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ASB seeks alignment of materiality definitions

The definition of materiality used in the AICPA Professional Standards would be aligned with that of U.S. regulators under proposals issued by the AICPA Auditing Standards Board.

Ask the expert: Education

Roger O’Donnell leads the Global Audit D&A initiative and currently serves as the lead engagement partner for several multinational companies.

4 key steps for auditors in assessing technology risks

The business risks associated with new technology seem almost endless. But a new resource can help auditors, management and audit committees discharge their responsibilities associated with those risks.

A new opportunity for auditors to communicate

Auditors’ reports will provide additional information, including a “Basis for Opinion” section in all reports, under a new standard issued by the AICPA Auditing Standards Board. Learn more about the new requirements, which include updates related to going concern.

ASB enhances communication in auditors’ reports

The AICPA Auditing Standards Board issued standards that are designed to improve auditors’ ability to communicate in auditors’ reports and align generally accepted auditing standards with those of other standard-setting bodies.

AICPA rescinds guidance on prior-period audits

Auditors should perform and report on prior-period audits in accordance with auditing standards in effect at the time the engagement is performed, according to nonauthoritative guidance issued by the AICPA.

New audit disclosures

Complying with the new PCAOB auditor’s reporting standard requires careful consideration of the most challenging matters in a public company audit.

Yellow Book revisions update independence guidance

Revised rules published in July 2018 by the U.S. Government Accountability Office clarify the need for safeguards for practitioners when performing preparation of accounting records and financial statement services.

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