...|Topic in Mastery of the |Chapter 3 - Building Your |Chapter 4 – Brain Teasers: Using|Chapter 5 – Cases to Accompany | |Financial Accounting Research |Business Vocabulary: Defining |FARS to Untangle the Mystery |FARS [Related Assignments at End| |System (FARS) Through Cases 2nd |Terms and Solving Problems |[See Introduction and Example |of Cases] | |Edition by Wallace [Chapter 1 |Through FARS [See Introduction |pp. 4-1 to 4-7] | | |and 2 where noted] |and Example pp. 3-1 to 3-7] | | | |FASB, Standard Setting; GAAP; |Table 3.1 Accounting Standards; |1: How Many Standards Have Been |Case 12: Emerging Issues: The | |Governance; FARS [Chapter 1 – |Table 3.39 Regulated Industry; |Issued by FASB?; 2: Dissents |Agenda of FASB; [Case 8 Related:| |The Financial Accounting |Table 3.40 Specialized Industry |Portending Future?; 32: What |Does It Matter Where Guidance Is| |Research System (FARS) Primer.] |Considerations |Makes One GAAP Preferable to |Located?]; [Case 12 Related: Are| | | |Another?; 30: When Can Analogies|Accounting Rules to Blame?] | | | |Be Used?; 31: What Are the 10 | | | ...
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...GROUP RESEARCH PROJECT #1 FASB RESEARCH – CHAPTER 1 ISSUES #1 In recording a business combination, the acquiring company must recognize all identifiable intangible assets of the acquired company. This process can be complex and burdensome. Recently, the Private Company Council (PCC)* provided relief from some of these requirements for private (non-public) companies. What was that “relief” and what document was issued that provided it? *PCC is an arm of the FASB that is tasked with proposing amendments to GAAP that would apply only to private (non-public companies). #1) According to the Accounting Standards Update 2014-18, Business Combinations (Topic 805), private companies should no longer “recognize separately from goodwill (1) customer-related intangible assets unless they are capable of being sold or licensed independently from the other assets of the business and (2) noncompetition agreements.” This will cut down the complexity and cost while still providing interested parties with information to make decisions off of. #2 As we saw near the end of Chapter 1, the annual testing for impairment of indefinite life intangibles (such as goodwill) is VERY complicated (very quantitative) and time consuming. A few years ago, the FASB provided a ”qualitative” alternative to the annual impairment test. Briefly describe that alternative and what document was issued that allowed that alternative? #2) This amendment allows companies use a qualitative measurement...
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...CHAPTER 1 Financial Accounting and Accounting Standards ASSIGNMENT CLASSIFICATION TABLE Topics 1. 2. 3. Subject matter of accounting. Environment of accounting. Role of principles, objectives, standards, and accounting theory. Historical development of accounting standards. Authoritative pronouncements and standards-setting bodies. Questions 1 2, 3, 4 5, 6, 7, 8 Cases 1 3, 4 2, 4 4. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 5, 17 5. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 28 29 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16 6. 7. 8. Role of pressure groups. International accounting. Ethical issues. 9, 18, 19 15 14 1-1 ASSIGNMENT CHARACTERISTICS TABLE Item C1-1 C1-2 C1-3 C1-4 C1-5 C1-6 C1-7 C1-8 C1-9 C1-10 C1-11 C1-12 C1-13 C1-14 C1-15 C1-16 C1-17 C1-18 C1-19 Description Financial accounting. Objectives of financial reporting. Accounting numbers and the environment. Need for accounting standards. AICPA’s role in standards setting. FASB role in standards setting. Government role in standards setting. Meaning of generally accepted accounting principles. Politicalization of standards setting. Models for setting accounting standards. Standards-setting terminology. Accounting organizations and documents issued. Accounting pronouncements. Issues involving standards setting. Securities and Exchange Commission. Standards-setting process. History of standards-setting organizations. Economic Consequences. Standards-setting process, economic consequences. Level of Difficulty...
