International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators
The International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators (IFIAR) is a global member organization comprising independent audit regulators from 54 jurisdictions. IFIAR's mission is to serve the public interest and enhance investor protection by improving audit quality globally.[1]
| Formation | September 2006 |
|---|---|
| Type | International organization |
| Legal status | General Incorporated Association |
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan |
Membership | 54 jurisdictions |
Chair (acting) | Duane M. DesParte (Board Member of the PCAOB of the United States) |
Executive Director | Carl Renner |
| Website | https://www.ifiar.org/ |
IFIAR was established in Paris in 2006.[1] Its members are audit regulators and supervisors from the continents of Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America and Oceania.
Activities
IFIAR holds a plenary meeting annually to discuss broad issue related to audit quality matters.
There are five formal Working Groups:
- Investor and Other Stakeholder Working Group
- Global Audit Quality Working Group
- Standards Coordination Working Group
- Inspection Working Group
- Enforcement Working Group
Working Groups and Task Forces meet regularly throughout the year and submit their deliverables to the Plenary meeting.
External links
References
- "IFIAR website". IFIAR website. Retrieved 7 January 2019.
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