...Competition Bikes, Inc. will be analyzed by several methods: horizontal analysis, vertical analysis, trend analysis, and ratio analysis. The first is horizontal analysis which “ratios or line items in a company's financial statements are reviewed over a certain period of time. “ (Investopedia.com) The period of time in which this report will be basing its findings are solely on its income statements from year six, seven, eight and nine. As shown in the horizontal analysis file, it is easy to see that Competition Bikes, Inc. had an increase of thirty three percent from year six to year seven while in the following two years (eight and nine), the company experienced a fifteen percent decline in net sales. Additionally, in review of the company’s gross profits, there is an increase between the same years of six and seven, while there is s significant decrease in years seven and eight. Although there could be several factors which may have impacted in their decrease from year seven to eight, it very well may have been caused by an increase on overall production costs, lower sales in general, competition or any combination of these factors. The company’s ability to produce a profit and sustain its profitability levels are vital to its success. One way to review this is to take a look at the company’s ability to turn over inventory (operations) otherwise calculating the number of days its assets are in inventory, working through the sales process and payment is received. For Competition...
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...Following is a comprehensive analysis of the financials of the profitability, competitiveness and overall stability of the Competition Bikes, Inc. based on their finance statements. This analysis provides information based on working capital, horizontal analysis, vertical analysis, ratio analysis and trend analysis. This analysis provides essential information on forecasting budget limits and overhead expenses based on overall sales potential. The analysis is based on the last three fiscal years of data provided by Competition Bicycles, Inc. A.1.A. : Horizontal Analysis A horizontal analysis is used to see variations in account line items from year to year. Strictly speaking, according to Accounting for Management (2014), a horizontal analysis “shows changes in the amounts of corresponding financial statement items over a period of time.” The formula utilized to calculate this change is Dollar change = Comparison Year Balance – Base Year’s Balance. The percent change is, therefore, calculated as the dollar change / Base Year’s Balance and multiplied by 100 for a strict percentage. At Competition Bikes, the numbers tell an interesting story. Sales dramatically increased 33.3% between years 6 and 7 before taking a loss of 15% in years 7 to 8. This still puts Competition Bikes at a solid increase of 13.3% in sales from years 6 to 8. Gross profits show a similar trend, increasing by 37.5% between years 6 and 7, while dropping by 16.3% between years 7 and 8 – the net profit increase...
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...Financial Analysis – JET2 Task 1 Report for Competition Bikes, Inc. Competition Bikes, Inc was formed in 2001 and manufactures professional and performance bicycles used in a variety of racing events for expert riders. Bicycles produced by this company are ridden by 60% of all race winners and word of mouth has been their main marketing strategy. Competition Bikes is also the first company to use drive shaft technology in their bikes, which sets them apart from their competitors. A horizontal, vertical, trend and ratio analysis of Competition Bikes has been completed and is summarized in the review below. HORIZONTAL, VERTICAL, & TREND ANALYSIS Beginning with a comparison between year 6 and 7, sales in units rose from 3000 to 4000 which was a 33.3% increase in the number of units sold and is reflected in total Net Sales which rose from $4,485,000 to $5,980,000. Consistent with this same increase of 33.3% were sales commissions, distribution network support, transportation out costs, and total selling expenses. The total cost of goods sold increased 31.8%; this helped the company produce their product at a lower cost adding to their overall profit margin. The gross profit margin from year 6 to year 7 increased 37.5%. The company increased both their advertising and research and development 37.5% between year 6 and 7, this can strengthen their market base and aide in the development of new or improved products. Administrative salaries increased 21.4% and Executive...
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...This paper is to be used as a reference only. Do NOT submit as is because it will not pass turnitin. Financial Analysis – JET2 Task 1 A.1.a. Horizontal Analysis Results Comparative Income Statements Revenue - Years 6 and 7: Net sales increased 33.3% showing significant boost of sales compared to prior year. Cost of goods sold also increased by 31.8% related to increased sales volume. Gross profit rose 37.5% commensurate with the substantial increase in net sales. Overall, this data represents a strong increase in revenue. This significant increase in sales/revenue suggests market approval and preference for the product. Revenue - Years 7 and 8: Net sales declined by 15% or close to $900,000. This is a staggering decline compared to prior performance. Cost of goods went down as expected since less volume was manufactured or sold and gross profit declined 16.3%. This decline in revenue is related to the poor economy and subsequent reduction of funding from professional rider’s sponsors. Other considerations should also be investigated such as management decisions or price increases that may have negatively impacted sales/revenue. Selling Expenses – Years 6 and 7: Advertising expenses increased 37.5% which may have contributed to the substantial increase in revenue for this period. Sales commissions, distribution network support, and transportation expenses were up 33.3% likely due to the increase in sales. Selling Expenses – Years 7 and 8: Advertising expenses...
