Strengthen your auditing expertise and build a foundation of ethical excellence with the PCAOB NOCLAR Training Event. This specialized session focuses on "Non-Compliance with Laws and Regulations (NOCLAR)", equipping auditors, CPA firm staff, and compliance professionals with the knowledge to address regulatory and ethical challenges in external audits. Earn 1 NASBA-Approved CPE credit while refining your skills to meet the evolving demands of the auditing profession.
Why Attend?
1. Gain Command of NOCLAR Requirements - Learn the core principles of the PCAOB’s NOCLAR proposal, including its impact on auditing standards, and how to identify laws and regulations that influence financial statements.
2. Enhance Audit Efficiency and Ethics - Strengthen your approach to auditing by aligning your practices with ethical and regulatory expectations, fostering both compliance and integrity.
3. Understand Auditors’ Responsibilities - Discover auditors’ obligations within the revised standards, including assessing risks, managing documentation, and making disclosure decisions based on NOCLAR guidelines.
4. Earn 1 CPE Credit - Advance your professional credentials with actionable insights that add value to your audit practice.
What You’ll Learn
This interactive, one-hour workshop will prepare you to handle the complexities of non-compliance with laws and regulations. Covering the latest updates to PCAOB rules, you’ll leave equipped to meet today’s compliance demands.
Course Highlights:
1. Understanding the PCAOB NOCLAR Standards
- Explore the objectives and scope of the PCAOB’s 2023 NOCLAR proposal.
- Gain clarity on the framework designed to address non-compliance issues impacting audit quality.
2. Ethical Framework and Professional Obligations
- Learn how PCAOB standards align with the International Code of Ethics (IESBA) in promoting accountability.
- Discuss the decision-making process when confronted with legal or regulatory violations.
3. Applying NOCLAR in Audits
- Understand the steps auditors must take to identify, document, and address non-compliance risks.
- Examine expectations for auditor communication with management and audit committees based on NOCLAR guidelines.
4. Strengthening Compliance Strategies
- Improve practices for identifying and disclosing significant risks related to non-compliance.
- Explore strategies to align audit ethics with organizational values.
Key Topics Covered:
- Definitions and scope of NOCLAR under PCAOB standards.
- Framework variations and methodologies for responding to non-compliance.
- Ethical imperatives and risk assessment tactics for external auditors.
- Best practices for managing whistleblower protocols and breach disclosures.
Benefits of Attending
- Detailed Understanding of NOCLAR Standards: Walk away with comprehensive knowledge of PCAOB’s NOCLAR framework and its application in external audits.
- Ethical Proficiency in Auditing: Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines while promoting transparency and accountability.
- Practical Tools for Immediate Application: Incorporate NOCLAR principles into your audit practice for better documentation, communication, and accuracy.
- Earn CPE Credit: Gain 1 NASBA-Approved CPE credit to boost your professional standing.
Event Details
- Schedule: Offered every eight weeks on Tuesdays, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. CST.
- Duration: A focused 1-hour training session.
- Format: Group Internet-Based, with interactive discussions led by seasoned professionals.
- CPE Credits: 1 NASBA-Approved CPE credit (Ethics).
- Cost: $75.
- Private Events Available: Flexible scheduling options for groups of 2 or more participants.
Who Should Attend?
This training is essential for professionals who strive to meet and exceed the auditing profession's ethical standards, including:
- Auditors: Improve efficiency and communication regarding compliance issues.
- CPA Firm Staff: Understand your organization’s responsibilities under NOCLAR.
- Compliance Professionals: Gain strategies to foster an ethical and regulated workplace.
Why NOCLAR is Crucial
Ethical non-compliance poses significant challenges in the auditing process. PCAOB’s NOCLAR proposal offers a structured approach for auditors to address these complexities. By mastering NOCLAR, you’ll:
- Promote Ethical Conduct: Help organizations adhere to laws and regulations while preserving public trust.
- Ensure Regulatory Alignment: Maintain compliance with evolving auditing standards and protocols.
- Strengthen Audit Quality: Enhance decision-making processes and documentation for transparent outcomes.
Register Now
Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate your auditing skills and align them with the newest regulatory standards. Gain crucial insights into the NOCLAR framework, improve your ethical decision-making, and earn 1 CPE credit to advance your career.
Register today to strengthen your audit practices and thrive in today’s challenging regulatory landscape!
PCAOB NOCLAR - Non-compliance with Laws and Regulations
Offered every eight weeks on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Central Time in one CPE-Credit event.
We can schedule private events on your timetable for two or more attendees.
NASBA Program Disclosure
Program Level of Understanding: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Delivery Format: Group Internet Based
NASBA Field(s) of Study: Ethics
CPE Credits: 1, based on 50 minutes of instruction per hour