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...Chapter 1 Environment and Theoretical Structure of Financial Accounting AACSB assurance of learning standards in accounting and business education require documentation of outcomes assessment. Although schools, departments, and faculty may approach assessment and its documentation differently, one approach is to provide specific questions on exams that become the basis for assessment. To aid faculty in this endeavor, we have labeled each question, exercise and problem in Intermediate Accounting, 7e with the following AACSB learning skills: Questions 1–1 1–2 1–3 1–4 1–5 1–6 1–7 1–8 1–9 1–10 1–11 1–12 1–13 1–14 1–15 1–16 1–17 1–18 1–19 1–20 1–21 1–22 1–23 1–24 1–25 1–26 1–27 1–28 1–29 AACSB Tags Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking 1–30 1–31 1–32 Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Brief Exercises 1–1 1–2 1–3 1–4 1–5 1–6 AACSB Tags Analytic Reflective thinking Reflective thinking Reflective thinking...
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...CHAPTER 1 Financial Accounting and Accounting Standards ASSIGNMENT CLASSIFICATION TABLE | | | | |Topics |Questions |Cases | |1. |Subject matter of accounting. |1, 2 |4 | |2. |Environment of accounting. |3, 29 |6, 7 | |3. |Role of principles, objectives, standards, and accounting |4, 5, 6, 7 |1, 2, 3, 5 | | |theory. | | | |4. |Historical development of GAAP. |8, 9, 10, 11 |8, 9 | |5. |Authoritative pronouncements and rule-making bodies. |12, 13, 14, 15, |3, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17 | | | |16, 17, 18, 19, | | | | |20, 21, 22, 24 | ...
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...http://www.studymode.com/essays/Intermediate-1-Research-Paper-1272788.html a. When did the FASC Codification become effective? The FASC became effective for interim and annual periods ending after September 15, 2009 even though the authoritative version of the Codification was released on July 1, 2009. b. Did the FASC change prior GAAP? The FASC did not change prior GAAP but it instead reorganized previous GAAP into a new structure. This new structure is organized into a new research database that is supposed to be user friendly and make finding certain GAAP easier to use. c. What does the FASB expect from the new FASC structure and system? The FASB has high expectations from the new FASC system including reducing the amount of time and effort that is used to solve an accounting research issue. The FASC also expects the Codification to mitigate the risk of noncompliance through easier usability of accounting literature. The Codification is also expected to provide accurate information through real time updates whenever Accounting Standards Updates are released and to assist the FASC with all of the research and convergence efforts. d. What are the “topics” used in the ASC? There are six major topics that are used in the ASC. The first one is The General Principles Area which includes broad conceptual matters. The next one is The Presentation Area which shows information is presented in the financial statements. The Assets, Liabilities, and Equity Areas have guidance...
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...CHAPTER 1 ENVIRONMENT AND THEORETICAL STRUCTURE OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING Overview The primary function of financial accounting is to provide useful financial information to users external to the business enterprise. The focus of financial accounting is on the information needs of investors and creditors. These users make critical resource allocation decisions that affect the nation’s economy. The primary means of conveying financial information to investors, creditors, and other external users is through financial statements and related notes. In this chapter you explore important topics such as the FASB’s conceptual framework that serve as a foundation for a more detailed study of financial statements, the way the elements of these statements are measured, and the concepts underlying these measurements and related disclosures. Learning Objectives LO1–1 Describe the function and primary focus of financial accounting. LO1–2 Explain the difference between cash and accrual accounting. LO1–3 Define generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and discuss the historical development of accounting standards, including convergence between U.S. and international standards. LO1–4 Explain why the establishment of accounting standards is characterized as a political process. LO1–5 Explain factors that encourage high-quality financial reporting. LO1–6 Explain the purpose of the conceptual framework. LO1–7 Identify the objective and qualitative characteristics...
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...CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH Discussion Questions 1. Research in general involves the investigation and analysis of an issue in question. The researcher usually applies reasonable and reflective thinking to develop an answer to the issue or problem at hand. Research requires a clear definition of the problem, using professional databases to search the authoritative literature, reviewing and evaluating the data collected, drawing conclusions and communicating your results. 2. Accounting, auditing, or tax research involve a systematic and logical investigation of an issue or problem using the accountant’s professional judgment. Furthermore, accountants approach this problem using critical-thinking skills to obtain and document evidence underlying a conclusion relating to an issue or problem currently confronting the accountant or auditor. 3. Accounting, auditing, or tax research are necessary in order to determine the proper recording, classification, and disclosure of economic events; to determine compliance with authoritative pronouncements; or to determine the preferability of alternative accounting procedures. 4. The objective of accounting, auditing, or tax research is a systematic investigation of an issue or problem utilizing the researcher’s professional judgment to arrive at appropriate and timely conclusions regarding the issues at hand. 5. Research plays an important role within an accounting firm or department. It is critical...
