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Sep. 12, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned K.R. Margetson Ltd. and Keith R. Margetson for violating PCAOB audit and quality control standards.
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Aug. 29, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned Warren Averett, LLC for auditor independence and quality control violations.
Enforcement
Aug. 17, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned AJ Robbins, CPA, LLC and Allan Jeffrie Robbins, CPA for violations of various PCAOB rules and standards.
Enforcement
Aug. 11, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned three audit firms for failing to report required information to the PCAOB.
Enforcement
Aug. 10, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned RAM Associates & Company LLC and owner for quality control and other violations.
Enforcement
Aug. 9, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned Ciro E. Adams, CPA, LLC and its engagement partner for violations of audit standards in multiple issuer audits.
Enforcement
Aug. 9, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned Blue & Co., LLC for auditor independence and quality control violations.
Enforcement
Aug. 8, 2023
The PCAOB has sanctioned K G Somani & Co. LLP and engagement partner for violations of audit and quality control standards.
Enforcement
Jul. 28, 2023
Following a sweep, the PCAOB has sanctioned five firms for violating PCAOB rules and standards related to audit committee communications.
Enforcement
Jul. 21, 2023
Chief Information and Data Officer Eric Hagopian will leave the PCAOB after more than four years of service. Evan Lee has been named Acting Chief Information Officer.
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Jul. 20, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions Edward Turner, CPA, for noncooperation with a Board inspection and improper alteration of audit documentation. The order permanently bars Turner and imposes a $50,000 fine on him.
Enforcement
Jul. 14, 2023
Raymond J. Hamm, Deputy Director of Division of Enforcement and Investigations, to leave the PCAOB.
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Jul. 14, 2023
After over three years of service as General Counsel, Kenneth Lench will depart the PCAOB on July 14. James Cappoli has been appointed Acting General Counsel.
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Jul. 11, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions CohnReznick LLP for failing to make required disclosures on a timely basis.
Enforcement
Jun. 23, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions Total Asia Associates PLT for violations of quality control standards, fining the firm $80,000 and revoking its PCAOB registration.
Enforcement
Jun. 22, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions Friedman LLP partners for violations of PCAOB rules and standards in audits of a China-based issuer.
Enforcement
Jun. 21, 2023
Imposing $3 Million Fine and Requiring First-Ever Changes to Supervisory Structure, PCAOB Sanctions Marcum LLP for Significant Quality Control Violations.
Enforcement
Jun. 5, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions Barzily & Co. Certified Public Accountants for violations of quality control rules and standards, among others.
Enforcement
Apr. 11, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions RT LLP for violations of rules and standards related to quality control, documentation, and Form AP requirements.
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Mar. 27, 2023
The PCAOB sanctions Friedman LLP for improper use of unregistered Chinese firms.
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