The role of the FAOA
The FAOA is committed to ensuring the quality, credibility, and relevance of auditing. In doing so, it strengthens the confidence of investors, companies, and authorities in audited figures – an indispensable foundation for the success of the Swiss capital and financial markets.
News
IFIAR Report «2026 Use of Technology in audits – Innovation and audit quality»
IFIAR releases a report on the use of technology in audits and innovation and audit quality in this regard.
Report IFIAR «2025 Annual Survey of Inspection Findings»
IFIAR releases the report on the annual survey of inspection results.
FAOA and FINMA conclude a MoU
Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation and the exchange of information in the context of financial market supervision.
Tasks of the FAOA
Licensing
Individuals and firms that provide statutory audit services require licence from the FAOA.
Oversight
All audit firms that provide audit or assurance services for public-interest entities, as well as audit firms that voluntarily submit to state oversight, are subject to oversight by the FAOA.
Enforcement
The FAOA ensures compliance with applicable law and, where necessary, enforces it by legal means. In this way, it reinforces the preventive effect of its oversight activities.
International Affairs
Audit oversight is regulated differently at national level, while capital, service, and goods markets operate globally. Close international cooperation is therefore crucial for effective oversight.
Jobs and careers
The FAOA offers attractive working conditions, exciting and varied tasks, and individual development opportunities in an open and collegial working environment.
