Accounting & Auditing Conference Agenda

7:45 a.m.

Opening remarks from PICPA leadership

8:00-9:15 a.m.

1-A&APCC Update

Discuss the Private Company Council (PCC) and the latest initiatives aimed at simplifying financial reporting for private companies.

Emerging Audit Quality Standards

Explore the latest developments in audit quality standards.

Economic Outlook

Get a practical look into the current economic landscape and what it means for businesses and financial professionals. 

9:15 a.m.

2-A&AAI and Auditing

Discover how artificial intelligence is helping auditors work faster and smarter.

9:40 a.m.

Morning Break

9:50 a.m.

1-A&AFASB

Stay up to date with the latest changes from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). 

10:40 a.m.

1-A&AAICPA

Get the latest news and updates from the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). 

11:30 a.m.

Lunch Break

12:20 p.m.

2-A&APrivate Company Issues / FASB PCC Update / Special Purpose Framework

This session focuses on key accounting updates that affect private companies.

2:00 p.m.

Afternoon Break

2:10 p.m.

2-A&ATechnology in Financial Reporting and Auditing

Technology is changing how financial information is prepared, reviewed, and shared.

7:45 a.m.

Opening remarks from PICPA leadership

8:00 a.m.

4-A&AFrom Controls to Leadership: Applying ISO Standards in Accounting, Auditing, and Finance Projects Part 1 & 2

Today’s CPAs and auditors are expanding their roles beyond financial reporting into project oversight, compliance, and risk management. This session explores how ISO standards—21500, 21502, 21504, 31000, and 9001—can serve as practical frameworks for financial governance.

*10 minute break at 9:40 a.m. before Part 2

11:30 a.m.

1-A&AEnhancing Audit Quality Update

Discuss the latest efforts to improve audit quality across the profession.

12:20 p.m.

Lunch Break

12:50 p.m.

1-A&AApplied Data Analytics

Learn how data analytics are being used in real-world accounting and auditing work.

1:40 p.m.

1-A&AAudit - Leveraging Technology

As the audit profession undergoes rapid transformation, this session explores how emerging technologies are reshaping audit methodologies, enhancing quality, and driving strategic value.

2:30 p.m.

1-A&AEvaluating IT General Computer Controls Under SAS 145, Risk Assessment

Review how to assess IT general controls as part of your audit risk procedures under SAS 145.