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...Financial Analysis Task 1 In the following summary report I will provide a closer look at Competition Bikes Inc., by examining the companies’ operational strengths and weaknesses, analyzing the working capital of the company, evaluating the internal controls present in the companies purchasing system and finally I will analyze the companies’ level of compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. This will be accomplished by taking a very close look at the income statement and balance sheet of the company. A.) Prepare a Summary Report 1.) Evaluate the company’s operational strengths and weaknesses 1a.) Horizontal Analysis: Accountingformanagement.org defines a Horizontal Analysis as, “a technique that shows changes in the amounts of corresponding financial statement items over a period of time.”("Horizontal analysis," 2013) In this section I we will take a look at both the income statement and balance sheet for the company Competition Bikes, Inc. Using the information provided I will perform a horizontal analysis based on years: 8 (current year), 7 (previous year) and year 6 (a past year). From this information I will point of some of the strengths of the company as well as some of the weaknesses. After properly identifying these areas, I will make recommendations on how to either maintain the good progress, or I will make suggestions about what needs to be adjusted in order to correct any weaknesses. Let’s begin by taking a look at the...
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... The Main Competitor Two Wheel Racing, Inc. is the only other manufacturer that offers a competitive product in this market space. Their product weighs only a few ounces more than the bikes made by Competition Bikes, Inc. but Two Wheel Racing builds a chain driven product. Two Wheel Racing, Inc. is also a publicly traded company. Their financial ratios are provided for comparison and analysis. Ownership History: Larry Ferguson formed the company in 2001 in his garage. An avid racer, Larry often heard comments from other riders about how heavy and unreliable their bikes were. Larry identified and sought to remedy this market niche by creating a specialized product that would satisfy the needs of racers. His new company also proved to be a vehicle for financial success. Early success prompted Larry to take the company public after three years in order to acquire sufficient capital to build the two current manufacturing facilities. His bikes enjoyed high demand and good profit margins. Larry continues to be the CEO of the Competition Bikes, Inc. and retains a 40% interest of company shares. A.1. Summary Report A.1.a. Horizontal analysis results Income Statement Revenues come from the sale of Competition Bikes, Inc. professional bicycles....
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...Competition Bikes, inc, Executive Summary Report * Skip to Navigation * Skip to Content ------------------------------------------------- Top of Form Bottom of Form Horizontal, Vertical, Trend and Ratio Analysis The assessments of the financial health of Competition Bikes, Inc. (CB) are derived using the attached income statements and balance sheets. Focusing on calendar years # 6, 7 and 8 to gauge the growth and stability of this company. Between the years # 6 and 7, Competition Bikes, Inc. had a significant growth in new earnings that was not extended on into year # 8. The net earnings moved from a positive 313.4 % to a dramatic loss of 81.6% . A.1.a) Horizontal Analysis Results Horizontal Analysis is a direct comparative analysis of each line item across the same time frames of a particular company. It is calculated in dollars and percentages. An analysis will look at how the accounts have fluctuated from one year to the next. The formula used is: Dollar change = This Year’s Balance – Last Year’s Balance. Percent change = Dollar Change . The income statement from year # 6 to year # 7, exhibited a sales increase of 33%. There was only a 31 percent increase in product costs. This decrease in cost of materials was offset by sales expense of 33 percent and an increase in general operating espense – totaling 20 percent.. These line expenses both increased from year # 6 through year # 8. These increases offset the profit from...
