
The ‘big 4’ accounting firms often consult for the same clients they audit. Should that be allowed?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Helen Spiropoulos, Associate Professor, University of Technology Sydney Public trust in the auditing profession is under intense pressure. A series of high-profile scandals, both in Australia and overseas, has severely damaged its reputation. This week, Australia’s corporate watchdog – the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) – ... <a title="The ‘big 4’ accounting firms often consult for the same clients they audit. Should that be allowed?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2024/11/01/the-big-4-accounting-firms-often-consult-for-the-same-clients-they-audit-should-that-be-allowed-242588/" aria-label="Read more about The ‘big 4’ accounting firms often consult for the same clients they audit. Should that be allowed?">Read more</a>