IFAC, the International Federation of Accountants, which comprises 180 member and associate organizations and represents over 3 million professional accountants globally, continues its work in support of high-quality audits and effective corporate governance.

In its response to the UK Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) consultation on restoring trust in audit and corporate governance, IFAC emphasized high-level themes that should govern any future reforms, including the importance of a well-functioning ecosystem, a clear focus on audit quality, and an appreciation for the global context.

IFAC’s response draws on its previously published framework for Achieving High-Quality Audits—based on the right process, the right people, the right governance, the right regulation, and the right measurement.

IFAC CEO Kevin Dancy said, “We urge policymakers in the UK and elsewhere to pursue reforms with an unwavering view to enhancing audit quality above all else. As the UK is a leader in audit and corporate governance, any changes enacted there are likely to have an impact beyond its borders. The success of a company, the quality of its reporting, and the quality of its audit all depend on a functioning ecosystem of participants. This is why the holistic approach taken in the Consultation is so important."

See IFAC’s response to the BEIS consultation.

About IFAC
IFAC is the global organization for the accountancy profession dedicated to serving the public interest by strengthening the profession and contributing to the development of strong international economies. IFAC is comprised of 180 members and associates in 135 countries and jurisdictions, representing more than 3 million accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry, and commerce.

The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), which represents more than 3 million professional accountants globally, wishes to share the Monitoring Group Nominating Committee’s Call for Applications for membership to the Public Interest Oversight Board (PIOB), and broadly encourages qualified individuals to consider applying to this important organization.

The Monitoring Group’s press release announcing the Call may be found here and more information about the Monitoring Group Nominating Committee can be found at their website here.

About IFAC
IFAC is the global organization for the accountancy profession dedicated to serving the public interest by strengthening the profession and contributing to the development of strong international economies. IFAC is comprised of 180 members and associates in 135 countries and jurisdictions, representing more than 3 million accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry, and commerce.