investi
understanding the reasons for the differences, and challenging whether the e
for the differences are appropriate.
(c) Assess the impact of the differences on the entity's ECL, which includes qu
ECL impact to evaluate whether there is a material misstatement and/or whe
any indication of management bias.
A5 1b.1.5.5: Assess the basis for how management made the assumption
(c) Vouch the inputs in management's workings behind the assumption to suffi
appropriate audit evidence (or documentation).
2. Assess whether the entity's basis for determining and generating the centr
appropriate.
Make the assessment by performing the following:
(i) evaluate management's documented methodology (/policy) for determinin
generating the central scenario, including any changes from the prior period;
(ii) evaluate management's evidence to support their selection of the central
regression analysis performed to determine the appropriate central scenario
macroeconomic parameters are combined);
(iii) evaluate the forecast period used in the central scenario; and
(iv) inspect management's workings (/models /calculations) of the central sce
evaluate management's method or approach for determining and generating
scenario.
(iii) Assess the impact of the difference on the entity's ECL, which includes qu
ECL impact to evaluate whether there is a material misstatement or/and whe
any indication of management bias.
A11 1b.1.5.10: Assess the relationship between each macroeconomic parameter
Assess whether the relationship between each macroeconomic parameter an
correctly reflected in the central scenario.
3. Assess the impact of the difference on the entity's ECL, which includes quan
ECL impact to evaluate whether there is a material misstatement or/and whe
any indication of management bias.
A16 1b.2.5: Assess the appropriateness of the central scenario, where the assum
developed by management's specialist
Whether the assumption is consistent A17 1b.4.5.1: Assess whether the central scenario is consistent with other data p
with other data points.
1. Obtain and inspect internal records or other relevant forward-looking info
prepared by the entity and understand how these are used. E.g. Decisions /di
Board meeting minutes, budgets, annual business plan and management rep
position about emerging economic landscape.
2. Compare the other forward looking information to the entity's central scen
3. Where there are differences (or inconsistencies), evaluate these difference
investigating and understanding the reasons for the differences, and evaluati
management whether the explanations for differences are appropriate.
4. Assess whether there is an impact on the entity's ECL, which includes quan
impact of the difference on the ECL to evaluate whether there is a material m
or whether there is any indication of management bias.
A18 1b.4.5.2: Compare to publicly available data or market data
1. Evaluate management's estimate of the assumption by comparing to publi
information (or consensus data) from relevant and reliable external sources.
published by central banks, government bodies, national statistics offices, oth
broker reports) and international bodies (e.g. IMF data, OECD statistics, WTO
2. Evaluate and document the relevance and reliability of the external data.
4. Assess the impact of the difference on the entity's ECL, which includes quan
ECL impact to evaluate whether there is a material misstatement or/and whe
any indication of management bias.
Did we identify any contradictory audit evidence as a result of the procedures performed?
Document the contradictory or inconsistent evidence identified and the procedures performed to address it.
urther context as to intended use of the Estimates work paper.
pically vary between entities based on the entity's specific facts and
s to identify PRPs and controls as appropriate to their client's specific
w are not a complete list of controls that entity's may have in place over
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
CM1.5: Model validation control:
The bank's independent validation function p
activities over the models as part of the mode
approves the models before their implementa
model validation procedures are subject to a s
member of the bank's independent validation
GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-economic CA1: Review and approval of the macro-econ
forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probability-weighted ECL due to: central scenario by the Head Economist.
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified; On a quarterly basis, the Head Economist revi
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the identified macroeconomic economic parameters used in the central scen
variables. economists. The Head Economist challenges t
economists in their selection, and assesses th
correlation of the parameters to the underlyin
review, the Head Economist:
- reviews and approves the economist's analy
demonstrating the correlation between the m
reflective of the relevant ECL risk drivers of th
- assesses whether the parameters selected ta
of macro-economic information available.
- compares management's selection of param
challenging management on explanations for
- reviews the impact of sensitivity tests, and c
sensitivity tests to conclude on the reasonable
Yes
The engagement team's response to the three questions noted
documented risk assessment decisions in Tab 2. Risk assessmen
No selected 'no' to 'Did management make changes from the assum
period?', this is consistent with our response to the inherent risk
prior period?' for the central scenario assumptions in Tab 2.Risk
No
Procedure TOD or SAP KPMG specialist involved Risk consideration(s) addressed by procedure
in KCw?
[Yes/No] [Identify specialist or [Identify each risk consideration that was addressed by this
write NONE] procedure or write NONE]
e note the assumption has been developed by a management's specialist. The engagement team identifies the involvement of
timate as part of their walkthrough and documents this in Tab 1. Understanding. If the engagement does not identify the
n they would perform procedures to address this requirement. Engagement teams can refer to the 'Estimates - IFRS 9
ich contains the substantive procedures to address this requirement.
n of macroeconomic parameters TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
rstand management's basis for selecting the probability-weighted ECL due to:
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
cluding their criteria of selection applied; (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
onomic parameters to be used, including identified macroeconomic variables.
fication of significant parameters;
to management's method/approach from the prior
ment used to select the parameters; and
:
thodology (/criteria of selection for
f the relationship between the macroeconomic TOD KPMG Economics The entity's approach to the determination of the macro-
Specialist economic forecast does not generate, an unbiased, probab
weighted ECL due to:
ated to credit losses and macroeconomic (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
relationship between credit losses and (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
m a statistical analysis or regression analysis for identified macroeconomic variables.
ameters selected TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
-economic parameters and ECL drivers selected by probability-weighted ECL due to:
a comparable entity with a comparable portfolio. (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
parable portfolio within the entity. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
ies) in parameters selected by investigating and (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
ences, and challenging whether the explanations identified macroeconomic variables.
agement made the assumption TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
rstand how management determined the probability-weighted ECL due to:
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
oach), including any changes from the prior period; (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
identified macroeconomic variables.
ment used to estimate the assumption.
alysis) behind the parameter and assess whether it
asis.
dividual parameters TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
mic assumptions by: probability-weighted ECL due to:
r period estimate; or (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
arameter in the current period. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
he actual outcome of the assumption is applied. (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
k-test indicate possible management bias. identified macroeconomic variables.
central scenario TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
s estimate of the macroeconomic assumption probability-weighted ECL due to:
h a comparable portfolio. Alternatively, benchmark (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
e same entity. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
ies) in the estimate by investigating and (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
ences, and challenging whether the explanations identified macroeconomic variables.
