All Updates and News Releases

Oct. 30, 2024

Today, the PCAOB concluded its 2024 International Institute on Audit Regulation in Washington, DC. This year’s event drew together nearly 90 officials from audit regulators in 40 non-U.S. jurisdictions.

International
Oct. 25, 2024

Investor Bulletin: Audit Committee and Independent Auditor Dialogue

Information for Investors
Oct. 24, 2024

Chair Williams issues statement on her swearing in to a second term.

About the PCAOB
Oct. 23, 2024

The PCAOB has posted three initial resources – a practice aid, comparison document, and webinar – related to the implementation of the PCAOB’s new quality control standard.

Standards
Oct. 22, 2024

The PCAOB has sanctioned Yusufali & Associates LLC and its sole partner for multiple violations of PCAOB rules and standards.

Enforcement
Oct. 21, 2024

On November 20, 2024, Board Member Anthony C. Thompson will host a PCAOB forum in Jersey City for auditors of small businesses and broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Oct. 18, 2024

The PCAOB has concluded its 2024 Conference on Auditing and Capital Markets, which attracted over 200 participants from around the world.

Economic Analysis
Sep. 25, 2024

A new staff report provides observations from the PCAOB’s target team, a group of inspectors who focus on emerging audit risks and other topics.

Inspections
Sep. 24, 2024

The PCAOB has sanctioned five audit firms for violations related to audit committee communications or reporting requirements.

Enforcement
Sep. 20, 2024

The PCAOB announces the agenda for the September 26 meeting of its Investor Advisory Group.

About the PCAOB
Sep. 16, 2024

A new PCAOB staff Spotlight publication highlights common deficiencies, good practices, and other reminders related to auditor independence.

Inspections
Sep. 11, 2024

On October 9, 2024, Board Member Christina Ho will host a PCAOB forum in Miami for auditors of small businesses and broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Sep. 9, 2024

A new PCAOB staff report shares inspection observations related to bank financial reporting audits, including good practices.

Inspections
Aug. 15, 2024

The PCAOB released 2023 annual inspection reports, a new Spotlight on 2023 inspection findings, and website enhancements for inspection data.

Inspections
Aug. 7, 2024

On September 12, 2024, Board Member Kara M. Stein will host a PCAOB forum in Denver for auditors of small businesses and broker-dealers.

About the PCAOB
Aug. 1, 2024

A record 676 students have been named PCAOB Scholars for the 2024-2025 academic year, and the scholarship amount has increased to $15,000 per student.

About the PCAOB
Jul. 29, 2024

The PCAOB is seeking nominations for members of its Investor Advisory Group and Standards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group.

About the PCAOB
Jul. 25, 2024

The PCAOB’s report on 2023 broker-dealer audits provides good practices and reminders to address high deficiency rates.

Inspections
Jul. 22, 2024

A new staff Spotlight shares observations from PCAOB staff outreach related to the use of generative artificial intelligence in audits and financial reporting.

Inspections
Jun. 27, 2024

Investor Bulletin: Opportunity To Comment on Proposal To Enhance How Auditors Address Certain Assessed Risks of Material Misstatement

Information for Investors