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PCAOB Proposes New Risk Rules
The standards outline how auditors should weigh the extent of their reviews against the risk for material misstatements. October 21, 2008
New Tips for Testing Fair Value amid Turmoil
The international standard-setter for auditors gives guidance on reviewing mark-to-market assumptions. October 7, 2008
The Global Fair-Value Fight
The International Accounting Standards Board hunkers down into defensive mode as politicians push to suspend mark-to-market accounting. October 6, 2008
PwC Zapped in $97.5 Million Settlement
The auditor, accused by Ohio of violating securities laws in its work with AIG, will pay one of the highest amounts ever for an accounting firm in a class action. October 6, 2008
GAO: Fed Agency Finance Processes Are a Mess
Inefficient IT systems and financial management hamper government CFOs ability to provide the public with timely and accurate financial information, according to a new report. October 2, 2008
FASB Considering Additional Fair Value Guidance
FASB is meeting Wednesday mornning to discuss what new guidance may be needed to clarify FAS 157. October 1, 2008
FASB Delays Fair-value Talk
At a critical time, with attacks increasing, the board postpones a webcast about FAS 157. It leaves the discussion up to lawmakers at least for this week. September 29, 2008
Will Audit Firms Go Public with Financial Results?
A Treasury advisory committee recommends that audit firms should file GAAP financial reports with the PCAOB. September 26, 2008
Revenue Recognition Trips Up Auditors, Clients
Audit firms that were found deficient during PCAOB inspections usually accepted the way a client company accounted for sales in the past, rather than checking for updates. September 16, 2008
Regulator Rips Into Global Accounting Plan
The rush to adopt international accounting standards is a politically motivated, myth-ridden effort that will weaken U.S. capital markets, says PCAOB member Charles Niemeier. September 10, 2008