...SAP FICO: SAP FICO Stands for FI (Financial Accounting) and CO (Controlling). SAP FICO is the important module of ERP and both FI and CO modules stores the financial transactions data. ◾SAP FI is the important module of all SAP implementations ◾SAP FI (Financial Accounting) is used for external reporting i.e. Balance sheet, Profit and Loss statements ◾SAP FICO Module integrates with various other SAP Modules such as MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), PP (Production Planning), PM (Plant Maintenance), and PS (Project Systems). ◾SAP FI (Financial Accounting) Module receives postings from various other modules such as Materials Management, Sales and Distribution, Human Resource) through integration. ◾All accounting-relevant transactions which are made in Logistics (LO) are posted real-time to Financial Accounting by automatic account determination. This data can also be passed on to Controlling (CO). SAP FI Modules contains the following sub-modules ◾General Ledger accounting ◾Accounts Receivables ◾Accounts Payable ◾Asset Accounting ◾Bank Accounting ◾Consolidation ◾Special Purpose Ledger ◾Travel Management General Ledger Accounting: - The general ledger accounting is to provide a complete report for external and internal accounting i.e. Accounts, Journals, Monthly debits and Credit, Balance sheet and Recording all business transactions. Accounts Payable: - The Accounts Payable records and manages all accounting data related to vendors Accounts...
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...Kudler Fine Foods: Internal Control and Risk Evaluation Latrice L. Alston ACC 542 Eva King March 3, 2013 Kudler Fine Foods: Internal Control and Risk Evaluation Kathy Kudler founded Kudler Fine Foods in 1998 with a vision to offer customers gourmet products at reasonable prices. As the business has grown, the need to evaluate internal processes and procedures has become increasingly more important. Kudler Fine Foods with three locations in California is faced with increasing productivity while controlling costs internally. In short, Kudler Foods has to manage costs and use technology to aid in the process of streamlining operations in all locations. The purpose of this analysis is to provide a clear and concise analysis of the method Kudler Fine Foods is currently using and offer recommendations to improve efficiency by capturing important data rather than extemporaneous data. Specifically, the current system used by Kudler Fine Foods does little to provide a true picture of inventory sources and the effect of the data on Kudler Fine Foods bottom line. The current data table found on Kudler Fine Foods Finance & Accounting tab simply lists GL codes, products, and cost. While this information provides basic information regarding inventory and costs, the data table does not break out for users of the data comparable data to make decisions regarding inventory. One benefit of the data table currently used is that it provides...
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...Number and Title: Unit 2: Business Resources Name of assessors: Mr Williams Mr Toher Deadline for completion: Statement of Context: At the core of every organization are the human, physical, technological and financial resources that enable it to function. In this unit you learn the importance organizations place on managing their resources efficiently in order to achieve their objectives. Understanding how these resources are managed is one of the keys to assessing how well an organization is performing. The first part of this unit explores the range of human, physical and technological resources for a selected organization. You will investigate the importance of managing these resources efficiently and the contribution that recruiting and retaining suitable staff can make to the organization’s performance. The importance of managing the physical and technological resources efficiently is also explored. The level of an organization’s performance can be seen in its financial statements and the second part of this unit will develop your knowledge and understanding of them and highlight the need for the monitoring and control of costs and budgets. Scenario 1 You have obtained work experience as an assistant in a Recruitment Agency. One of the Agencies more important clients, ASDA, are wishing to change its recruitment procedures and have asked the agency for some advice. You have been asked to assist ASDA by producing material for The Human Resource...
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...LO2 Understand the suitability of various forms of finance and taxation available to UK business in general and the hospitality sector in particular Internal: managing the elements of working capital to free resources; internally generated funds; retained profits External: short-, medium- and long term; caring; risk and reward Cost of capital: equity and loan capital costs; weighted average cost computations Systems: the main features of income and corporation tax; schedules; rates; personal and capital allowances; tax credits and debits UNIT 11: RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALITY LO3 Understand how procurement issues and strategies contribute to the achievement of commercial objectives through purchasing power Systems and processes: standard specification; tendering; estimating/quoting; methods of procurement eg centralised, contract, lease; Pareto analysis; ‘just in time’ (JIT); equipment; materials; services; terms and conditions Procurement officer: role; assessing operational needs; selecting suppliers; quality and quantity control; timing; discounts; receipt and control of purchases; wastage factors; company policies; budgetary restrictions Risks: financial; physical; task duplication; direct and indirect costs; effect on the internal and external customer; quality issues; legal implications; effect on process and outcome activities of organisations Managing procurement: profit opportunities; direct and indirect cost-saving opportunities;...
