The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking candidates to serve on the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board for a term ending Oct. 24, 2031. The seat is limited to individuals who have never been certified public accountants, and applications are due by Sept. 8, 2026. Candidates must meet statutory standards covering integrity, reputation, commitment to investor and public interests, and understanding of issuer financial disclosures and accountants’ audit-reporting obligations. The SEC’s Office of the Chief Accountant will administer the selection process.