a7. Prepare reversing entries. Reversing entries are the opposite of the adjusting entries made in the preceding period. Some companies choose to make reversing entries at the beginning of a new accounting period to simplify the recording of later transactions related to the adjusting entries. In most cases, only accrued adjusting entries are reversed.
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Which of the following companies would be least likely to use a worksheet to facilitate theadjustment process?a. Large company with numerous accountsb. Small company with numerous accountsc. All companies, since worksheets are required under generally accepted accounting principlesd. Small company with few accounts
When constructing a worksheet, accounts are often needed that are not listed in the trialbalance already entered on the worksheet from the ledger. Where should these additionalaccounts be shown on the worksheet?a. They should be inserted in alphabetical order into the trial balance accounts already given.b. They should be inserted in chart of account order into the trial balance already given.c. They should be inserted on the lines immediately below the trial balance totals.d. They should not be inserted on the trial balance until the next accounting period.
All of the following statements about the post-closing trial balance are correct except ita. shows that the accounting equation is in balance.b. provides evidence that the journalizing and posting of closing entries have been properly completed.c. contains only permanent accounts.d. proves that all transactions have been recorded.
The purpose of the post-closing trial balance is toa. prove that no mistakes were made.b. prove the equality of the balance sheet account balances that are carried forward into the next accounting period.c. prove the equality of the income statement account balances that are carried forward into the next accounting period.d. list all the balance sheet accounts in alphabetical order for easy reference.
Which one of the following is usually prepared only at the end of a company's annualaccounting period?a. Preparing financial statementsb. Journalizing and posting adjusting entriesc. Journalizing and posting closing entriesd. Preparing an adjusted trial balance
The step in the accounting cycle that is performed on a periodic basis (i., monthly,quarterly) isa. analyzing transactions.b. journalizing and posting adjusting entries.c. preparing a post-closing trial balance.d. posting to ledger accounts.
If errors occur in the recording process, theya. should be corrected as adjustments at the end of the period.b. should be corrected as soon as they are discovered.c. should be corrected when preparing closing entries.d. cannot be corrected until the next accounting period.
A correcting entrya. must involve one balance sheet account and one income statement account.b. is another name for a closing entry.c. may involve any combination of accounts.d. is a required step in the accounting cycle.
International Financial Reporting Standards, commonly called IFRS, are accounting standards issued by the IFRS Foundation and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).[1] They constitute a standardised way of describing the company's financial performance and position so that company financial statements are understandable and comparable across international boundaries.[2] They are particularly relevant for companies with shares or securities listed on a public stock exchange.
The International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC) was established in June 1973 by accountancy bodies representing ten countries. It devised and published International Accounting Standards (IAS), interpretations and a conceptual framework. These were looked to by many national accounting standard-setters in developing national standards.[3]
In 2001 the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) replaced the IASC with a remit to bring about convergence between national accounting standards through the development of global accounting standards. During its first meeting the new Board adopted existing IAS and Standing Interpretations Committee standards (SICs). The IASB has continued to develop standards calling the new standards "International Financial Reporting Standards" (IFRS).[4]
To assess progress towards the goal of a single set of global accounting standards, the IFRS Foundation has developed and posted profiles about the use of IFRS Standards in individual jurisdictions. These are based on information from various sources. The starting point was the responses provided by standard-setting and other relevant bodies to a survey that the IFRS Foundation conducted. As of August 2019, profiles are completed for 166 jurisdictions, with 166 jurisdictions requiring the use of IFRS Standards.[6]
Ray J. Ball described the expectation by the European Union and others that IFRS adoption worldwide would be beneficial to investors and other users of financial statements, by reducing the costs of comparing investment opportunities and increasing the quality of information.[9] Companies are also expected to benefit, as investors will be more willing to provide financing. Companies that have high levels of international activities are among the group that would benefit from a switch to IFRS Standards. Companies that are involved in foreign activities and investing benefit from the switch due to the increased comparability of a set accounting standard.[10] However, Ray J. Ball has expressed some scepticism of the overall cost of the international standard; he argues that the enforcement of the standards could be lax, and the regional differences in accounting could become obscured behind a label. He also expressed concerns about the fair value emphasis of IFRS and the influence of accountants from non-common-law regions, where losses have been recognised in a less timely manner.[9]
IFRS is sometimes described as principles-based, as opposed to a rules-based approach in US GAAP; so in US GAAP there is more instruction in the application of standards to specific examples and industries.[14]
The Conceptual Framework serves as a tool for the IASB to develop standards. It does not override the requirements of individual IFRSs. Some companies may use the Framework as a reference for selecting their accounting policies in the absence of specific IFRS requirements.[15]
Whilst the standard on provisions, IAS 37, prohibits the recognition of a provision for contingent liabilities,[22] this prohibition is not applicable to the accounting for contingent liabilities in a business combination. In that case the acquirer shall recognise a contingent liability even if it is not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required.[23]
Many researchers have studied the effects of IFRS adoption but results are unclear. For example, one study[44] uses data from 26 countries to study the economic consequences of mandatory IFRS adoption. It shows that, on average, even though market liquidity increases around the time of the introduction of IFRS, it is unclear whether IFRS mandate adoption is the sole reason of observed market effects. Firms' reporting incentives, law enforcement, and increased comparability of financial reports can also explain the effects.The adoption of IFRS in the European Union is a special case because it is an element of wider reforms aiming to consolidate the economies of member countries. One study reports positive market effects for companies adopting IFRS but these positive effects occurred even before the transition took place.[45] Another study looked at the development of the stock market in Poland; it found positive effects associated with Poland joining the EU but no specific effect attributable to the IFRS.[46] Interestingly, member states maintain a large degree of independence in setting national accounting standards for companies that prefer to stay local.[47]
Abstract:This paper examines the ongoing transition to the revised Organisation for the Harmonisation of Business Law in Africa Act on Accounting and Financial Reporting for companies in general and to the International Financial Reporting Standards for listed and group companies with a particular focus on recent institutional developments and corporate concerns. The study used 80 professional accountants, most of whom were members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Cameroon and academics. Using the descriptive statistics, the study shows that the transition to the revised OHADA brings about a high level of comparability and transparency of the financial statements, that the International Financial Reporting Standards can be implemented in Cameroon (but not fully), and that the benefit of the transition exceeds the cost. Keywords: perception; OHADA accounting; transition; IFRS; comparability
The audit committee can expect to review significant accounting and reporting issues and recent professional and regulatory pronouncements to understand the potential impact on financial statements. An understanding of how management develops internal interim financial information is necessary to assess whether reports are complete and accurate.
While boards should seek members who can provide a diverse range of competent perspectives based on their experience and expertise, it is nevertheless imperative that board members are knowledgeable and conversant in the language of finance and accounting. This need is particularly acute for the audit committee.
Audit firms should use auditors with forensic audit backgrounds to assist in the audits and for training audit staff in identifying cases of intentional accounting errors and irregularities. Auditors should be able to identify earnings management or accounting irregularities, and thus, deter such activity.
OHAA accounting system is the harmonization of business law in Africa. The Organization for the Harmonization of Business Law in Africa was initiated and made up by sixteen countries of the Zone Franc and was created by the treaty relating to the Harmonization in Africa of Business laws. Initially, fourteen African countries signed the treaty, with two countries subsequently adhering to the treaty (Comoros and Guinea). 2ff7e9595c
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