IAASA and the Irish Accounting & Finance Association (IAFA) are delighted to announce a research funding competition to support and advance research projects for IAFA members. Applications from researchers within all accounting and finance disciplines are welcome. Research projects with a specific focus on the following areas are encouraged: Applications are now open and will … Continued

Following public consultation, IAASA has today (25 March) issued a revised version of ISA (Ireland) 505 – External Confirmations. The main changes to the standard relate to: The revised standard is effective for audits of financial statements for periods beginning on or after 15 December 2024, with early adoption permitted. The revised standard is available … Continued

IAASA has published a Consultation paper on its proposal to adopt a Sustainability Assurance Standard in Ireland. The effective date of the standard will be for the assurance of sustainability reporting for financial years starting on or after 1 January 2024, as required by the European Corporate Sustainability Directive (CSRD). As required by the CSRD, … Continued

The Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority is seeking applications from suitably experienced candidates for appointment to its Technical Advisory Panel (‘TAP’) for two vacancies commencing in February 2024.  The TAP contributes to the work of IAASA in adopting auditing standards and related guidance for use in Ireland. Applications are invited from candidates from diverse backgrounds with … Continued

IAASA has launched a Stakeholder Perceptions Survey to gather insights into how its stakeholders perceive IAASA. It focuses on IAASA achievement of its mission of “upholding quality corporate reporting and an accountable profession”. We’re also keen to understand your thoughts on IAASA’s communications, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making processes.  🔒 Rest assured, all responses are 100% … Continued

IAASA has updated the auditing standards to reflect the conforming amendments required due to the adoption of the quality management standards. The quality management standards adopted by IAASA in December 2021 are: They are effective from December 2022. The standards that have been updated to reflect the conforming amendments are: A document setting out these … Continued

Welcome to the September 2023 edition of our Standards Newsletter, which is focused on the assurance of sustainability information. In this edition you’ll find a brief overview of the European Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive requirements relating to assurance, an overview of proposed International Standard on Sustainability Assurance (ISSA) 5000, and details of how to register … Continued