Securities and Exchange Commission
government agency responsible for financial reporting by publicly held companies
Institute of internal auditors
international organization dedicated to advancement of internal auditing
Institute of management accountants
organization dedicated to providing members personal and professional development opportunities in the area of management accounting
Public company accounting oversight Board
The body charged with setting auditing standards for audits of public companies
American Accounting Association
Organization consisting primarily of accounting educators that encourages improvements in teaching and research
International Accounting Standards Board
The group that creates and promotes International Financial Reporting Standards
American Institute of CPAs
Professional association of Certified Public Accountants
Financial Accounting Standards Board
Private-sector organization that established accounting standards