itivity analysis of the central scenario TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
nges in the macroeconomic assumptions within the probability-weighted ECL due to:
financial impact on the entity's ECL. Or, (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
(or sensitivity analysis) that is used as part of the (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
drivers of ECL. (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
is reasonable, and indicates any management identified macroeconomic variables.
central scenario TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
rojection of the central scenario, where possible. probability-weighted ECL due to:
(i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
enario and ECL impact. Evaluate differences (or (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
derstanding the reasons for the differences, and (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
differences are appropriate. identified macroeconomic variables.
central scenario TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
e central scenario by: probability-weighted ECL due to:
tral scenario to the prior period estimate; or (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
f the estimate in the current period. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
actual amount of the assumption is applied. (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
k-test indicate possible management bias. identified macroeconomic variables.
e central scenario TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
central scenario against the central scenario of a probability-weighted ECL due to:
ortfolio. Alternatively, you benchmark against a (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
ntity. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
arios include: identified macroeconomic variables.
he central scenario, where the assumption is TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
probability-weighted ECL due to:
ent's specialist and their work in line with the (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
3.2 Evaluate the work of a management's (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
(iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
identified macroeconomic variables.
example we did not identify any changes to the assumption in Tab 2. Risk assessment. If the engagement did changes to the assumption,
es to address this requirements. Engagement teams can refer to the 'Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' excel template on Alex which
s to address this requirement.
enario is consistent with other data points TOD KPMG Economics GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
Specialist of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
r other relevant forward-looking information probability-weighted ECL due to:
how these are used. E.g. Decisions /discussion in (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
l business plan and management reports on their (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
scape. (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
identified macroeconomic variables.
formation to the entity's central scenario.
sistencies), evaluate these differences by
sons for the differences, and evaluating
for differences are appropriate.
the entity's ECL, which includes quantifying the
valuate whether there is a material misstatement
nagement bias.
data or market data TOD NONE GOBKCRE109.8b.06: The entity's approach to the determin
of the macro-economic forecast does not generate, an unb
he assumption by comparing to publicly available probability-weighted ECL due to:
levant and reliable external sources. E.g. data (i) inappropriate scenarios identified;
bodies, national statistics offices, other banks (e.g. (ii) inappropriate macroeconomic variables identified;
(e.g. IMF data, OECD statistics, WTO statistics). (iii) inappropriate probability weights used in respect of the
identified macroeconomic variables.
and reliability of the external data.
e did not identify 'relies on the entity's intent and ability?' as an inherent risk factor related to the assumption in Tab 2. Risk
s as an inherent risk factor to the assumption, then they would perform procedures to address this requirements. Engagement
airment - ECL)' excel template on Alex which contains the substantive procedures to address this requirement.
No
ed to address it.
mple, we have grouped the central scenario assumptions using the IFRS 9 Assumptions Grouping work paper which is
n the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Given the number of assumptions used to develop the ECL estimate, the
nt team may group assumptions that:
sufficiently similar management process;
same relevant control activities;
same inherent risk factors including degree of complexity, subjectivity and estimation uncertainty; and
same audit response (including control response).
s teams to complete one response tab per grouping of assumptions rather than one response tab per individual
n.
into the measurement of ECLs. The central scenario consists of relevant economic
nternally developed. The economists use both internal (historical internal data) and
management perform statistical analysis through the use of an economic response model,
unemployment rate, inflation, GDP and house price parameters. The central scenario, along
entral scenario is considered by management when assessing the credit risk of the retail
l validation control.
e involvement of
identify the
s - IFRS 9
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables. The results of the procedures are documented
in the IFRS 9 Macroeconomic work paper
which is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit
Guidance page. This is then attached to the
relevant KCw screen.
e determination of the macro- See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
t generate, an unbiased, probability- workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
e determination of the macro- See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
t generate, an unbiased, probability- workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 6. Management's specialist of the IFRS 9 Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, Macroeconomics workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the
ue to: engagement team's assessment of the management's specialist.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
ntity's approach to the determination See Tab 2a. Central scenario the IFRS 9 Macroeconomics Yes
ecast does not generate, an unbiased, workpaper attached at <WP Ref> for the results of the procedure
ue to: performed.
identified;
onomic variables identified;
ty weights used in respect of the
variables.
in Tab 2. Risk
nts. Engagement
t.
paper which is
mate, the
ividual
Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use
Please note, for the purposes of this example we have documented the response for two data cards. As such, we have
origination internal and DC2 - Economic data external). However, the team completes one response tab for each data ca
Selection of the data is inappropriate in Tab 2. Risk Assessment.
Document the data, its source, and how it's used in the accounting estimate.
Loan origination data for the retail mortgage portfolio is input into the loan system by the loan underwriter based on the underlyin
into the IFRS 9 credit risk models, again via an automated feed. Reconciliations are performed between the loans system and sub-l
measure the ECL estimate. Some examples include: (a) product type and geographical location are used to segment the loan portfo
impacts the measurement of LGD.
3. What sampling does the engagement team use if they decide to direct-test the accuracy and
completeness the data?
The engagement team uses the 'attribute sample size tables' at KAEG-I, ISA 530.06-08 | 1.1.6.2 Use
attribute sample size tables for attribute sampling, seeking assistance if relevant. The relevant risk used
to determine the sample size is the assessed level of audit response specific to the data, in this example
it would be 'base'.
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4d: Data of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance for B
Impairment which is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via t
PRPs and Controls: Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities base
entity's specific facts and circumstances. Engagement teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identi
controls as appropriate to their client's specific process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and controls in th
are not a complete list of controls that entity's may have in place over data used to develop the ECL estimate.
Only controls related to testing the relevance of data are documented in the table below. If the engagement team dete
the reliability of internal data by testing management's controls, they document these controls in the Information mod
this example, we have taken the approach of direct-testing the loan origination data.
Relevance: Identify PRPs and controls specific to the relevance of data in the table below.
PRP D2 The data is not internally consistent with its use in other significant accounts None
and disclosures.
PRP D3 The source of the data has inappropriately changed (including not changed) None
from the prior year
PRP D4 The data is inappropriately understood and interpreted, including with respect None
to contractual terms.
PRP D5 The relevant data elements used in the models and assumptions are not None
appropriate.
