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IFAC Releases 2007 Handbooks on Auditing, Ethics and Public Sector Accounting

Mar 16, 2007 | New York | English

The latest compilations of international auditing, ethics and public sector accounting standards are now available in print and electronic formats from the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). The 2007 editions of the Handbook of International Auditing, Assurance, and Ethics Pronouncements and the Handbook of International Public Sector Accounting Pronouncements can be ordered in print or downloaded in PDF format from the IFAC website at http://www.ifac.org/store. In addition, the 2007 auditing and ethics handbook can be ordered in a fully searchable electronic eComPress version.The latest compilations of international auditing, ethics and public sector accounting standards are now available in print and electronic formats from the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). The 2007 editions of the Handbook of International Auditing, Assurance, and Ethics Pronouncements and the Handbook of International Public Sector Accounting Pronouncements can be ordered in print or downloaded in PDF format from the IFAC website at http://www.ifac.org/store. In addition, the 2007 auditing and ethics handbook can be ordered in a fully searchable electronic eComPress version.

Auditing and Assurance Handbook

The 2007 Handbook of International Auditing, Assurance, and Ethics Pronouncements contains all pronouncements of the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) as of December 31, 2006, including the first four International Standards on Auditing redrafted under the IAASB's clarity drafting conventions. The handbook also contains an updated IFAC Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants issued by the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants in July 2006.

The 2007 handbook can be ordered in print for US$120.00 plus shipping. The handbook is also available in an electronic eComPress format that is fully searchable, easy to navigate, and can be annotated by the reader using the unique "Notes" feature. The eComPress handbook can be ordered for US$50.00 or as a package with the print version for US$150.00 plus shipping. Network versions are also available.

Public Sector Accounting Handbook

The 2007 Handbook of International Public Sector Accounting Pronouncements contains all pronouncements of the International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) as of December 31, 2006 as well as the updated IFAC Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants. The 2007 handbook features several new International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs) issued in 2006 as well as 11 IPSASs that were revised as part of the IPSASB's project to converge the IPSASs with their related International Financial Reporting Standards where appropriate for the public sector. The public sector handbook is available in print at no charge, except for a US$15.00 shipping cost.

How to Order
The 2007 handbooks can be downloaded in PDF format or print and electronic versions can be ordered from the IFAC online bookstore (http://www.ifac.org/Store). You can also place your order by calling IFAC at +1 (212) 471-8722.

IFAC is the worldwide organization for the accountancy profession dedicated to serving the public interest by strengthening the profession and contributing to the development of strong international economies. IFAC is comprised of 155 members and associates in 118 countries, representing more than 2.5 million accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry and commerce. Through its independent standard-setting boards, IFAC sets ethics, auditing and assurance, education, and public sector accounting standards. It also issues guidance to encourage high quality performance by professional accountants in business.