Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2021)

81.   Auditor to be appointed

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    (1)   Within one month after becoming licensed under this Act a licensee, other than an accredited principal and representative, shall appoint an auditor who is acceptable to the Commission.

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    (2)   A person shall not be qualified for appointment as an auditor under subsection (1) unless he or she is an accountant.

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    (3)   An auditor shall not be eligible for appointment under subsection (1) if he or she is—

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      (a)     a director, officer, employee, shareholder or partner of the licensee; or

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      (b)     a partner or employee of such person.

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    (4)   A licensee shall, within 7 days of the appointment of an auditor, notify the Commission in writing of the name and address of the auditor.

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    (5)   A licensee shall within 7 days of the removal or resignation of an auditor, notify the Commission in writing.