PRP D7 Changes to models have resulted in data no longer being relevant for the None
calculation
PRP D8 Changes made to assumptions have resulted in data no longer being relevant None
for the calculation.
Reliability: Identify PRPs and controls over the reliability of data within the Information module(s) identified above.
The below question is not applicable as a 'No controls reliance' approach is used.
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
Is the data appropriate in the context of the requirements of the applicable financial reporting framework, as well as the business,
environment in which the entity operates?
If the source or items of the data have changed from the prior period, was the change appropriate?
Are there indicators that the source or items of data should have changed from the prior period, but did not?
Is the data internally consistent with its use by the entity in other estimates, significant accounts or disclosures that are tested?
Is the data appropriately understood and interpreted by management, including with respect to contractual terms?
Relevance
Reliability
3. What sampling does the engagement team use if they decide to direct-test the accuracy and
completeness of the data?
The engagement team uses the 'attribute sample size tables' at KAEG-I, ISA 530.06-08 | 1.1.6.2 Use
attribute sample size tables for attribute sampling, seeking assistance if relevant. The relevant risk used
to determine the sample size is the assessed level of audit response specific to the data, in this example
it would be 'base'.
urther context as to intended use of the Estimates work paper.
two data cards. As such, we have completed two data response tabs (DC1 - Loan
s one response tab for each data card identified under the Element RMM:
n underwriter based on the underlying contract between the entity and the customer. The data then flows into the loans sub-ledger system via an auto
d between the loans system and sub-ledger and the sub-ledger and IFRS 9 credit risk models to verify the completeness and accuracy of the data. Loan o
n are used to segment the loan portfolio within the models; (b) the contractual interest rate and contractual repayments amounts and dates are used in
am test
ompleteness of the
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we conclude the
ation was reliable?
Yes
None CD1.2: Comparison of ECL data with other estimates, significant accou
On an annual basis, management compares the ECL data with other esti
accounts, disclosures in the financial statements and with regulatory rep
None CD1.3: Review and approval of adjustments
Management reviews and approves changes or adjustments to internal
est the accounting estimate on 3. Overall approach tab The procedures in the table below are consistent with the stand
IFRSthe
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entity's data in- our
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perform to address the assessed level of inherent risk.
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ta, in this example
b-ledger system via an automated feed, the sub-ledger data then flows
accuracy of the data. Loan origination data is used in a number models to
ounts and dates are used in the calculation of EAD; (c) the collateral type
ddressing PRP
ta Policy
d approves the IFRS 9 data policy that outlines
used in the models and assumptions, which is
ta Policy
ta elements
s:
as well as the level of granularity used in the
es
es changes made to models including
nd data within the calculation.
he assumptions
a is appropriate.
propriately understood or interpreted by
<WP Ref>.
e indicators to change the source or items of None
al instruments requirements,
try and environment (e.g. expansion of a loan
here data is no longer available from a third
s identified;
applied by management to the data (e.g. when
ontract for contractual data).
used in ECL estimate and other estimates,
ures includes: the inflation rate which is used in
forecast within the ECL estimate may be used
will forecast.
s identified;
applied by management to the data (e.g. when
ontract for contractual data).
<WP Ref>.
a is appropriately understood and interpreted None
<WP Ref>.
Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use o
work paper.
Please note, for the purposes of this example we have documented the response for two data cards. As such, we have t
response tabs (DC1 - Loan origination internal and DC2 - Economic data external). However, the team completes one re
each data card identified under the Element RMM: Selection of the data is inappropriate in Tab 2. Risk Assessment.
For the external data, identify whether it is: External and not a sou
What are examples of external data that is considered 'not a source document':
• foreign exchange rates,
• interest rates,
• company share prices, and
• market/ industry/ or competitor information, including forecasts.
Document the data, its source, and how it's used in the accounting estimate.
Unadjusted macro-economic forecast data includes forecasts of macro-economic parameters that are used in the entity's the cent
economists developing their own internal forecasts (i.e. assumptions). The final forecasted scenarios are uploaded by the economi
The macro-economic forecast data is obtained from a number of different sources which include financial services firms (e.g. Bloom
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4d: Data of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance for Ba
Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via the 'Example PRPs and Controls: Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impa
Global Audit Guidance page. In this example, we have only documented controls over the relevance of the data, as we
reliability of the data. However, the 'Examples PRPs and Controls: Estimate - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' document also
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities base
teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identify PRPs and controls as appropriate to their client's sp
controls in the table below are not a complete list of controls that entity's may have in place over data used to develop
Controls related to testing the relevance and reliability of the data are documented in the table below. This is because
management's controls over the relevance of the external data, and performing substantive procedures to obtain furth
Relevance: PRPs and controls over the relevance of data are tested through the Estimates module. The respective relevance PRPs
Reliability: PRPs and controls over the reliability of data are tested through the Estimates module. The respective reliability PRPs a
Relevance PRP D2 The data is not internally consistent with its use in other significant accounts
and disclosures.
Relevance PRP D3 The source of the data has inappropriately changed (including not changed)
from the prior year
Relevance PRP D4 The data is inappropriately understood and interpreted, including with respect
to contractual terms
Relevance PRP D5 The relevant data elements used in the models and assumptions are not
appropriate.
Relevance PRP D7 Changes to models have resulted in data no longer being relevant for the
calculation
Relevance PRP D8 Changes made to assumptions have resulted in data no longer being relevant
for the calculation.
The below question is not applicable as a 'No controls reliance' approach is used.
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
Is the data appropriate in the context of the requirements of the applicable financial reporting framework, as well as the business,
environment in which the entity operates?
If the source or items of the data have changed from the prior period, was the change appropriate?
Are there indicators that the source or items of data should have changed from the prior period, but did not?
Is the data internally consistent with its use by the entity in other estimates, significant accounts or disclosures that are tested?
Is the data appropriately understood and interpreted by management, including with respect to contractual terms?
Relevance
Reliability
Complete the below section to test the reliability of the external data.
Note: When performing procedures over the reliability of external data, the engagement team test management’s con
perform substantive procedures to address the reliability of the data. When testing the reliability of data used in an esti
whether a controls only approach is sufficient or if they need to perform additional procedures to obtain further evide
In this example we have taken the approach of testing management's controls over the reliability of the external data,
obtain further evidence that the data is sufficiently reliable. The extent of procedures performed over the reliability of
engagement team in response to the assessed level of audit response. To address the 'Elevated' risk, the engagement t
information to an alternative independent external source (Procedure 3).
