audit inspections

Can the U.S. and China Resolve the Tussle Over Audit Inspections?
Auditing

Can the U.S. and China Resolve the Tussle Over Audit Inspections?

Beijing's crackdown on overseas listings might help the countries avoid a U.S. ban on China-based issuers.
By Drew Bernstein | March 3, 2022
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Audit Chairs Give 2020 Audits Mixed Reviews
Regulation

Audit Chairs Give 2020 Audits Mixed Reviews

In discussions with the PCAOB, audit committee chairs cited areas of auditor strengths and weaknesses.
By Vincent Ryan | February 2, 2021
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PCAOB to Focus on New Technologies in 2019
Regulation

PCAOB to Focus on New Technologies in 2019

The boards says cybersecurity risks, software audit tools, and digital assets will be among its areas of emphasis for audit inspections.
By Matthew Heller | December 10, 2018
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Deloitte Turkey Execs Banned for Audit Rigging
Risk & Compliance

Deloitte Turkey Execs Banned for Audit Rigging

The case alleging two former senior partners failed to stop the alteration of documents "exemplifies the deep ethical rot in auditing today."
By Matthew Heller | May 11, 2018
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IFIAR Reports Decline in Audit Deficiency Rate
Auditing

IFIAR Reports Decline in Audit Deficiency Rate

While IFIAR says the audit deficiency rate “is trending downward on an overall basis," it urges firms to continue strengthening quality control systems.
By Matthew Heller | March 13, 2018
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Six CPAs Accused of Rigging Audit Inspections
Risk & Compliance

Six CPAs Accused of Rigging Audit Inspections

The SEC says PCAOB staffers leaked confidential materials to KPMG partners to boost the firm's inspection results.
By Matthew Heller | January 23, 2018
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PCAOB Trying Different Tack in Selecting Audits
Risk Management

PCAOB Trying Different Tack in Selecting Audits

Among other things, the new approach will limit the ability of firms to predict which of their audits the PCAOB may select to inspect.
By Vincent Ryan | May 10, 2017
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