PCAOB July 9, 2026
Here’s Who’s Serving on the PCAOB’s Inspections Modernization Council
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board on Thursday revealed the names of the 12 people who will serve on its new Inspections Modernization Council.
Accounting October 31, 2023
Dynamic Audit Solution Sees Growth in Use
Powered by transformative methodology developed by the AICPA, in partnership with leading firms and audit practitioners.
ESG October 30, 2023
AuditBoard Announces AI and Analytics Capabilities
AuditBoard has added new capabilities purpose-built to enable teams to automate critical workflows, surface key strategic insights, and stay on top of proliferating risks.
Accounting October 24, 2023
PCAOB Report Highlights Rising Audit Deficiencies Related to Engagement Quality Reviews
In addition to covering recent trends in audit deficiencies related to EQRs, the staff report provides good practices and reminders for auditors so they can avoid such deficiencies.
Auditing October 20, 2023
Specialized Audit Skills are Needed for Climate Transition
Skilled auditors will be central to driving robust sustainability reporting practices, the integration of ESG factors into financial reporting, maintaining ethical standards, and assurance and verification.
Auditing October 12, 2023
KPMG U.K. Fined a Record £21 Million Over Carillion Audit Scandal
Big Four firm's audit failings were “exceptional,” the U.K. Financial Reporting Council said in a notice on Oct. 12.
Firm Management October 10, 2023
IT Auditors See Cyber Risks, Data Privacy and Talent Shortages as Top Challenges
A new survey conducted by Protiviti and The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) reveals which risks are keeping IT auditors up at night.
Auditing October 4, 2023
PCAOB Reaches Rule-Making Milestone Under Erica Williams’ Administration
The new standard on confirmations is the first project the board saw through from start to finish with Williams as PCAOB chair.
Accounting September 28, 2023
AICPA Launches Quality Management Practice Aid for Accounting and Auditing Practices
The practice aid is among numerous resources the AICPA provides to help firms successfully implement the QM standards.
Auditing September 26, 2023
BDO USA, Two Audit Partners Tagged with Fines for Breaking PCAOB Rules
BDO USA was fined $2 million and two of the firm’s partners were fined a total of $60,000 for failures in the 2017 audit of AAC Holdings.
Accounting September 26, 2023
FloQast Launches New Solutions at User Conference
These additions are designed to both improve the way accounting teams work and enhance their professional development.
Auditing September 20, 2023
Total Audit Fees Paid by S&P 500 Clients Reached All-Time High in FY 2022
However, the nearly 4% increase in audit fees over FY 2021 was less than the year-over-year inflation rate in 2022 of 6.5% in the U.S.
Accounting September 20, 2023
Great Resignation Turns Into the Great Stagnation for the Big Four Firms in the U.K.
Britain’s accountants, auditors and advisers are clinging to their jobs, nervous that their negotiating power has sharply dropped.