The data is external and not a source document. Determine the approach to evaluate the reliability of the external data and docum
1c.3.2: Evaluate the reliability of external data the is considered 'not a source document':
The engagement team performed the following procedures to evaluate the reliability of the external data:
1. Evaluate the objectivity and competence of the third party source. This included performing the following:
a. obtain and inspect relevant documentation to determine the nature and scope of any relationship that exists between the entity
b. discuss with members of management their relationship with the third party source and inspect evidence management gathere
c. make inquiries of those charged with governance (TCWG) / Audit Committee of whether they are aware of any relationships wit
d. evaluate the results of procedures performed with reference to related party relationships and transactions.
e. if relationships exist, examine them further to determine whether management has the ability to directly or indirectly control or
to provide reasonable assurance that the external information provided is not unduly influenced and remain at arm's length.
4. Agree the macro-economic data provided by management to the external information source.
Based on the above procedures the engagement team notes the external data is sufficiently reliable. Please refer to the document
IMPORTANT: the procedures above have been documented here assuming the data is considered 'not a source document' and t
Data. However, the procedures documented here may differ based on the type of external data tested and the audit approach t
?"
of a financial transaction with a third party and is
ty's accounting records. This document includes the
r terms or conditions that pertain to the financial
ent':
that are used in the entity's the central economic scenario. The forecast macro-economic data is used by the economists for some of the macro-econo
enarios are uploaded by the economists into the scenario management tool and this then flows via an automated data feed into the IFRS 9 credit risk m
ude financial services firms (e.g. Bloomberg), the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the central bank.
FRS 9 Global Audit Guidance for Banks - Impairment which is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit
Controls: Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9
r the relevance of the data, as we have decided to perform substantive procedures over the
Impairment - ECL)' document also contains examples of controls over reliability of external data.
pically vary between entities based on the entity's specific facts and circumstances. Engagement
s as appropriate to their client's specific process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and
n place over data used to develop the ECL estimate.
n the table below. This is because in this example, we have taken the approach of testing
tantive procedures to obtain further evidence that the data is sufficiently reliable.
odule. The respective relevance PRPs and controls added in the table below will also need to be created on the 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates screen.
odule. The respective reliability PRPs and controls added in the table below will also need to be created on the 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates screen.
her significant accounts None CD1.2: Comparison of ECL data with other es
On an annual basis, management compares t
accounts, disclosures in the financial stateme
ed, including with respect None CD1.1: Review and approval of data policy
eing relevant for the None CD1.6: Review and approval of model chang
od, but did not? Yes 1c.1.3: Assess whether there are any indicators to change
data from the prior period
nts or disclosures that are tested? Yes 1c.1.4: Assess whether the data is internally consistent w
Per KAEG-I, ISA 500.07-09 | 1.2.1 "What is the 'nature' of information?" the different na
follows:
Electronic document Hard-copy documents: Information obtained in documentary form - e.g. original execut
Provided by entity/management
Electronic documents: Information that has been filmed, digitized or otherwise transfor
form - e.g. a scanned PDF of an executed sales contract.
Electronic data: Data held in the entity's IT systems. Electronic data may originate from
data manually input into the system) or may be electronically generated (e.g. EDI).
form - e.g. a scanned PDF of an executed sales contract.
Electronic data: Data held in the entity's IT systems. Electronic data may originate from
data manually input into the system) or may be electronically generated (e.g. EDI).
S 9 (Impairment - ECL) - Tab 1c. Data (i.e. the excel template on Alex, released
ment team test management’s control(s) over external data AND/OR design and
he reliability of data used in an estimate, the engagement team considers
procedures to obtain further evidence that the data is sufficiently reliable.
xternal data:
g the following:
tionship that exists between the entity and the external information source.
spect evidence management gathered regarding their assessment of the third party source, if any, prior to contracting with them.
ey are aware of any relationships with the third party source when they approved the use of the third party source.
and transactions.
ility to directly or indirectly control or significantly influence the third party source. This may include obtaining an understanding of controls (safeguards
ced and remain at arm's length.
nt external sources (e.g. compare the central bank's forecast to a financial services firm's forecast)
rce.
eliable. Please refer to the documented procedures at <WP Ref>.
dered 'not a source document' and the engagement team performs substantive procedures to address reliability. These procedures are consistent w
data tested and the audit approach taken by the engagement team.
Yes
he economists for some of the macro-economic parameters in central scenario rather than the
omated data feed into the IFRS 9 credit risk models for the measurement of ECLs.
CD1.2: Comparison of ECL data with other estimates, significant accounts and disclosures
On an annual basis, management compares the ECL data with other estimates, significant
accounts, disclosures in the financial statements and with regulatory reporting.
CD2.1: Approval of external information sources used to develop the ECL estimate
On an annual basis, management approves the external information sources used to develop the
ECL estimate. Any changes made to the approved listing of service providers are supported by a
rationale and are approved by management.
On an annual basis, management reviews and approves the IFRS 9 data policy that outlines the
selection and application of relevant data used in the models and assumptions, which is in line
with IFRS 9.
On an annual basis, management reviews the ECL data used in model design decisions and
assumptions for relevance and level of granularity. Where changes are made to the data listing
used, management challenges and approves the changes, tracking the updates in the document
isting.
The bank's independent validation function performs model validation activities over the models
as part of the model validation control, and approves the models before their implementation
and use. The results of the model validation procedures are subject to a secondary review by a
senior member of the bank's independent validation function.
Specifically for data, model validation includes:
- validate the relevance and reliability of data as well as the level of granularity used in the model
during model validation.
Management reviews, challenges and approves changes made to models including understanding
the impacts on assumptions and data within the calculation.