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...CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING FOR GOVERNMENTAL AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES OUTLINE |Number |Topic |Type/Task |Status | | | | |(re: 15/e) | |Questions: | | | | |1-1 |Unique characteristics of governments and NFPs that create demand for |Identify/Explain |New | | |accountability | | | |1-2 |Distinguishing between general purpose and special purpose governments|Identify |New | |1-3 |Standards-setting bodies |Contrast |Same | |1-4 |Determining which standard-setting body sets standards for a |Identify/Explain |New | | |nongovernmental NFP | | ...
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...and issues in accounting theory and practices. The course involves the study of the practical and theoretical issues involved in the development, implementation and changes in conceptual framework and regulatory framework. COURSE OUTCOME At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. Discuss the various theories and paradigms in accounting. 2. Demonstrate an understanding on the concept of Islamic Accounting, the need for it and its differences to conventional accounting. 3. Evaluate the evolution of the conceptual framework and standard setting process, nationally and internationally. 4. Evaluate the relationship between accounting theories and framework to the practice in the real world. 5. Analyze the recognition, measurement and other current issues in financial reporting. COURSE OUTLINE |Week |Topic |Contact Hours |Learning Levels|References | | | | | | | |1 |Historical development of accounting |3 |1,2 |Belkaoui | | |...
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...Solutions to Problems and Exercises Table of Contents Chapter 1 5 CA 1-4 5 CA 1-6 5 CA 1-8 6 CA 1-10 7 CA 1-12 8 CA 1-17 9 Chapter 2 10 CE2-2 10 CE2-3 10 EXERCISE 2-2 11 EXERCISE 2-3 12 EXERCISE 2-4 13 CA 2-4 13 Chapter 3 15 EXERCISE 3-6 15 EXERCISE 3-10 16 EXERCISE 3-13 19 EXERCISE 3-15 19 EXERCISE 3-20 20 Chapter 4 22 PROBLEM 4-1 22 PROBLEM 4-3 25 PROBLEM 4-5 27 PROBLEM 4-7 29 Chapter 5 31 PROBLEM 5-2 31 PROBLEM 5-4 34 Chapter 6 37 EXERCISE 6-3 37 EXERCISE 6-6 38 Chapter 7 39 PROBLEM 7-2 39 PROBLEM 7-4 41 PROBLEM 7-9 43 PROBLEM 7-11 46 EXERCISE 7-25 48 EXERCISE 7-26 50 Chapter 8 52 EXERCISE 8-23 52 EXERCISE 8-25 53 PROBLEM 8-5 55 PROBLEM 8-11 59 Chapter 9 62 PROBLEM 9-1 62 EXERCISE 9-7 64 EXERCISE 9-9 66 PROBLEM 9-4 67 PROBLEM 9-6 68 Chapter 17 70 EXERCISE 17-6 70 Chapter 18 71 PROBLEM 18-1 71 PROBLEM 18-4 74 PROBLEM 18-6 76 PROBLEM 18-7 79 PROBLEM 18-8 81 EXERCISE 18-20 82 EXERCISE 18-21 82 Chapter 22 84 EXERCISE 22-2 84 EXERCISE 22-8 84 EXERCISE 22-11 84 Chapter 23 86 EXERCISE 23-11 86 EXERCISE 23-13 88 EXERCISE 23-15 90 Chapter 1 CA 1-4 It is not appropriate to abandon mandatory accounting rules and allow each company to voluntarily disclose the type of information it considered important. Without a coherent body of accounting theory and standards, each accountant or enterprise would have to develop its own theory structure and set of practices, and readers of financial...
