IAASB Encourages Qualified Professionals to Apply
The Public Interest Oversight Board’s (PIOB) Standard-Setting Boards Nominations Committee is now accepting applications for three practitioner vacancies on the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB), with terms beginning January 1, 2027. The application window remains open until May 3, 2026.
Serving as a member of the IAASB is a unique opportunity for experienced professionals to help shape global auditing and assurance standards in the public interest. These vacancies are for individuals who meet the Monitoring Group’s definition of a practitioner—those currently or recently affiliated with a public accounting firm within the last four years.
The PIOB seeks candidates with strong technical expertise and practical experience to support the IAASB’s delivery of its 2024–2027 Strategy and Work Plan and to help frame its 2028–2030 Strategy and Work Plan. In particular, candidates with experience in areas such as the application and implementation of International Standards on Auditing (ISAs), insights into network firm methodologies across jurisdictions, and knowledge of emerging topics—including technology and quality management—are encouraged to apply.
IAASB members play an increasingly strategic role within the IAASB’s multi-stakeholder composition of sixteen members. Supported by an expanded and enhanced technical staff, IAASB members help guide the development of relevant, timely, and high-quality international standards that strengthen trust and confidence in financial reporting worldwide.
In addition, the PIOB has issued an Invitation for Application for three vacancies on the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA)—including one practitioner and two non-practitioner roles—providing experienced professionals a chance to contribute to IESBA’s strategic development of ethics and independence standards in the public interest.
For more details on the nomination process, visit the PIOB’s nominations web page or contact SSBNominations@ipiob.org.
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The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board develops auditing, assurance, related services, and quality management standards and guidance in the public interest that support consistent performance of quality engagements. Along with the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants, the IAASB is part of the International Foundation for Ethics and Audit. The Public Interest Oversight Board oversees IAASB and IESBA activities and the public interest responsiveness of the standards. For copyright, trademark, and permissions information, please visit Permissions