CD1.7: Review and approval of changes to the assumptions
Management reviews, challenges and approves changes made to assumptions, including
understanding the impacts on the model as well as the data used for the calculation of the
assumption.
s whether there are any indicators to change the source or items of None
e prior period
ether there are indicators that the source or items of the data should
from the prior period. This may include performing the following.
er areas of the audit file in the current period and consider whether
evidence obtained in other areas of the audit which may indicate that
items of the data should have changed from the prior period.
indicators that the source or items of the data should have changed
r period but management have not made the change:
ries oft to understand their rationale for not changing the data.
inspect their documented analysis (and relevant documentation) that
rationale.
ther management's rationale is appropriate. In making this assessment,
nature of the ECL estimate, the requirements of IFRS 9, and the
ustry and environment in which the entity operate.
document whether there is an impact on the ECL estimate, including
e is a material misstatement (if any) and/or whether there is any
management bias.
s whether the data is internally consistent with other data points None
ther the data is internally consistent with its use by the entity in other
nificant accounts or disclosures that are tested. This includes
he following.
ther the data is internally consistent with its use for other areas of the
ng:
eporting purposes (e.g. the credit risk details reported within the
al regulatory returns); and
nagement reporting (e.g. annual business plan or budget).
performing the following.
differences between the data used in the ECL estimate and the
ments:
ies of management to understand their rationale for the differences.
inspect their documented analysis (and relevant documentation) that
rationale. Assess whether management's rationale is appropriate.
document whether there is an impact on the ECL estimate, including
e is a material misstatement (if any) and/or whether there is any
management bias as a result of the differences in the data.
, the macro-economic data used by management to (i) build the IFRS 9 credit risk models and (ii)
tems. Electronic data may originate from a hard copy source (e.g.
e electronically generated (e.g. EDI).
contract.
tems. Electronic data may originate from a hard copy source (e.g.
e electronically generated (e.g. EDI).
ning an understanding of controls (safeguards) in place at the third party source that are designed
eliability. These procedures are consistent with Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) - Tab 1c.
gaging a
mist
ing the
Information in red text will be provided throughout this illustration to assist with further context as to intended use
paper.
The engagement team completes one Application response tab for all aspects of the ECL estimate identified under the
Application of the methods / models, assumptions and data is inappropriate in Tab 2. Risk assessment.
Risk assessment summary for the application of the methods, assumptions and data
Always complete this section.
Response level to
Aspects of the estimate that warrant separate response levels Inherent
Reference for the application of methods, assumptions and data risk of error
AP1 Retail Mortgages - PD model - accurate application and integrity of model Significant
AP2 Retail Mortgages - LGD model - accurate application and integrity of the model Significant
AP3 Retail Mortgages - EAD model - accurate application and integrity of the model Base
AP4 Economic scenario model - accurate application and integrity of the model Significant
Retail Mortgages - ECL Calculation Model - accurate application and integrity of the
AP5 model Base
AP6 Retail mortgages - Forced Sale Discount model - accurate application and integrity Elevated
of the model
The example PRPs and controls in the table below are from Section 4b: Methods / Models of the IFRS 9 Global Audit G
Impairment, which is available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page. Alternatively, the teams can access these via
Controls: Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL)' document which is also available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance
Please note, the PRPs and controls in the table below are examples only. Controls typically vary between entities base
facts and circumstances. Engagement teams perform walkthroughs and document the process to identify PRPs and con
their client's specific process over the ECL estimate. Additionally, the PRPs and controls in the table below are not a com
entity's may have in place over the application of their methods / models, assumptions and data used to develop the E
Identify PRPs and controls for the application of the methods, assumptions and data
Complete this section if we have identified a 'Controls reliance' approach and/or a 'Significant' response level for at least one aspect
PRP AP2 Performance issues with the model are not identified or monitored, resulting in an None
incorrect or inaccurate model output
PRP AP3 The model does not produce a reasonable and accurate output None
PRP AP4 The model code is inappropriate (or there are errors in the model code) None
PRP AP5 Inappropriate changes are made to a model's code after development, and during None
or after implementation
Is any control(s) ineffective? No
Complete this question only if we had a controls reliance approach for any aspect of the application and the controls failed. Otherwi
Revise control reliance?
Reconsider the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures based on the change in our assessment of controls response t
Design and perform procedures for the application of the methods, assumptions and data
Complete this section in the following two circumstances. Otherwise, leave this section blank.
1. If "Test and evaluate the entity's process" was selected as the substantive approach to test the accounting estimate on 3. Ove
2. If "Develop an independent expectation" was selected as the substantive approach to test the accounting estimate on 3. Over
Whether the application of the AP1 1d.1.1: Assess the model validation activities and results
methods, assumptions and data is
appropriate. Assess whether the validation activities performed as part of the entity's
independent model validation control are appropriate, and assess the
This includes the following: findings contained in the model validation reports by performing the
(a) Whether the calculations made in following.
accordance with the method are
mathematically accurate, and 1. Obtain and inspect the entity's independent model validation reports
(b) Whether the integrity of the during the reporting period (i.e. the reports that document the results of the
relevant assumptions and data has independent model validation testing).
been maintained in applying the
method.
2. Assess whether the validation activities performed and the results and
conclusions (as noted in the independent validation reports) are consistent
with the entity's model validation policy. This includes assessing:
a. whether a complete set of validation activities were performed in line with
the entity's model validation policy (i.e. whether all of the required validation
activities have been performed, and whether these were performed as
described in the policy).
b. whether the results and conclusions reached in the validation reports are
consistent with the entity's model validation policy.
c. whether there is evidence of appropriate challenge of key judgements
consistent with the entity's model validation policy; and
d. whether there is appropriate resolution of issues identified, consistent
with the entity's model validation policy.
3. Inspect and assess the model validation report results (or findings) for each
model during the reporting period. Where there are findings (or exceptions)
noted in the model validation reports, assess whether there findings have
been appropriately evaluated and addressed by management / model
developers. This includes performing the following:
i. for closed findings, evaluate the reasoning for the closure, evaluate the
relevant evidence for the closure and assess whether changes have been
appropriately implemented in the model; and
ii. for opening findings, assess the resulting audit impact.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for all categories of models.
2. Assess the evidence supporting the model's calibration, and whether this is
in line with Model Development Document.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for Category 1 (Significant) and 2
(Elevated) models.
AP5 1d.1.5: Perform model re-performance testing (where the models are
internally developed by the bank)
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for Category 1 (Significant) models only.
AP6 1d.1.7: Assess the integrity of the assumptions and data in the model -
completeness
Assess whether management has appropriately identified all assumptions
and data which are relevant to the ECL estimate by performing the following
(i.e. assess the completeness of assumptions and data used in the ECL
estimate).
1. Obtain the entity's list of assumptions and data used in the ECL estimate at
current period-end.
