The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (the “PCAOB”) recently released its annual report of findings in audits of broker dealers under its interim inspection program. For the ninth year in a row, the report indicates that the PCAOB continues to see a high level of broker dealer audit … Read More
The purpose of performing broker dealer audits and requiring regular reporting is to verify that broker dealers are compliant with regulations intended to protect investors. The broker should implement consistent internal investigations to assure this goal, but audits are the primary tool used by … Read More
Preparing for your annual broker-dealer audit should be a proactive agenda throughout your company’s fiscal year. Early preparation allows your business to stay compliant with the numerous rules and regulations. Failure to implement preemptive measures may result in an interruption of your … Read More
The requirements for broker dealer audits exist to protect investors. Once a year, a firm registered with the PCAOB must audit their broker dealers. Broker dealers are subject to a wide range of regulations and the auditing process ensures that an entity is compliant with all applicable … Read More