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...EXECUTIVE SUMMARY MODULE ONE 1. Table of Contents 2. Acknowledgements 3. Introduction (include reason for paper and choice of company) MODULE TWO – External Environment Analysis 1. Definition of Industry (include overview) 2. Analysis of Present Task Environment 3. Analysis of Potential Changes in the Macroenvironment 4. Threats and Opportunities Basis: 1. Effect of potential changes on the macroenvironment on the barriers and determinants of the task environment. 2. The effect on the forces of the task environment. 3. The conclusion on whether the potential change on the macro is a threat or opportunity. Note: The potential changes in the macroenvironment that will cause a change in the in the task environment will be a threat or an opportunity to the industry. 5. Industry and competitive analysis. 6.1 Strategic map 6.2 Market Definition 6.3 Market Size 6. Broader Societal Expectations 6.1 Corporate Social Responsibility MODULE THREE – Analysis of Internal Environment 1. Overview of the company 2. Financial Analysis 2.1 Financial Ratios 3. Value Chain Analysis 4. Strengths and Weaknesses 4.1 Describe the Strengths and weaknesses 4.2 State the basis for each strength and weakness. Basis is from Financial and Value Chain Analysis 5. Personal values MODULE FOUR – Strategic Plan 1. Vision (include mission) 2. Objectives – Financial, Social and Strategic Basis:...
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...Financial Reporting and Analysis DE5G 35 Assessment Exemplar for Higher National Unit DE5G 35: Financial Reporting and Analysis 1st edition: May 2004 Price: £20.00 Publication code: CB 1989 Published by the Scottish Qualifications Authority, Hanover House, 24 Douglas Street, Glasgow, G2 7NQ, and Ironmills Road, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1LE The information in this publication may be reproduced to support SQA qualifications. If it is reproduced, SQA should be clearly acknowledged as the source. If it is to be used for any other purpose, then written permission must be obtained from the Support Materials Development Officer at SQA. It must not be reproduced for trade or commercial purposes. © Scottish Qualifications Authority 2004 DE5G 35: Financial Reporting and Analysis Contents 1 2 3 Introduction How to generate evidence Assessment exemplar Scottish Qualifications Authority Assessment Exemplars for Higher National Units DE5G 35: Financial Reporting and Analysis 1 Introduction This pack must be used in conjunction with a copy of the Unit specification which details the standard of performance expected of the candidate. A copy of the Unit specification can be obtained from SQA. This pack supplements the assessment guidelines and support notes of the Unit specification. It aims to provide an example of assessment that is valid, reliable and practicable. The assessment task(s) detailed in this pack correspond to the assessment guidelines outlined...
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...Simulation MBA Capstone Tasks: Best Practices If you are in the MBA Capstone course, you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. These best practices are designed to help make the stretch of your educational journey as smooth as possible. A mindset of excellence Your MBA Capstone tasks should reflect your highest quality work; your current state of excellence. The standards are high for the capstone tasks. Doing just enough to get by or good enough will result in re-work and re-submissions. The best practice is to strive for excellence. Read for understanding Read the course of study, task instructions, and task rubrics. Seek clarification on any points that might be subject to multiple interpretations. Do not assume; know. The best practice is to be prepared by reading for understanding. Capsim Simulation The designation of MBA indicates the ability to lead and manage both vertically and horizontally across an organization. It is the ability to maximize organizational success by understanding the organization as a system of integrated and interdependent parts. Successful completion of assessments in your MBA courses signals that you know the theories and competencies; the simulation is an opportunity to demonstrate and apply your skills. The best practices are listed below. 1. Read the Team Member Guide; understand your role and the roles of other team members. 2. Complete the Capsim pre-work. 3. Understand the simulation is challenging, time intensive...
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...governments. Therefore, the Malaysian Government, similar to many other governments, has planned and implemented a number of programmes to embrace the digital world by transforming itself to deliver information and services electronically. In public sector audit and accounting practices, the Malaysian Government has experienced local reform aimed at escalating transparency, streamlining accountability and improving overall financial management in line with international standards and practices. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of computer-based accounting systems (CBASs) on the effectiveness of performing accounting tasks by Malaysian public sector agencies (PSAs). This study focuses on the impact of performancebased outcomes at three levels: individual task, accounting-related task, and organisational level performance. With regard to accounting-related task performance outcomes, this study aims to analyse the impact of CBASs on the typical processes, which are related to budgeting, financial reporting, auditing and financial controlling. This study also seeks to investigate the influence of driving factors comprising management support and organisational resources and capabilities on the...