3. Obtain the entity's list of assumptions and data used in the ECL estimate at
prior period-end. Compare to the assumptions and data used in the current
period-end (i.e. the list in Step 1) to evaluate whether the assumptions and
data used in the current period are consistent with the prior period.
4. Assess whether there is any assumptions and data which is relevant to the
ECL estimate at period-end that have not been identified by management.
This includes performing the following
a. perform corroborative inquiries of appropriate management personnel
(e.g. finance team, technical accounting team, independent price verification
team, independent model validation team) to identify if there are any other
assumptions and data.
b. inspect the meeting minutes of the Credit Risk Committee (or equivalent)
and other relevant meeting minutes of management and those charged with
governance (TCWG) as appropriate to identify if there are other assumptions
and data.
c. inspect the results of the independent model validation control during the
period to identify whether the results indicate any other assumptions and
data which should have been considered by management and reflected in
the ECL estimate.
d. inspect other areas of the audit file in the current period and consider
whether there is audit evidence obtained in other areas of the audit which
may indicate other assumptions and data.
e. assess whether there are any changes in circumstances in the current
period which may indicate other assumptions and data. In making the
assessment, the engagement team may consider whether there is
assumptions and data that have not been identified by management
resulting from the following:
• requirements in IFRS 9 Financial instruments;
• the business, industry and environment in which the entity operates;
• model factors (e.g. where a model based valuation approach is used, the
model may require certain data);
• unforeseen circumstances (e.g. break-out of a pandemic).
5. If there is assumptions and data which management have not identified
(i.e. as a result of step 3 above when comparing to the list obtained in step
1):
a. make inquiries of management to understand their rationale for not
identifying the assumptions and data when developing the ECL estimate.
b. obtain and inspect their documented analysis (and relevant
documentation) that outlines their rationale.
c. assess whether management's rationale is appropriate. In making this
assessment, consider the nature of the ECL estimate, the requirements of
IFRS 9, and the business, industry and environment in which the entity
operate.
d. assess and document whether there is an impact on the ECL estimate,
including whether there is a material misstatement (if any) and/or whether
there is any indication of management bias.
AP7 1d.1.8: Assess the integrity of the assumptions and data in the model -
vouch
Vouch the assumptions and data used in the model to relevant
documentation.
5. Based on the results of the back-testing, assess and document (a) whether
there is a material misstatement of the ECL estimate; and/or (b) whether
there is any indication of management bias.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for Category 1 (Significant) and 2
(Elevated) models.
AP9 1d.1.10: Perform a sensitivity analysis of the ECL estimate
1. Obtain and inspect sensitivity analysis performed by management during
the reporting period (if there are any). Sensitivity analysis is generally
performed by applying appropriate sensitivities of changes in assumptions in
order to assess the potential impact on the entity’s ECL estimate.
2. Assess whether management's sensitivity analysis is appropriate for
purposes of the audit. This includes performing the following:
a. assess whether the sensitivities applied in the model are appropriate
(these are variations to the inputs in the model, generally assumptions)
b. assess whether thresholds used by management to define an outlier/
assess movements in the estimate are appropriate.
c. perform and document appropriate procedures over the relevance and
reliability of the information used in the sensitivity analysis (e.g. vouch the
inputs used in management's sensitivity analysis to relevant documentation).
d. verify the mathematical accuracy of management's sensitivity analysis.
3. Based on the results of the sensitivity analysis, assess and document (a)
whether there is a material misstatement of the ECL estimate; and/or (b)
whether there is any indication of management bias.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for Category 1 (Significant) and 2
(Elevated) models.
A10 1d.1.11: Perform benchmarking of the ECL estimate:
1. Compare management’s estimate of the significant assumptions with
publicly available information (or consensus data) from relevant and reliable
external sources. In doing so, evaluate whether management’s estimate is
appropriate or reasonable compared with the external sources.
Note: Such data may include data published by the central bank, government
bodies, national statistics offices, other banks (e.g. broker reports) and
international bodies (e.g. IMF data, OECD data, WTO statistics).
2. Evaluate the differences (or inconsistencies) by investigating and
understanding the reasons for the differences, and evaluating whether
management’s explanations for differences are appropriate. In doing so,
assess whether these results indicate possible management bias and/or a risk
of material misstatement over the ECL estimate.
This procedure is included in the 'KPMG Credit Risk Specialist Work Paper:
ECLs (IFRS 9) - Scoping and Planning' for Category 1 (Significant) and 2
(Elevated) models.
1. Obtain management's reconciliation between the final ECL model and the
approved macroeconomic forecasts (including central and alternative
scenarios and late-breaking events).
4. Vouch the macroeconomic forecasts (and related inputs) within the final
ECL model to their relevant and appropriate source.
Did we identify any contradictory audit evidence as a result of the procedures performed?
Document the contradictory or inconsistent evidence identified and the procedures performed to address it.
ontext as to intended use of the Estimates work
d data
d data
se level for at least one aspect of the application. Otherwise, leave this section blank.
Access to the model code (including the ability to change the mode
restricted to authorised personnel only.
CAP.5: Review and approval of changes to the model code
Changes to model code are reviewed and authorised by two approp
senior management personnel within the model development team
independent to the personnel involved in writing the model code).
place prior to implementation of the model.
The procedures in the table below are from the Estimates - IFRS 9 (Impairment - ECL) excel
ons and data contains the substantive procedures.
Where teams engage a KPMG Credit Risk Specialist, they may use the ISG's KPMG Credit Ris
accounting estimate on 3. Overall approach tab (IFRS 9) available on the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance page to document:
- Scoping
ccounting estimate on 3. Overall approach tab AND we andthat
concluded planning.
we will use at least one of the entity's method in our independent expectation on
- Findings and conclusions.
t impact.
Risk Specialist Work Paper:
gories of models.
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Reference of the aspect of the
dressing PRP estimate the controls address
AP1, AP2, AP3, AP4, AP5, AP6
tion performs model validation
model validation control, and
mentation and use. The results of the
to a secondary review by a senior
dation function.
The engagement team notes the model validation activities over Yes
the IFRS 9 Credit Risk models were performed in line with the
model validation policy, and there was evidence of appropriate
challenge by the model validator. See results at <WP Ref>.
There were no findings noted in the model validation reports
during the current period which is appropriate based on the
results on the model validation activities. See results at <WP
Ref>.
