All Standards Updates

Apr. 17, 2025

The PCAOB has posted four new staff presentation videos on the components of a firm’s system of quality control. The videos are designed to help firms with the implementation of QC 1000, A Firm’s System of Quality Control.

Standards
Apr. 10, 2025

On May 13, 2025, the PCAOB will host a workshop in Washington, DC, to provide individuals at smaller audit firms who are directly responsible for implementing QC 1000 with hands-on activities.

Standards
Apr. 7, 2025

On May 1, 2025, Board Member Botic will host a forum in Jersey City for auditors of small businesses and auditors of broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Mar. 26, 2025

Investor Bulletin: Why Audits Matter

Information for Investors
Mar. 24, 2025

The PCAOB has posted a series of three staff presentation videos designed to help auditors implement the monitoring and remediation process under QC 1000, A Firm’s System of Quality Control.

Standards
Mar. 20, 2025

The PCAOB has entered into a cooperative arrangement with the Romanian audit regulator.

International
Mar. 14, 2025

At a March 19 open meeting, PCAOB staff will discuss quality control monitoring and remediation process, as well as implementation resources for firms.

Standards
Mar. 3, 2025

On April 3, 2025, Chair Williams will host a PCAOB forum in Chicago for auditors of small businesses and broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Feb. 27, 2025

The PCAOB has posted a new knowledge check designed to help auditors gauge their understanding of key aspects of the PCAOB’s new confirmation standard.

Standards
Feb. 18, 2025

On March 18, 2025, Board Member Christina Ho will host a rescheduled PCAOB forum in Miami for auditors of small businesses and broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Feb. 13, 2025

The PCAOB has posted a new series of knowledge checks designed to help auditors gauge their understanding of key aspects of the PCAOB’s new quality control standard.

Standards
Jan. 30, 2025

The PCAOB has posted a staff presentation video designed to help firms and auditors understand a firm’s risk assessment process under the PCAOB’s new quality control standard.

Standards
Jan. 28, 2025

Continuing its efforts to support smaller audit firms, the PCAOB has launched a new online resource page: Information for Smaller Audit Firms.

About the PCAOB
Dec. 4, 2024

The PCAOB has posted a staff presentation video designed to help auditors prepare for the implementation of AS 2310, The Auditor’s Use of Confirmation.

Standards
Nov. 26, 2024

The PCAOB has posted two staff guidance documents related to the implementation of the PCAOB’s new quality control standard.

Standards
Nov. 21, 2024

The PCAOB has adopted amendments to standardize disclosure of firm and engagement metrics and to modernize the PCAOB’s reporting framework.

Standards
Nov. 20, 2024

The PCAOB has completed the series of in-person forums for auditors of smaller businesses and broker-dealers planned for 2024, reflecting a renewed focus on supporting smaller audit firms.

About the PCAOB
Nov. 14, 2024

The PCAOB has adopted a rule amendment aimed at enhancing the usefulness of audit firm registration information.

Standards
Nov. 12, 2024

A new staff Spotlight publication focuses auditors on relevant considerations when performing procedures to detect, evaluate, and make communications about illegal acts by a company under audit.

Inspections
Nov. 8, 2024

At a Nov. 14 open meeting, the PCAOB will consider adopting a rule amendment aimed at enhancing the PCAOB’s registration program.

Standards