When an auditor reports on financial statements prepared on an entity’s income tax basis, the auditor’s report should
- Disclaim an opinion on whether the statements were examined in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
- Not express an opinion on whether the statements are presented in conformity with the comprehensive basis of accounting used.
- Include an explanation of how the results of operations differ from the cash receipts and disbursements basis of accounting.
- State that the basis of presentation is a comprehensive basis of accounting other than GAAP.