Audit Opinion Prediction Using the Decision Tree Algorithm

International Scientific Multidisciplinary Conference: AI for a Smarter Tomorrow

Amra Gadžo - University of Tuzla, Faculty of Economics, Urfeta Vejzagića 8, 75000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina ORCID

Mirza Suljić - University of Tuzla, Faculty of Economics, Urfeta Vejzagića 8, 75000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina ORCID

Erna Herić - University of Tuzla, Center for Quality, Dr. Tihomila Markovića 1, 75 000, Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina ORCID

Abstract:

This paper presents a data mining approach for Audit opinion pre¬diction in Government-owned enterprises within the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina using the Decision tree algorithm. A database was constructed from financial statements covering 2004-2019, incorporating indicators from balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, alongside cor¬responding Audit opinions from the state audit body. The study evaluates three Decision tree algorithms (J48, RandomTree, REPTree) on data from 2020-2023, with REPTree achieving 73% classification accuracy through seven predictive rules. The findings demonstrate the potential of data mining techniques for pattern recognition in audit reports, contributing to transparency in financial reporting and supporting regulatory authorities in detecting irregularities within Government-owned enterprises.

International Scientific Multidisciplinary Conference: AI for a Smarter Tomorrow - AI-SMART , September 25-26, 2025

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Suggested Citation

Gadžo, A., Suljić, M., & Herić, E. (2025). Audit Opinion Prediction Using the Decision Tree Algorithm. (pp. 33-41). https://doi.org/10.31410/AI.SMART.2025.33