Accounting standards

Janet Truncale most recently was the regional MP for EY's financial services organization in the Americas.

The two-member combination will be called Forvis Mazars when it's finalized next June.

The audit overseer hit at least nine different firms, with fines totaling approximately $4 million.

Magazine Luiza's announcement of accounting "inconsistencies" deals another blow to companies that have struggled after the scandal that brought down Americanas.

The standard-setter has appointed its technical director as its newest member, succeeding vice chair James Kroeker.

The American Institute of CPAs is rolling out some changes in its tax standards that will take effect in January.

How to offer advisory services the right way

The board has issued an accounting standard for governments around the world to use for reporting on retirement plans.

The IFRS Foundation's Lee White will succeed Kevin Dancey at the International Federation of Accountants in March.

The bulk of the cuts will be aimed at the advisory division.