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...Solutions to Problems and Exercises Table of Contents Chapter 1 5 CA 1-4 5 CA 1-6 5 CA 1-8 6 CA 1-10 7 CA 1-12 8 CA 1-17 9 Chapter 2 10 CE2-2 10 CE2-3 10 EXERCISE 2-2 11 EXERCISE 2-3 12 EXERCISE 2-4 13 CA 2-4 13 Chapter 3 15 EXERCISE 3-6 15 EXERCISE 3-10 16 EXERCISE 3-13 19 EXERCISE 3-15 19 EXERCISE 3-20 20 Chapter 4 22 PROBLEM 4-1 22 PROBLEM 4-3 25 PROBLEM 4-5 27 PROBLEM 4-7 29 Chapter 5 31 PROBLEM 5-2 31 PROBLEM 5-4 34 Chapter 6 37 EXERCISE 6-3 37 EXERCISE 6-6 38 Chapter 7 39 PROBLEM 7-2 39 PROBLEM 7-4 41 PROBLEM 7-9 43 PROBLEM 7-11 46 EXERCISE 7-25 48 EXERCISE 7-26 50 Chapter 8 52 EXERCISE 8-23 52 EXERCISE 8-25 53 PROBLEM 8-5 55 PROBLEM 8-11 59 Chapter 9 62 PROBLEM 9-1 62 EXERCISE 9-7 64 EXERCISE 9-9 66 PROBLEM 9-4 67 PROBLEM 9-6 68 Chapter 17 70 EXERCISE 17-6 70 Chapter 18 71 PROBLEM 18-1 71 PROBLEM 18-4 74 PROBLEM 18-6 76 PROBLEM 18-7 79 PROBLEM 18-8 81 EXERCISE 18-20 82 EXERCISE 18-21 82 Chapter 22 84 EXERCISE 22-2 84 EXERCISE 22-8 84 EXERCISE 22-11 84 Chapter 23 86 EXERCISE 23-11 86 EXERCISE 23-13 88 EXERCISE 23-15 90 Chapter 1 CA 1-4 It is not appropriate to abandon mandatory accounting rules and allow each company to voluntarily disclose the type of information it considered important. Without a coherent body of accounting theory and standards, each accountant or enterprise would have to develop its own theory structure and set of practices, and readers of financial...
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...IFRS vs. GAAP ACC/291 June 1, 2015 Judith Bines IFRS vs. GAAP The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) are rules used to ensure ethical reporting of financial information. During Accounting 291, we have learned how to apply these rules however the differences between the United States GAAP and the IFRS make it difficult to compare companies. Some of these differences appear in the measurement of “fair value”, component depreciation, the revaluation of plant assets, product development expenditures, contingent liabilities, and the accounting for liabilities. Moving to Fair Value Measurement To the average person, the meaning of “fair value” would seem to have one meaning but this is not the case under GAAP and IFRS. “Under IFRS 1-3, the fair value of a financial liability is the cost to transfer it to another market participant in an orderly transaction at the measurement date. This is subtly different to how the fair value of a financial liability is determined under the previous rules in IAS 39 where the fair value of a financial liability is the amount at which it could be settled between knowledgeable, willing parties in an arm's-length transaction” (McCarroll & Khatri, 2012). “The Accounting Standards Update (ASU) provides a converged meaning of "fair value," defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market...
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...Professor: Greg Trompeter Office: 323 BA I Phone: 407.823.2150 Office hours: Tuesday before class; as announced in class; and by appointment. Required texts: Readings available as noted below. • Trueblood cases from Deloitte. Available at: http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_US/us/About/university-relations/Deloitte-Foundation/0ac1264f0b0fb110VgnVCM100000ba42f00aRCRD.htm • FASB codification—password to be handed out in class. You may log in at http://aaahq.org/ascLogin.cfm Objectives This course examines: • How accounting principles are established and monitored by standard setters. • The strengths and weaknesses of various accounting methods and how applications of such methods affect decisions of users and preparers of financial statements. • Current issues facing standard setters and the profession. Grades will be determined as follows: 1. Class participation 45 possible points 2. Financial reporting timeline 5 possible points 3. Mini-cases (Trueblood, FASB, HBS or similar) 35 possible points 4. Problem sets and discussion question write-ups 30 possible points 5. Group presentation 10 possible points 6. Research paper 20 possible points 7. Final exam 5 possible points 150 possible points NOTE: I assume that you should plan to invest—at a minimum—three hours of time outside of class for every credit...
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