All Updates and News Releases

Aug. 10, 2023

The PCAOB’s report on 2022 broker-dealer audits provides recommended actions to address rising deficiency rates.

Inspections
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
Aug. 3, 2023

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

About the PCAOB
Jul. 28, 2023

Investor Bulletin - Opportunity to Comment on Proposed Updates to PCAOB Standards Addressing the Use of Data Analytics by Auditors

Information for Investors
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. 27, 2023

369 students have been named PCAOB Scholars for the 2023-2024 academic year.

About the PCAOB
Jul. 25, 2023

Audits with deficiencies rose again in 2022, according to new PCAOB Staff report.

Inspections
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.

About the PCAOB
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. 19, 2023

The PCAOB has enhanced its website with new ways for investors and others to find and understand information in inspection reports.

Inspections
Jul. 14, 2023

Raymond J. Hamm, Deputy Director of Division of Enforcement and Investigations, to leave the PCAOB.

About the PCAOB
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.

About the PCAOB
Jul. 11, 2023

The PCAOB sanctions CohnReznick LLP for failing to make required disclosures on a timely basis.

Enforcement
Jun. 30, 2023

Investor Bulletin - Opportunity to Comment on PCAOB Proposal on Noncompliance With Laws and Regulations

Information for Investors
Jun. 26, 2023

The PCAOB has issued a standard-setting proposal addressing aspects of designing and performing audit procedures that involve technology-assisted analysis.

Standards
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