PCAOB August 4, 2026
Ex-PCAOB Chief Auditor Hired By Consulting Firm BRG
Barbara Vanich has joined the global consulting firm's Financial Institution Advisory practice as a managing director in its Washington, D.C. office.
ESG December 11, 2024
Wolters Kluwer Adds Features to TeamMate+ to Enhance Internal Audits and Data Quality
The new capabilities will enable internal audit teams to streamline planning, improve data accuracy, and enhance governance.
Auditing December 6, 2024
PCAOB Says Audit Firm Culture is Tied to Audit Quality
Taking a deep dive into internal firm culture, a new PCAOB staff report discusses several factors that can impact audit quality.
Auditing December 6, 2024
PCAOB Punishes New York Audit Firm, Three Partners for Deceiving Inspection Staff
The PCAOB doled out $465,000 in total fines, permanently revoked the registration of Raines & Fischer, and barred three of its partners.
Auditing December 6, 2024
PCAOB Revokes Israel-Based Audit Firm’s Registration, Bars Partner
The sanctions against Weinstein International CPA and Idan Weinstein are for violating rules on three issuer audits.
Auditing December 6, 2024
PCAOB Adopts New Audit Firm Reporting Standards
“Sound and consistent information strengthens investor confidence and can drive audit quality,” PCAOB Chair Erica Williams said.
SEC December 5, 2024
Trump Picks Paul Atkins to Lead SEC
Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, would succeed Gary Gensler, who said he will step down when Trump is inaugurated Jan. 20.
Auditing December 4, 2024
Grant Thornton LLP Named Top Audit Firm in U.S. by Private Equity Wire
The Private Equity Wire U.S. Awards recognize excellence among private equity fund managers and service providers in the U.S., across a wide range of categories.
SEC December 2, 2024
Trump Team Eyes Ex-SEC Commissioner to Succeed Gary Gensler as Chair
Paul Atkins, who is a strong proponent of digital assets and fintech companies, is a leading contender to head the SEC.
Accounting November 25, 2024
CPE Sessions Announced for Ensuring Success
On Dec. 18-19, professionals can earn up to 14 hours of free CPE credit, with 7 sessions each day. Pick the ones you want or stay for all of them.
SEC November 25, 2024
SEC Fines UPS $45 Million Over Improperly Valued Freight Business
UPS failed to follow generally accepted accounting principles in valuing “one of its worst performing businesses," the SEC said.
Auditing November 19, 2024
Disclosures Regarding Audit Firm Oversight Have Plateaued, CAQ Report Finds
The Audit Committee Transparency Barometer Report emphasizes the need for audit committees to raise the bar with their disclosures.
Auditing November 19, 2024
Beyond AI Hype: Why Data is Your Next Smart Move
Accounting firms that will lead the future of audit are the ones ensuring they have the standardized, flowing data needed to power it.