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...Internal control, internal audit and risk management Internal control is under the Board of Director's responsibility. Internal control's function is, among other things, to ensure the efficiency and profitability of operations, the reliability of information, and adhering to rules and regulations. Internal control is a part of day-to-day management and company administration. An essential part of internal control is the Internal Audit, which operates as a separate unit under the CEO and reports its observations to the Board of Directors. The Internal Audit supports the Group's/ Company’s management in directing operations by inspecting and evaluating the efficiency of business operations, risk management and internal control, and by producing information and recommendations to enhance efficiency. The Internal Audit also inspects the processes of business operations and financial reporting. Internal Audit's directive have to be approved by the Group’s / Company’s Board of Directors. The operations of the Internal Audit are guided by being risk-focused and emphasizing the development of business operations. Risk management The goal of risk management is to secure the Group's / Company’s earnings development and to ensure that the Group/Company operates without any disturbances by controlling risks in a cost efficient and systematic manner in all divisions/departments. The Board of Directors must approve the Group’s / company's risk management principles, which concern...
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...Controlling System Within Unilever Commerce Essay Unilever has an immovable control experience, which is agreed and frequently reviewed by the Boards. This incorporates risk management, internal control procedures and operations control which are planned to provide rational, but not complete, security that assets are refreshed, the risks facing the business are being addressed and all information required to be released is reported to the Group's senior management, including where appropriate the Group Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer, within the required timeframe. INTERNAL CONTROL AND PROCEDURES: Unilever control framework is supported through a code of Business Principles which set values of efficiency. It needs that senior manager's in each department controls the value of internal control because they are a key to huge risk factors. The Boards have individually all the responsibility for establishing procedure to check the effectiveness of internal control and reviewing and revaluating them their effectiveness. There is a day- to- day review of effectiveness of internal control system and Unilever monitor its risks with ongoing basis. OPERATIONS CONTROLS: Operations Controls is the control in which you make sure that operations activities are carried out as they were planned. Operations Controls include following controls: Financial Control Budget Control Inventory Control Maintenance Control Cost Control FINANCIAL CONTROL: Managers at Unilever put...
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...the student understood the requirements for the completion of this course. The student named above completed the work that is submitted and the work is their own. Student Signature | Assessor Signature | Date | Date | Unit 2 – Business Resources At the core of every organisation are the human, physical, technological and financial resources that enable it to function. This unit will give learners a broad understanding of the importance organisations place on managing their resources efficiently in order to achieve their objectives. It is important that learners are able to relate their understanding of resource management to a real organisation. This will provide an essential link between theory and practice. Understanding how these resources are managed is one of the keys to assessing how well the organisation is performing. The first part of this unit explores the range of human, physical and technological resources for a selected organisation. Learners will investigate the importance of managing these resources efficiently. The...
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...Internal and External Factors D. Rams XMGT/230 8/10/2015 Beverly Williams Internal and External Factors There are four functions of management; planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Planning happens within these functions and helps to deliver strategic value to a business. Organizing builds a dynamic business, and leading helps to mobilize employees. Controlling is a part of learning and changing as a business grows and expands. All four of these functions are necessary and are key factors to having effective management. Internal and external factors influence the decision-making process, which therefore affects management. Competitive landscapes are constantly changing, so managers must consider businesses and people from around the world. Globalization, innovation, technology, diversity, and ethics require comprehensive planning, and are essential in every aspect of management. One such organization is Apple, who uses strategic planning and organizational tools to successfully manage and market technology. Globalization is an external, driving factor that has a major impact on the way managers run businesses. It is the result of a notable increase in cross-border trade, cultural exchange, investments, emergent economies and population growth (New World Encyclopedias, 2008). Globalization affects the four functions of management directly, or directly affects the core competencies...
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... | | | |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 areas for improvement, and makes recommendations for needed action and methods of operation. | |326.1.4: Control - The graduate evaluates corporate systems and recommends measures to provide adequate internal controls. | |326.2.4: Working Capital - The graduate demonstrates the use of working capital management and working capital acquisition | |concepts to balance...
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...` Regent CollegeCollette DivisionL3 BTEC National Business2013/14 | | Student Name | Abdullah Kadiri | UNIT: 2 | Business Resources | Unit Credit value | 10 | ABOUT THIS UNIT | The aim of this unit is to develop learner knowledge of the range of human, physical, technological andfinancial resources required in an organisation, and how the management of these resources can impact on business performance. | ASSESSOR(S) | FBE/MHU | ASSIGNMENT REF: | | START DATE: | 2/12/13 | END DATE: | 15/03/14 | Task 1:P1, P2 and M2 | ScenarioYou are a manager at a local business (your selected organisation) and you have been invited to give a series of two careers talks to Year 11 students about recruitment and selection within your organisation.Your presentation should include the following:P1 * A brief introduction to the business; * A summary of the types of employment within the business; * An explanation of the recruitment process with emphasis on the purpose and contents of job descriptions. This should be supported with annotated examples of job descriptions from the selected organisation; * An explanation of the purpose and content of employment contracts. This should be supported with an annotated example of an employment contract from the selected organisation. * For evidence produce written examples P2 * A description of one specific job within the organisation. This could relate to one of the...
