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The ‘big 4’ accounting firms often consult for the same clients they audit. Should that be allowed?

Written by Helen Spiropoulos, Associate Professor, University of Technology Sydney

Public trust in the auditing profession is under intense pressure. A series of high-profile scandals, both in Australia and overseas, has severely damaged its reputation.

This week, Australia’s corporate watchdog – the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) – put the entire sector on notice.

In a letter to...

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