Internal Audit
I. Organization of the Internal Audit Office
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Establishment: The Internal Audit Office is an independent unit that reports directly to the Board of Directors.
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Personnel: The office is staffed with one dedicated audit personnel.
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Appointment and Dismissal: The appointment or dismissal of the head of the Internal Audit Office must be approved by the Board of Directors.
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II. Purpose of Internal Audit
The purpose of the internal audit function is to:
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Evaluate and examine the effectiveness of the internal control system.
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Ensure the reliability of financial reporting.
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Verify compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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Assess operational efficiency and provide improvement recommendations to:
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Ensure the continuous and effective implementation of internal controls.
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Enhance the company’s operational effectiveness and efficiency.
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Support the Board of Directors and management in fulfilling their responsibilities.
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III. Operations of the Internal Audit Office
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Audit Execution: Conducted in accordance with the Guidelines for Establishing Internal Control Systems by Public Companies and relevant regulations issued by the Financial Supervisory Commission.
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Regulatory Monitoring: Continuously monitor amendments to laws and regulations, compile key updates, and report them to relevant units as operational references while assisting in revising related management systems.
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Risk-Based Approach: Allocate audit resources to areas with higher operational risks.
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Self-Assessment Implementation:
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Department heads conduct self-assessments to evaluate operations.
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The Internal Audit Office assists by reviewing the reasonableness of these assessments and the effectiveness of the internal control system.
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Consultation Services: Provide professional, timely, and specific recommendations to improve risk control and supervisory processes.
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Policies and Procedures:
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The recruitment, evaluation, remuneration, and dismissal of internal audit personnel are conducted according to the company’s Recruitment Procedures, Salary Management Guidelines, Performance Evaluation Guidelines, and Resignation Application Guidelines.
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Performance Evaluations: Conducted biannually.
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Approval Process:
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Personnel matters such as appointments, evaluations, and compensation are reviewed and approved by the Chairman following the established approval process.
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Disclosure: Relevant policies and procedures are available in the company’s internal regulations portal.
This structure ensures the Internal Audit Office operates independently and effectively, safeguarding the company’s governance and operational integrity.