International accounting

CEO Steve Heathcote plans to expand the association, especially in Asia and Europe.

Despite a series of accounting scandals, the major firms are increasing their dominance.

The International Federation of Accountants issued a report indicating strong support for international accounting and auditing standards, particularly in areas where IFAC member organizations are involved in the process from beginning to end.

Rising tensions between Washington and Beijing have prompted some White House officials to fixate on a provocative question with big implications for global markets: Why can Chinese companies sell shares in the U.S. when American regulators are barred from inspecting their books?

13 Democratic senators want more country-by-country information from companies.

The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants signed a Statement of Protocol on oversight arrangements with the Financial Reporting Council, a regulatory body for audit firms in the United Kingdom

Accounting firms that provide both audit and non-audit services offer positive benefits in the market, according to a new study from a trio of international accounting organizations.

The firm reported its 10th consecutive year of worldwide growth, with revenue increasing $3 billion over the previous fiscal year.

Two firm networks are shortening their names, adopting the brands Moore North America and Andersen.

The Big 4 firm reported a record level of revenue across its international network of firms.

The end of the deal could delay the exit of its current owner, Hg.

The exposure draft offers standards for how governments can account for monetary gold and currency in circulation.

The U.K. retailer plunged after its audit quit without a replacement, heightening corporate governance concerns.

Accounting giant KPMG was fined 3.5 million pounds ($4.24 million) for misconduct over reports on Bank of New York Mellon Corp.

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants proposed some changes Wednesday to the International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants to improve the mindset expected of accountants.

The U.K. retailer reported a surprise tax bill of almost $750 million, the departure of its financial chief and deepening woes at department-store chain House of Fraser.

Sports Direct International Plc shares headed toward a seven-year low after the U.K. sports-apparel retailer delayed publishing its results as auditors increase their scrutiny of its accounting.

The Paris-based firm has expanded beyond its Mazars USA base in New York and is partnering with BKD, Dixon Hughes Goodman, Moss Adams, Plante Moran in the U.S. and MNP in Canada.

HSBC Holdings Plc’s auditors cautioned top executives that pressure to meet earnings targets gave managers an incentive to massage their numbers.

International consulting firm Protiviti has released the 15th annual edition of “Internal Auditing Around the World”, providing insights of internal audit leaders on digital initiatives across industries globally.