Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) | Company Profile - Revenue, Headcount, Tech Stack, Contacts

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) is a nonprofit organization established by Congress under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Its primary role is to provide independent oversight of audits for public companies, SEC-registered brokers, and dealers. The PCAOB aims to protect investors and ensure the accuracy and independence of audit reports.

The PCAOB's responsibilities include registering public accounting firms, setting auditing standards, conducting inspections of audits, and investigating violations of laws and standards. Operating under the oversight of the SEC, the organization is funded primarily by fees from public companies and securities firms, and serves a vital function in maintaining the integrity of financial markets through its enforcement and inspection activities.