Audit & assurance

The SEC granted unanimous approval to the new auditor’s reporting standard created by the PCAOB.

An alert published by the Center for Audit Quality discusses some of the more judgmental or complex areas that may be relevant during the 2017 auditing cycle.

A new PCAOB alert can help auditors apply the board’s guidance to their clients’ implementation of the new accounting standard.

The PCAOB has revised a proposal that would create a more uniform approach to a lead auditor’s supervision of other auditors from other audit firms.

While supporting PCAOB proposals for new standards on auditing accounting estimates and using the work of specialists, the Center for Audit Quality submitted suggestions for improving the proposals.

PCAOB inspectors will focus on several key areas during 2017, including compliance with new audit transparency rules and preparation for new accounting standards.

An upcoming Auditing Standards Board proposal is the latest example of a standard setter providing a mechanism for auditors to provide more value.

The PCAOB is urging audit firms to take steps to bring about higher quality in audits of brokers and dealers, according to a report issued Friday.

Noncompliance with the Audit Documentation standard is the most common cause of material nonconformity in audits. Take this quiz to find out how well you understand what is required.