IAASB issues new guidance on auditing less complex entities

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has issued new guidance on the application of the International Standard on Auditing for Audits of Financial Statements of Less Complex Entities. 

The IAASB says the guidance, known as the ISA for LCE, will help users in determining the appropriate situations to use the standard. It will be particularly beneficial for legislative and regulatory authorities implementing the standard, firms developing related policies or procedures and auditors determining whether the standard is appropriate to use for a specific engagement. 

This guidance complements previously released resources, including videos, webinars and the Auditor Reporting Supplemental Guidance. Later this year, the IAASB will also issue an adoption guide and a first-time implementation guide. Collectively, these materials provide a comprehensive toolkit for navigating adoption and implementation of the ISA for LCE.