The engagement team notes the model monitoring activities over Yes
the IFRS 9 Credit Risk models were performed in line with the
model monitoring policy, and there was evidence of appropriate
challenge by the control operator. See results at <WP Ref>.
See the KPMG Credit Risk Specialists Work Paper: ECL - Findings Yes
and Conclusions memo at <WP Ref>.
The engagement team notes that a complete population of Yes
assumptions and data inputs has been used in management's
models. See results at <WP Ref>.
The engagement team vouched a sample of assumptions and
data used in the model to relevant documentation (e.g. loan
contracts, central bank macro-economic forecasts, historical data
etc.) and noted there were no exceptions. See results at <WP
Ref>.
NOTE: This tab has not been completed as an illustrative example, instead this tab includes guidance and documentation con
assist teams when completing this tab for the ECL estimate.
Summary of results
Element Conclusion
If any element was determined to be 'Not appropriate,' document how we've appropriately considered the impact on internal con
It is recommended teams complete the Evaluation of ECL estimate component work paper - KPMG Clara workflow available on t
page to assist them to conclude on the overall ECL estimate. This work paper assists teams to:
- document risk assessment decisions that changed as the teams assessed the ECL estimate over the course of the audit; and
- re-aggregate the individual estimate components to evaluate the ECL at the financial statement caption level.
Conclusions for the risks of material misstatement for the estimate
Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud
RMM Conclusion
For guidance on auditing disclosures related to the ECL estimate, see Section 4e. Disclosures of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance -
To evaluate whether sufficient and appropriate audit evidence has been obtained over disclosures, teams assess whether:
- disclosures comply with the requirements of IFRS 7 and IAS 1;
- the information contained in the disclosures is complete and accurate;
- disclosures are reasonable and relevant to users of the financial statements;
- disclosures are sufficiently granular to show users useful and specific information, but they are not so extensive that they obscure
- disclosures are free from management bias;
- management includes disclosures, beyond those that are specifically required by IFRS 7 and IAS 1, necessary to achieve the fair p
- identified misstatements, either individually or in combination, do not have a material effect on the relevant disclosures, or the o
To conclude on whether management have appropriately described how they have understood and addressed estimation uncerta
- a broad range of users (e.g. investors, analysts and other stakeholders) would be able to understand the estimation uncertainty a
uncertainty, including an appropriate description of:
• the ECL estimate and an explanation of the nature and limitations of the estimation process, including the variability in reasonab
• significant accounting policies related to the ECL estimate, which may include matters such as the specific principles, bases, conv
financial statements; and
• significant or critical judgements (e.g. those that had the most significant effect on the ECL amount recognised in the financial sta
scenarios) or other sources of estimation uncertainty.
While audit procedures over all disclosures are performed and documented in the 3.1 Financial reporting module, summarize here
2. Where teams believe that management prepared the component of the ECL estimate in an optimistic or cautious manner, this i
document why this is the case (e.g. why many or all elements are cautious or optimistic, making the estimate as a whole cautious
determine whether there is, or they believe there is, management bias. The fact that management prepared an accounting estima
3. Last, teams consider whether the estimate appears to have been prepared in a way that results in a specific benefit to managem
document in what way the estimate is favourable to management or the entity. This question provides another indicator to teams
point out the contrary.
Considering all elements in the aggregate, is the estimate prepared by management in a cautious,
neutral, or optimistic manner?
Investigate and document why management prepared the estimate in a cautious or optimistic manner
(e.g. why many or all elements are cautious or optimistic making the estimate as a whole cautious or
optimistic).
Does the estimate appear to be prepared in a way that results in a specific benefit to management or the
entity (e.g. it may affect bonuses, analyst expectations or debt covenants)?
PCAOB & US GAAS ONLY | Can an estimate that is best supported by the audit evidence be calculated
(i.e. amount calculated using the most appropriate method, data and assumptions based on the entity’s
circumstances)?
If teams identify management bias, then the effect of that bias may cause the financial statements to be materially misstated. In ad
intention to mislead, management bias is fraudulent in nature. Fraudulent financial reporting is often accomplished through intenti
accounting estimates).
- Where teams determine an audit misstatement due to management bias, document the audit misstatement identified and the re
- Where management bias is determined to be the result of fraud (i.e. intentional bias) teams identify the illegal acts and evaluate t
suspected non-compliance, including illegal acts' for additional information.
Based on the information above, have we identified, or do we believe that there is, management bias (either intentional or uninte
preparation of the accounting estimate?
Document our considerations.
Evaluate the implications on the integrity of management or employees and the possible effect on other aspects of
the audit, particularly the reliability of management representations.
Evaluate whether the circumstances indicate possible collusion and, if so, its effect on the reliability of evidence
obtained.
To evaluate whether management have selected an appropriate point estimate, teams may consider:
- the methods / models and data used in the ECL estimate were selected appropriately, including when alternative methods / mod
- valuation attributes used were appropriate and complete (e.g. the macro-economic assumptions used by management are reaso
- the ECL assumptions used were selected from a range of reasonably possible amounts and were supported by appropriate data
- the data used was appropriate, relevant and reliable, and the integrity of that data was maintained.
- the calculations were applied in accordance with the method and were mathematically accurate.
- management's point estimate is appropriately chosen from the reasonably possible measurement outcomes (e.g. the ECL has be
- the related ECL disclosures appropriately describe the amount as an estimate and explain the nature and limitations of the estim
Has management taken the appropriate steps to understand and address estimation uncertainty by selecting an appropriate point
by sufficiently and appropriately describing the estimation uncertainty in disclosure(s)?
Do our assessments of the RMMs, fraud risks, response levels and control responses remain appropriate (including our
considerations around management bias)?
Do our audit procedures need to be modified or do additional procedures need to be performed because of changes in the RMMs
fraud risks, response levels or control responses?
Describe the change in the RMMs, fraud risks, response levels and/or control responses and the modified or additional audit proce
Refer to 'Tab 2. Risk assessment changes' in the 'Evaluation of ECL estimate component work paper - KCw' attached at <WP Ref>
RMM, fraud risk, response levels and control responses remain appropriate (including the considerations around management bia
The above questions require the team to confirm whether at the evaluation stage they can conclude that their assessment remains
changes in the 'Evaluation of the ECL estimate components work paper - KCw' allows teams to document any risk assessment chan
culminates in the response to the above highlighted questions.
