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What happens if actual results differ from the estimates used in Dryject's financial statements?

Dryject Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

My objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes my opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.

In performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, I:

  • Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
  • Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
  • Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of DryJect Management, LLC's internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
  • Conclude whether, in my judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about DryJect Management, LLC's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.

I am required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control related matters that I identified during the audit.

Source: Item 8 — BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP (FDD pages 68–229)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the auditor's responsibilities include obtaining reasonable assurance that the financial statements are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes their opinion. However, reasonable assurance is not absolute, and there is no guarantee that all misstatements will be detected. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error.

In performing an audit, the auditor exercises professional judgment, assesses the risks of material misstatement, examines evidence, and evaluates the appropriateness of accounting policies and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management. They also conclude whether there are conditions or events that raise substantial doubt about DryJect Management, LLC's ability to continue as a going concern. The auditor is required to communicate significant audit findings and internal control matters to those charged with governance.

For a prospective Dryject franchisee, this means that the financial statements have been audited to provide a reasonable level of confidence in their accuracy. However, it's important to recognize that audits are not foolproof, and there is always a risk that misstatements, especially those resulting from fraud, may not be detected. Franchisees should carefully review the financial statements and consult with their own financial advisors to assess the financial health of Dryject and the reasonableness of its accounting practices.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.