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...Controls for Outflows Improper recording of costs and expenses are common errors in financial statements. Fraud is common in payroll, accounts payable, and cash disbursements. Errors and fraud can be prevented when controls for outflows in purchasing, accounts payable, cash disbursements, finance, investments, and payroll are performed. This proposal recommends and explains the controls in detail and describes the importance of the controls for each area. Purchasing: Purchases are requested by people who know what the organization needs. Purchasing is a vital component in any business. With internal controls in effect potential risk or fraud will be reduced. Companies that do not have adequate internal controls in place are in danger for opportunities for fraud, theft, and misuse. The recommendations for internal controls that relate to purchasing will follow. Separation of duties assigns functions to different people. No one person has complete control over all buying activities with proper segregation. The best practice is to have different people approve purchase, receive materials, approve invoices for payment, review and reconcile financial records, and to perform inventory counts. Consequences for not separation of duties are: * Unauthorized or unnecessary purchases made * Improper charges made to department budgets * Excessive costs incurred * Goods purchased for personal use (Internal Control Practices: Purchasing, 2009). Accountability, authorization...
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...DATE ISSUED – 8th Oct 2013 | | SUBMISSION DATE - 5th Nov 2013 | ASSESSOR - Mr P Coughlan | I CERTIFY THAT THIS IS ALL MY OWN WORK, EXCEPT WHERE ATTRIBUTED IN REFERENCING: | STUDENT - | Assignment 2.3: Financial Resources Task One Sources of Finance: You are to produce a report on the method of financing that Sainsburys would be best using to fund the building of a new distribution warehouse costing £800k-£1m. You will need in this report to: * Discuss available sources of finance open to Sainsburys (Retained profits, Share Issue, Bank Loans), giving the advantages and disadvantages of each for funding this size of investment. * Choose one (or more) to recommend using and give detailed reasons for the choice. Grading Criteria Completion of this task will lead to achievement of the following learning outcome: P4 – describe the sources of internal and external finance that can be obtained for a selected business Task Two The company is going ahead with the building project. After a while it is clear that the costs of the project are much higher than originally planned; now running at £1.3m - £1.6m. * Write a report to the directors clearly outlining the problems caused for the business by this failure to control costs, showing how comparison with an overall spending budget for the project could be used to identify the overspend. * The report will use break even analysis as part of the description of the problems, in this you should identify the danger to the...
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...Checklist for Evaluating Internal Controls Lisa Cook ACC 544 October 31, 2011 Bret Mann Checklist for Evaluating Internal Controls Internal Control is to assist companies with reviewing and assessing its accountability within the organization. Internal controls are best practices for an organization that sets the tone and its main purpose is reducing business risk by controlling loss because of the misuse of the company’s assets. Fraud is sure to be detected through internal controls as well as help with the accuracy of its financial reporting. This analysis will provide a comprehensive checklist for evaluating internal controls and show how to apply the checklist to outline phases of the control evaluation. Evaluating Internal Controls Checklists The Committee of Sponsoring Organization (COSO) defines controls as the “process, effected by an entity’s board of directors, management and other personnel, designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the achievement of objectives in the following three categories: * Reliability of financial reporting. * Effectiveness and efficiency of operations. * Compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Internal control is designed to achieve objectives in various categories” (Louwers, et al, 2007, p. 149). The purpose for an internal control checklist is to analyze the efficiency of the organization’s controls in place, document the controls, and make recommendations and necessary improvements. Management...
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...function in the business. In the competitive world this is just not simply enough. So building accounting systems, will take advantage of a few new key features, and some core technologies that many of our competitors may be using to increase their business. Key Features of the New System With new system there will be quite a few additives to it. The first thing that will be done is the integrating of the new accounting system with the rest of the systems. Then bring in systems, for Enterprise Resource Planning, Supply Chain Management, Collaborative Planning and Forecasting , and Customer Relationship management. With the new system, we will also be bringing new budgeting software, auditing software and a integration of the accounting and finance software. With this new system and software are accounting and financial team will be able to create their documents in a timelier fashion. This will in turn give the forecasting software more accurate readings, which will be able to turn out more information faster. The New Technologies...
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...system is used to gather financial data and provide information for internal and external decision making. These decisions include marketing, purchasing, payroll, investments, sales, and accounts payable and receivable. The purpose of implementing a new accounting system is to take advantage of these key new features and core technologies that will help keep the company agile in its decision making. It will also make the company better prepared to compete in today’s economy and market. Key Features The key features for the proposed accounting system include integrating the accounting system with the enterprise system, auditing software, budgeting software, integrated accounting and finance software. The use of XBRL programming language for filing reports, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), SCM (Supply Chain Management), CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment), CRM (Customer Relationship Management), and KM (Knowledge Management) are also key elements of this system (Turban & Volonino, 2011) . Financial planning and budgeting, financial and economic forecasting, as well as integrated accounting and business software will also be included in this system. IT systems will be used for auditing to help track fraud and other harmful expenditures. The financial ratio analysis will be more accurate since it can be completed faster and contain more information. The profitability analysis and cost control will be able to function at optimum...
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