Where the audit team answers 'Yes' to 'Do our assessments of the RMMs, fraud risks, response levels and controls responses remai
grey out. It is suggested that teams cross reference to the 'Evaluation of ECL estimate components workpaper - KCw' in the greyed
supports the team's rationale that their assessments of RMMs, fraud risks, response levels and control responses remain appropria
Is the estimate, including disclosures, reasonable in the circumstances and in conformity with the applicable financial reporting fra
Document significant judgments relating to our determination that the accounting estimate, including disclosures, is reasonable in
Teams determine whether the estimate component, including disclosures, is reasonable in the circumstances and in conformity w
based on the audit team's results and responses throughout the audit of the ECL estimate.
As a starting point for evaluating misstatements, teams understand the reason for the audit misstatement (including considering w
management bias or a control deficiency). Once teams have considered this, they consider the impact on the audit. In some cases
result of a combination of factual, judgemental and projected misstatements, making separate misstatement identifications difficu
- accumulate misstatements and consider whether they indicate undetected misstatements;
- communicate accumulated misstatements to management and request their correction;
- where there are offsetting errors across different components, consider the impacts of such errors on financial statement presen
- accumulate misstatements and evaluate the impact of the uncorrected misstatements on the auditor's opinion;
- assess whether misstatements are indicative of deficiencies in controls and/or weaknesses in the bank's control environment; an
- consider potential indicators of management bias related to misstatements. For example, if management identified additional ad
team, then the team evaluates the implications for the integrity of management and their risk assessments, including fraud risk.
- accumulate misstatements and evaluate the impact of the uncorrected misstatements on the auditor's opinion;
- assess whether misstatements are indicative of deficiencies in controls and/or weaknesses in the bank's control environment; an
- consider potential indicators of management bias related to misstatements. For example, if management identified additional ad
team, then the team evaluates the implications for the integrity of management and their risk assessments, including fraud risk.
Have we obtained sufficient appropriate audit evidence for every RMM and relevant financial statement assertion related to the e
Based on the additional audit procedures performed, have we obtained sufficient appropriate audit evidence for every RMM and r
financial statement assertion related to the estimate?
rther context as to intended use of the
ficiencies are identified, and the engagement team cannot identify compensating controls or perform tests of operating effectiveness (TOEs) of process-
d RMMs, then this will impact the team's audit approach. As such, teams would have already reconsidered the nature, timing and extent of substantive
fied as ineffective in the relevant Response tab. See pg.14 of Section 5. Evaluate and reporting of the IFRS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment
To evaluate indicators of possible management bias for each element, the team completes three steps:
1. Teams evaluate the individual judgements and decisions made by management with regards to the method/
whether the element is cautious, neutral or optimistic.
he results of the team's 2. To identify indicators of management bias, teams evaluate whether management selected the most appropr
in the Response tabs, 3. Document and investigate the indicators of management bias. Teams may begin their investigation by inquiri
clude on whether the bias or actual bias in management's judgements, then they evaluate whether their risk assessments, including i
appropriate. related audit response remain appropriate.
onsidered the impact on internal controls (i.e. control deficiencies identified). If all elements were determined to be 'Appropriate,' document N/A.
Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud Inherent risk of error Inherent risk of fraud
are not so extensive that they obscure material items from users of the financial statements;
IAS 1, necessary to achieve the fair presentation of financial statements as a whole; and
t on the relevant disclosures, or the overall financial statements as a whole.
od and addressed estimation uncertainty, assess whether:
derstand the estimation uncertainty associated with the ECL estimate and how management has addressed estimation
, including the variability in reasonably possible measurement outcomes;
as the specific principles, bases, conventions, rules and practices applied in preparing and presenting the ECL estimate in the
amount recognised in the financial statements) as well as significant forward-looking assumptions (e.g. macro-economic
al reporting module, summarize here the results for those disclosures that relate to the accounting estimate.
e
prepared by management was prepared in a cautious, neutral or optimistic manner.
e identified by the auditor when considering the elements in aggregate, or when observing management's selection of elements
hod/model, assumption or data, then this fact probably makes the estimate cautious or optimistic.
n of whether, based on their judgement, they believe management was cautious, neutral or optimistic in preparing the accounting
RS 9 Global Audit Guidance - Banks: Impairment for considerations.
n optimistic or cautious manner, this is an indicator of management bias at the estimate component level. Teams investigate and
king the estimate as a whole cautious or optimistic) and this information, together with other indicators, will help the team
ement prepared an accounting estimate in a cautious or optimistic manner does not necessarily mean there is bias.
esults in a specific benefit to management or the entity (e.g. it may affect bonuses, analyst expectations or debt covenants). Teams
n provides another indicator to teams. This type of indicator may further point out that there may be management bias or may
Calculate the difference between the amount best supported by the audit evidence and the estimate
recorded in the financial statements.
-
ents to be materially misstated. In addition, if the bias represents fraud there are additional implications for the audit (i.e. where there is
is often accomplished through intentional misstatement of accounting estimates, which may include intentionally understating or overstating
it misstatement identified and the related control deficiency (where no control deficiency is identified, teams document the rationale).
identify the illegal acts and evaluate the implications on the audit. See 'KAEG-I, ISA 250.19-22 | 3 Evaluate the possible effect of actual or
ability of evidence
consider:
ding when alternative methods / models for making the accounting estimate and alternative sources of data were available.
ptions used by management are reasonable).
were supported by appropriate data that is relevant reliable.
ntained.
urate.
rement outcomes (e.g. the ECL has been measured in line with IFRS 9 and the adjustments made by management were appropriate).
he nature and limitations of the estimation process, including the variability of reasonably possible measurement outcomes.
the applicable financial reporting framework? Document conclusion on 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates screen.
ncluding disclosures, is reasonable in the circumstances and in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.
he circumstances and in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework. This decision is
statement assertion related to the estimate? If Yes to this question, document conclusion on 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates scree
e audit evidence for every RMM and relevant If Yes or No to this question, document conclusion on 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates
effectiveness (TOEs) of process-level controls that address
ming and extent of substantive procedures where controls
Guidance - Banks: Impairment for further guidance.
ias considerations
Document the indicator(s) of bias and investigate and document why management
chose the method, assumption or data used.
e. where there is
stating or overstating
the rationale).
ffect of actual or
ble.
ppropriate).
mes.
and reflects how the audit team assessed that the
ion on 3.x.6.x.1. Estimates screen.