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...[pic]RJET Task 1 | | | | | | | |Help on this Page | |Directions | | | |SUBDOMAINS: 326.1 - MANAGING INTERNAL COST & CONTROLLING FINANCES | |326.2 - MANAGING CAPITAL AND FINANCIAL ASSETS | |326.4 - MANAGING ENTERPRISE RISK & CONTINUITY | |329.4 - MANAGING OPERATIONS | | | |Competencies: 326.1.1: Financial Analysis - The graduate analyzes and benchmarks financial statements, evaluates company | |performance, identifies...
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...the financing terms and methods to obtain requisite financing for the organization. One has to know the costs of financing as a prerequisite before selecting the proper financing sources. In this assignment, several advantages and disadvantages are discussed for different financing methods, cost of finance, financial planning and information and many other issues that help to gain a proper knowledge about the financing in organization. Different books and journals have been used to prepare the assignment. Contents Introduction 3 Requirement 1 3 Task 1.1 : Business needs finance and available sources of finance to a business 3 Equity financing 4 Debt Financing 4 Lease Financing 4 Task 1.2 : Accessing and comparing the implication of the different sources of finance 4 Implication of equity financing 4 Implication of debt financing 4 Implication of lease financing 5 Task 1.3: evaluation of the appropriate sources of finance for the above mention businesses. 5 M1: Critically evaluate each available sources of finance to that particular firm. Evaluation should include the pros and cons, and legal aspects of each source. (Merit M1). 5 Case study 1: An engineering firm 5 Equity financing for this firm 5 Debt financing 5 Lease financing 5 Case study 2: Individual financing 5 Equity financing for this firm 5 Debt financing 6 Lease financing 6 Case study 3: Large plc. 6 Equity financing for this firm 6 Debt financing 6 Lease financing...
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...Assignment Criteria Sheet — 2. Take Home: Critical Analysis [Question 1] (25%) Student Name (Student number): _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Criteria | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | <4 | Marks | Knowledge and Skills [KS 1.1: Well-researched knowledge and critical understanding applied to issues at the forefront of a specialised discipline area] | Correctly identify and describe financial concepts and theories | Responses demonstrate excellent understanding of the topic in terms of all relevant financial concepts and theories | Responses demonstrate very good understanding of the topic in terms of most relevant financial concepts and theories | Responses demonstrate a sound understanding of most aspects of the topic in terms of relevant financial concepts and theories | Responses demonstrate satisfactory though limited understanding of the topic in terms of relevant financial concepts and theories | Satisfactory understanding of relevant financial concepts and theories is not demonstrated or financial concepts and theories not correctly identified | / 5 % | Knowledge and Skills [KS 1.2: Ability to select and use effectively a large range of tools and technologies to locate and/or generate information appropriate to the disciplinary context] | Accurate and professional presentation and interpretation of relevant financial data supporting analysis | Financial data relevant to topic are presented clearly and...
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...Public Practice Audit Case Lectures and handouts by: Debbie Moy, BA. CGA 1 BC 2 – Assignment 1 • Submission requirements for BC2 • Assignment #1 • Task 1 — Review client communication 7 marks • Task 2 — Determine materiality and perform preliminary Analysis 9 • Task 3 — Assess inherent risk. 6 • Task 4 — Gain an understanding of the client's internal control environment and assess control risk. 4 24 marks 2 BC 2 – Assignment #2 • Task 5 — Design and perform tests of controls and dual-purpose tests. 10 marks 3 1 BC 2-Assignment #3 • Task 6 — Perform audit of cash and investments. 6 marks • Task 7 — Perform audit of accounts receivable. 10 » 16 marks 4 BC 2 – Assignment #4 • Task 8 — Perform audit of inventory. • 7 marks • Task 9 — Perform audit of accounts payable. 6 13 marks 5 BC 2 – Assignment #5 • Task 10 — Complete the audit. 35 marks Total: 100 marks 6 2 BC2- Introduction Public Practice Audit Case Contains: • Part 1 Client Background • Part 2 W/P Preparation. • Part 3 Student tasks. • Part 4 Working papers (ie. W/P) • Part 5 Permanent File • Part 6 Client documents • Part 7 Blank W/Ps’ 7 BC2 Topics in Audio Tapes: • Welcome to BC2- Public Practice Audit Case! • Introduction • Student tasks (#1 to #10) • FAQ from students • Disposition sheet and Deficiency List • Handouts • Lecturer’s ideas for success! 8 BC2 Introduction: • How long does BC2 take to do? • Computer requirements: ...
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