Auditing and Assurance Standards Board

The AASB discussed Going Concern, Listed Entity/Public Interest Entity Track-2, Integrated Project, Technology Position, Audits of Less Complex Entities, Compilations of Future-oriented Financial Information, Sustainability Assurance, and more. Read the decision summary for full details.

The AASB approved two exposure drafts: Fraud and Listed Entity/Public Interest Entity Track-2. It discussed the draft 2024-2025 Annual Plan and the Compilations of Future-oriented Financial Information project. The Board received a presentation from the Practice Inspection Programs Standing Committee. Read the decision summary for full details.

The Board discussed IAASB’s issues on Audit Evidence, Fraud, Listed Entity/Public Interest Entity – Track 2, and IAASB’s Strategy and Work Plan. The Board also discussed its Annual and Strategic Plan, Terms of Reference, Statement of Operating Procedures, and Due Process Manual. Read the Decision Summary for full details.

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The AASB has provided information on its decision to not adopt the International Standard for Audits of Less Complex Entities. Read further to learn the reasons behind this decision and what the AASB is doing now.

The AASB wants your input on its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan! Complete our survey by June 28, 2024, to provide your views on whether our goals are responsive to the changing environment. Weigh in on what areas will significantly influence the audit and assurance landscape over the next five years and help us set the direction of our work.