PCAOB To Host Second Workshop To Assist Smaller Audit Firms With Implementation of New Quality Control Standard

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) will host a second in-person workshop designed to assist smaller audit firms with the practical implementation of QC 1000, A Firm’s System of Quality Control. The event will be held on June 17, 2025, at the Westin Irving Convention Center (Las Colinas, 400 W. Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX, 75039) from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CST).

“Smaller firms play an important role in our work to protect investors, and the PCAOB is committed to providing resources and support,” said Chair Erica Y. Williams. “Through these workshops and the numerous resources released by our expert staff, the PCAOB aims to help smaller audit firms implement QC 1000 and ultimately improve audit quality. These workshops not only give us a chance to hear directly about the unique needs and challenges of smaller firms, but also ensure smaller firms are prepared, knowledgeable, and successful with quality control, ultimately enhancing investor protection.”

The workshop, which is specifically geared toward individuals at smaller audit firms who are directly responsible for implementing QC 1000, will provide hands-on activities on the practical implementation of the new standard and opportunities to engage directly with PCAOB staff ahead of the December 15, 2025, effective date. The PCAOB hosted a similar workshop on May 13 in Washington, DC.

Registration Required for the June 17 Smaller Firm Quality Control Workshop

There is no fee to attend the June 17 workshop, but advance registration is required and can be completed online.

Ahead of attending the workshop, participants are urged to read QC 1000 and watch the staff presentation video providing an overview of the standard. While there will be an opportunity to submit questions during the workshop, attendees are also encouraged to submit questions in advance to forum@pcaobus.org. Note: CPE credit will not be offered at the workshop.

Stay tuned for additional implementation-related events and materials from the PCAOB—including more QC implementation workshops, one of which will be virtual—and learn more about the PCAOB’s implementation guidance, tools, and resources for QC 1000 and other new standards on the PCAOB’s Implementation Resources for PCAOB Standards and Rules page.

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About the PCAOB

The PCAOB is a nonprofit corporation established by Congress to oversee the audits of public companies in order to protect investors and further the public interest in the preparation of informative, accurate, and independent audit reports. The PCAOB also oversees the audits of brokers and dealers registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including compliance reports filed pursuant to federal securities laws.