All articles by Upasana Mukherjee

Upasana Mukherjee

PCAOB sanctions James Pai CPA for audit failures 

The PCAOB’s order includes a censure and a joint and civil money penalty of $40,000.

AICPA issues recommendations on proposed SECURE 2.0 Act  

The Act mandates that new 401(k) and 403(b) plans automatically enrol eligible employees starting with the 2025 plan year to boost retirement savings.

ATO identifies common CGT reporting errors 

The recent engagements have uncovered a variety of mistakes, including incorrect cost base calculations, and more.

AICPA, CIMA award 177 professionals ACMA, FCMA certificates  

The event also recognised 192 candidates who completed their CGMA exams.

Big Five audit firms express concerns over NFRA’s functioning 

Auditors are now highlighting an issue with the Companies Act’s section 132 and NFRA Rules 2018.

ICPAC submits 14 new suggestions for Cyprus tax system 

The measures suggested include tax loss carry forward, qualifying refundable tax credits, and more.

Bangladesh’s DCCI advocates for IFRS adoption in SMEs  

DCCI’s president Taskeen Ahmed stated that IFRS will enhance financial transparency and reduce the risks of financial misreporting.

UK research and policy institute CPIA commences operations  

CPIA, which is financially supported by the ICAEW, will collaborate with various entities across business policy and regulatory frameworks.

PCAOB and Romania’s ASPAAS partner

The agreement, effective from 4 March 2025, aims to improve audit report accuracy and reliability.

AICPA Auditing Standards Board invites feedback

The plan outlines five initiatives to enhance standards, improve stakeholder communication, and operate strategically.