Audit & Accounting

The International Accounting Standards Board began a consultation process in preparation for possible changes in the accounting standards for mergers and acquisitions.

Deutsche Bank AG’s top accounting executive, Andreas Loetscher, is being investigated over his role as the auditor of Wirecard AG while he was with his former firm, Ernst & Young, two people familiar with the matter said.

The House is set to vote on bipartisan legislation that would impose restrictions on Chinese companies listed on U.S. exchanges, including requiring certification that they’re not under control of a foreign government.

Three firms share their experiences offering client accounting services.

EY, Deloitte, Cohen & Co. and BF Borgers made good showings in a slow period.

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants has named Mark Millar, the former head of a hospice in the United Kingdom, as its new president.

In its annual report, the advisory council offered recommendations on 26 issues.

Do you want to be a high-volume practice that does lots of repetitive work (like a dentist)? Or do you want to be a low-volume practice that solves complex cases and problems (like a surgeon)?

Have you ever brought what you felt was an incredible presentation to your client, only to be met with glassy eyes and half-hearted nods?

Wirecard AG’s former chief executive officer appeared in public for the first time since his July detention in connection with the collapse of the electronic payment company, but lawmakers hoping for insights from the disgraced manager were left disappointed.