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聚石化学: 会计师事务所选聘制度(2025年7月)

Core Viewpoint - The document outlines the selection and management procedures for accounting firms by Guangdong Jushi Chemical Co., Ltd, aiming to enhance audit quality and protect shareholder interests [1][2]. Group 1: General Principles - The selection of accounting firms must comply with relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and audit quality [1]. - The company must not engage an accounting firm before obtaining approval from the board and shareholders [2]. Group 2: Quality Requirements for Accounting Firms - Selected accounting firms must possess independent qualifications, relevant licenses, and a solid organizational structure [5]. - Firms must demonstrate familiarity with financial regulations and maintain confidentiality regarding company information [5]. Group 3: Selection Procedures - The audit committee is responsible for proposing the selection of accounting firms and overseeing the audit process [7]. - The selection process must be competitive and transparent, utilizing methods such as public bidding and competitive negotiation [9][10]. Group 4: Evaluation Criteria - Evaluation of accounting firms should focus on quality management, with a minimum weight of 40% for quality management in scoring [6]. - The average audit fee of all compliant firms serves as the benchmark for evaluating audit fee proposals [13]. Group 5: Contractual and Compliance Obligations - The company must sign an audit service agreement with the selected firm, with a typical engagement period of one year, subject to renewal [16]. - The audit committee must evaluate the performance of the accounting firm annually and report to the board [18]. Group 6: Termination and Replacement Procedures - The company must notify the accounting firm 10 days in advance before termination or non-renewal of the contract [22]. - Specific conditions warranting the replacement of an accounting firm include significant quality deficiencies or failure to meet deadlines [23][24]. Group 7: Supervision and Penalties - The company is required to disclose annual evaluations of the accounting firm's performance and the audit committee's oversight [29]. - Serious violations by the accounting firm may lead to penalties, including termination of the contract and potential financial liabilities [31].